Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment — never a way to earn money or solve financial problems. At deanstondifferenttartan.ca, we want you to enjoy sports betting safely and within your limits. If gambling stops being fun, it’s time to pause and seek help.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years old — or the legal gambling age in your province or territory — to participate in any betting or gambling activity. In Canada, the legal age is 19 in British Columbia, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Saskatchewan, and 18 in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec. Always verify the age requirement in your jurisdiction before playing. Underage gambling is illegal and never permitted.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek support:

• Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you’ve lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or colleagues
• Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
• Neglecting work, school, relationships, or personal responsibilities because of gambling
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using funds meant for essentials to gamble
• Feeling anxious, guilty, irritable, or depressed when trying to cut down or stop
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other negative emotions
• Being unable to stop or reduce gambling despite repeated attempts
• Thinking about gambling constantly or planning the next session

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable betting sites offer responsible gaming features. We encourage you to use these tools to stay in control:

• Deposit limits — set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
• Loss limits — cap the amount of money you can lose over a set period
• Reality checks — receive on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing
• Session time limits — restrict how long you can stay logged in
• Self-exclusion — block access to your account for a chosen period, from 24 hours to permanent
• Time-out / cool-off periods — take a short break without fully excluding yourself

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know needs confidential help, contact a responsible gambling organization in your region. These services are free and available to residents of their respective countries.

• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) — provides resources, self-assessment tools, and links to provincial helplines.
• UK: GamCare — helpline 0808 8020 133, live chat, and online support. GamStop — free self-exclusion from UK-licensed gambling sites.
• Australia: Gambling Help Online — 24/7 counselling, chat, and email support.
• US: National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) — helpline 1-800-522-4700, text, and chat.
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — provides information and help for gambling addiction (German language).
• Other countries: Please contact the most relevant national responsible gambling or addiction support service in your jurisdiction. Many countries have confidential helplines and online counselling.

Seek Help

If you feel that gambling is no longer under your control, please reach out for help today. You are not alone, and support is available — free, confidential, and without judgment. Taking that first step can make all the difference.