Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At armeedusalut-saint-jerome.ca, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or generate income. Always play with money you can afford to lose, and remember that the house always has a mathematical edge.
Age Verification
In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province, whichever is higher) to participate in online casino gaming. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and strictly enforce age verification on our platform.
If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in your gambling habits? If so, seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Being unable to stop or reduce your gambling
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Borrowing Money: Using credit cards, loans, or borrowed money to gamble
- Mood Changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Escalating Bets: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel excitement
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or stop
- Financial Problems: Experiencing debt, unpaid bills, or financial hardship due to gambling
- Relationship Strain: Conflicts with loved ones about your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
We provide several tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set duration of play
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from our platform for a period of time or permanently
- Account Pause: Temporarily suspend your account for a cooling-off period
These tools are available in your account settings. We encourage you to use them proactively to manage your gaming responsibly.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Comprehensive resources and support for problem gambling in Canada - Gamblers Anonymous
A peer-support organization offering meetings and assistance across Canada - Problem Gambling Services in Quebec
Contact your provincial health authority for local resources and counseling services
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support and advice - GamStop (United Kingdom)
www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Counseling and support services - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Information and referrals to treatment services
If You Need Help
Do not hesitate to reach out. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're experiencing gambling difficulties yourself or are concerned about someone else, professional counselors and support groups are available to assist you.
Please contact one of the organizations listed above or speak with a healthcare provider. Your privacy and wellbeing are important to us.