Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online gaming through Interac casinos should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it with realistic expectations and healthy boundaries. Remember that the house always has a mathematical advantage, and you should never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age of majority in your province) to participate in online gaming. It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to gamble. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take age verification seriously.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or loved ones
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it's important to seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable Interac casinos offer built-in responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling platforms
Take advantage of these tools and use them to establish boundaries that work for your situation.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential help is available from these trusted organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Provides resources, support, and research on responsible gambling
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada: Free peer support meetings and resources
- Problem Gambling Services: Contact your provincial health authority for local counselling and treatment services
International Resources
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free and confidential support
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US): www.ncpgambling.org — 1-800-GAMBLER helpline
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Support and counselling services
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about your gaming habits, please reach out for help today. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. There are trained counsellors and support networks ready to assist you confidentially and without judgment.
Take action now: Contact the Responsible Gambling Council or another support organization listed above. Recovery is possible, and help is available.