Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Interac Casino Canada, we believe gaming should only ever be a form of entertainment, never a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you're playing at online casinos, do so responsibly and within your means. Set strict limits on time and money spent, and never gamble with funds you cannot afford to lose.

Age Verification

Online gambling in Canada is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (19+ in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec). We are committed to preventing underage gambling. By accessing our platform, you confirm that you meet or exceed the legal gambling age in your province or territory.

If you are under the legal age to gamble, please do not proceed. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use content filtering tools to restrict access to gambling websites.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Review the following checklist to assess whether your gaming habits may be becoming problematic:

• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount spent
• Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
• Neglecting family, work, school, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
• Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Failed attempts to cut back or control gambling
• Feeling anxious or restless when not gambling
• Risking important relationships, career, or educational opportunities

If you recognize any of these signs in your own behavior, it may be time to seek support.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose
• Session Time Limits: Set alarms or automatic session shutdowns to limit time spent gambling
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block yourself from accessing gambling sites
• Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a set period while maintaining your account

We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.

Support Organizations in Canada

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide confidential support:

Canadian Resources

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Provides information, resources, and support for problem gambling in Canada.
• Gambling Anonymous Canada
  Support groups and meetings across Canada for individuals struggling with gambling addiction.
• Provincial Helplines
  Many provinces operate 24/7 gambling helplines. Contact your provincial health ministry for local resources.

International Resources

• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  National helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free, confidential support and counseling.
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion service.
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Information and counseling services.

Take Action Today

If you think you may have a problem with gambling, reach out for help immediately. Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible with proper support and treatment.

Whether you choose to use self-help tools, contact a support organization, or speak with a counselor, taking the first step is the most important decision you can make.

You are not alone. Help is available.