Our commitment
We only list casinos that offer deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion. We don’t target our content at minors, we don’t describe gambling as a way to make money, and we show this page’s link and helpline numbers on every page of the site.
Habits that help
- Decide what you can afford to lose before you start, and treat it as the cost of entertainment.
- Set a time limit as well as a money limit.
- Never chase losses by depositing more to win them back.
- Don’t gamble when you’re upset, stressed or have been drinking.
- Keep gambling money separate from money for bills and savings.
- Take regular breaks and do other things you enjoy.
Check in with yourself
If you answer yes to any of these, it may be time to change how you play or talk to someone:
- Do you bet more than you can afford to lose?
- Do you need to bet larger amounts to feel the same excitement?
- Do you go back to try to win back money you lost?
- Have you borrowed money or sold things to gamble?
- Do you hide how much you gamble from people close to you?
- Does gambling cause you stress, anxiety or problems at home or work?
Tools at every casino we list
- Deposit limits
- Cap what you can deposit per day, week or month.
- Loss limits
- Stop play once you’ve lost a set amount.
- Reality checks
- Pop-up reminders of how long you’ve been playing.
- Time-out
- Lock your account for a day up to several weeks.
- Self-exclusion
- Close your account for months or years.
- Activity history
- See exactly what you’ve deposited and lost.
Lowering a limit takes effect straight away. Raising one usually comes with a cooling-off delay, so set limits before you play.
Self-exclusion and blocking software
Self-exclusion at one casino doesn’t stop you signing up at another. Most provinces run their own self-exclusion programs that cover provincial sites and land-based venues, and Ontario has a centralized option for licensed operators. Ask your provincial helpline how to enrol.
Blocking apps such as Gamban and BetBlocker stop gambling sites from loading on your phone and computer. They add a useful pause between an urge and a bet.
Helplines by province
| Province | Service | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | ConnexOntario | 1-866-531-2600 |
| British Columbia | Gambling Support BC | 1-888-795-6111 |
| Alberta | Addiction Helpline | 1-866-332-2322 |
| Québec | Jeu : aide et référence | 1-800-461-0140 |
| Saskatchewan | [Service name] | [Phone] |
| Manitoba | [Service name] | [Phone] |
| Atlantic provinces | [Service name] | [Phone] |
Numbers last checked [date]. In an emergency, call 911.
Protecting minors
Online gambling is illegal for anyone under 19, or 18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Québec. Licensed casinos verify age before any withdrawal. If children use your devices, keep casino logins private and turn on your device’s built-in family settings.
Helping someone else
If you’re worried about someone, talk to them calmly and without judgement, and avoid lending money for gambling. The helplines above also support family and friends, and can tell you about counselling for people affected by someone else’s gambling.