Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Interac Casino Canada, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are games of chance with built-in house advantages. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gaming is strictly for individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your province). It is illegal for minors to participate in gambling activities. If you are under the legal age, please do not access gaming platforms.
All licensed operators in Canada are required to verify player age and identity before accepting deposits or processing withdrawals.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of these apply to you? If so, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, utilities)
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time/money spent
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Neglecting family, work, or school responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Failed attempts to stop or reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features
Most licensed Canadian online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of play
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily ban yourself from accessing your gaming account for a specified period (days, weeks, months, or years)
Use these tools proactively to stay in control of your gaming activities.
Support Organizations Available in Canada
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada — Support groups and peer assistance across Canada
- Provincial Gaming Help Lines: Contact your provincial health ministry for local problem gambling services
International Resources
- United Kingdom: GamCare (www.gamcare.org.uk) and GamStop (www.gamstop.co.uk)
- Australia: Gambling Help Online (www.gamblinghelponline.org.au)
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (www.ncpgambling.org)
All of these organizations offer confidential support, counseling referrals, and resources at no cost.
If You Need Help
Seeking help for problem gambling is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you or someone you care about is experiencing difficulties related to gambling, please reach out to one of the support organizations listed above. Professional counselors are available to provide confidential assistance and can help you develop a plan for recovery.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is always available.