Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Champions of Change Canada, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only — never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting outcomes are determined by chance, and the odds always favor the house. If you're gambling to make money or recover losses, it's time to seek help.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your Canadian province or territory, whichever is higher) to access betting services. Some provinces have higher age restrictions — please verify your local regulations.

We are committed to preventing underage gambling and support strict age verification measures.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do any of these apply to you? If so, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses: Betting more to try to recover money you've lost
• Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from family or friends
• Spending more than planned: Gambling longer or with larger amounts than intended
• Borrowing money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family time due to gambling
• Thinking about gambling constantly: Inability to stop thinking about past bets or planning future ones
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Tolerance: Needing to bet more to get the same level of excitement
• Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other problems

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.

Self-Help Tools & Controls

Most Canadian gambling operators and platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
• Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications during play to remind you how long you've been gambling
• Session Time Limits: Automatically log you out after a set period
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a gambling site or across multiple operators for a period of time
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed

Take advantage of these tools. They're designed to help you stay in control and gamble responsibly.

Get Help — Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Here are trusted Canadian and international organizations:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Resources and support for problem gambling in Canada
• Problem Gambling Services Directory
  Contact your provincial health authority for local counseling services and helplines

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Free, confidential support 24/7

United Kingdom

• GamCare
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Counseling and support services
• GamStop
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free counseling and support services

All services listed above are confidential and free to use.

If You Need Help, Reach Out Today

Problem gambling is a treatable condition. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're struggling yourself or concerned about someone else, professional support is available:

• Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org
• Call the National Council on Problem Gambling in the US at 1-800-522-4700
• Speak with a counselor at your local provincial health service (Canada)
• Use the self-exclusion tools available on your gambling platform

You don't have to face this alone. Help is available right now.

Our Commitment

Champions of Change Canada is committed to promoting responsible gambling and supporting the wellbeing of our community. We stand behind industry best practices and actively encourage all players to gamble responsibly.