Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At barrettmartineau.com, we believe that gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment only. It is not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits before you start playing.

Age Verification

In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your province (whichever is higher) to participate in gambling activities. Some provinces require you to be 19. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and reserve the right to verify your age at any time.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognize any of these warning signs in your own behavior? If so, seek help immediately:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
• Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
• Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
• Feeling anxious or irritable when you're not gambling
• Gambling longer or with larger amounts than intended
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
• Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Lying to loved ones about the time or money spent gambling

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most reputable gambling platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Session Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of time
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently ban yourself from accessing gambling sites
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you decide to stop gambling

Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.

Support Organizations in Canada

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:

Primary Canadian Resources:

• Responsible Gambling Council (RGC)
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Provides education, research, and support for problem gambling in Canada
• Gamblers Anonymous Canada
  A peer-support organization offering free meetings across Canada
• Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario (PGIO)
  Serves Ontario residents with counseling and resources

International Resources:

• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• GamCare (UK)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion Scheme)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Need Help? Reach Out Today

If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—support is available and recovery is possible.

Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org or call your provincial problem gambling helpline for confidential support.

Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to ask for help.