Play Safe
Responsible Gambling in Canada
A casino resort visit should be fun. Set a budget before you go, take breaks, never chase losses and do not gamble when stressed or after drinking. If gambling stops being fun, free and confidential help is available in every province.
Warning signs
- Spending more money or time than you planned
- Borrowing money or using bill money to gamble
- Hiding gambling from family or friends
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
Help by province
| Province | Support |
|---|---|
| Ontario | ConnexOntario: 1-866-531-2600 (24/7) · connexontario.ca |
| British Columbia | Gambling Support BC: 1-888-795-6111 · GameSense |
| Alberta | Addiction Helpline: 1-866-332-2322 |
| Quebec | Jeu : aide et référence: 1-800-461-0140 |
| Saskatchewan | Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-306-6789 |
| New Brunswick | Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-461-1234 |
| Canada-wide | Responsible Gambling Council |
Self-exclusion
Every province runs a voluntary self-exclusion programme that bars you from its casinos for a set period. Ask at any casino's GameSense or PlaySmart centre, or contact your provincial lottery and gaming corporation.
Legal age
You must be 19 or older to gamble in most provinces, or 18 or older in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec. Underage gambling is illegal.