Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Your Well-being
At WABRisk.ca, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a means to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble within their limits and to seek help if gambling becomes problematic.
Age Verification
In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province) to participate in online gambling. By accessing our site, you confirm that you meet these age requirements. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request documentation to verify your age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in your gambling behavior, it may be time to seek help:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Borrowing money to finance gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Lying about the extent of your gambling involvement
Self-Help Tools
Most Canadian online gambling operators offer responsible gaming 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: Restrict the amount of money you can lose during a specified period
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic logout after a predetermined period of gameplay
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about your play duration and spending
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
We strongly encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organizations in Canada
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Canadian Resources
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
A leading Canadian organization providing research, education, and prevention of problem gambling across Canada. - Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario
Provides support and resources for individuals and families affected by problem gambling in Ontario. - Gamblers Anonymous
A peer-support fellowship program available in Canada offering free meetings and support groups. - CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health)
Provides treatment and counseling services for problem gambling in Ontario.
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free confidential support for problem gamblers in the UK. - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
A national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in the UK. - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counseling and support for problem gambling in Australia. - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling in the United States.
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—many people recover from problem gambling with the right assistance. Contact one of the organizations listed above or speak with a healthcare professional. Your well-being is important to us.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's no longer enjoyable or is causing you stress, it's time to seek help.