Responsible Gaming
Gambling should stay entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems. This page lists free, confidential support resources by province and the legal gambling age where you live.
Age requirement
The legal gambling age in Canada is set provincially. It is 18 in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec, and 19 in most other provinces, including Ontario and British Columbia. Gambling may be illegal in your specific jurisdiction, confirm local laws before playing.
Provincial support resources
| Province | Program | Contact | Legal age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | ConnexOntario | 1-866-531-2600 (24/7), text 247247 | 19+ |
| British Columbia | GameSense (BCLC) | 1-866-815-0222 (daily 8am to 12am PST) | 19+ |
| Alberta | GameSense (AGLC) | 1-833-447-7523 | 18+ |
| Quebec | Jeu: aide et référence (Loto-Québec) | 1-800-461-0140 (24/7, bilingual) | 18+ |
Setting limits
- Decide on a loss limit before you start playing, and stop when you reach it.
- Never chase losses by increasing your stake to "win it back."
- Use your operator's deposit limit, session time limit, and self-exclusion tools.
- Avoid gambling while under the influence of alcohol or when upset or stressed.
Warning signs
Spending more time or money than you intended, hiding your gambling from family, borrowing money to gamble, or feeling anxious when you're not playing are all signs it may be time to reach out for support. Every resource listed above is free and confidential.