Responsible gaming: limits, breaks and help
Gambling is entertainment, not a way to make money. Set firm money and time limits beforehand, do not chase losses, and use time-outs or self-exclusion if playing becomes a strain. With real money there is no winning guarantee.
Legal age
You must be 19 to gamble in most provinces and territories, and 18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec. Age is set by each province, and the operator verifies it during KYC. Keep gambling accounts and devices away from minors.
Tools for self-protection
- Deposit limit: caps how much you can deposit in a given period.
- Loss limit: caps possible losses.
- Session limit / reality check: reminds you of your playing time.
- Time-out / cool-off: a short-term block.
- Self-exclusion: a longer or permanent block.
Whether and how these functions are available you check in the account settings of the operator. Note that self-exclusion at Rainbet covers Rainbet only – provincial self-exclusion programs cover the provincial offers, not offshore sites.
Warning signs
- You play longer or with higher stakes than planned.
- You try to win back losses.
- Gambling puts a strain on your finances, mood or relationships.
- You borrow money or hide your gambling from people close to you.
Finding help in Canada
Every province and territory runs a free, confidential help line for gambling problems. Most are available 24/7 – check with the provider. Numbers verified on September 7, 2026.
| Province / territory | Service | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | Gambling Support BC | 1-888-795-6111 |
| Alberta | AHS Addiction Helpline | 1-866-332-2322 |
| Saskatchewan | Problem Gambling Help Line | 1-800-306-6789 |
| Manitoba | Addictions Help Line (Problem Gambling) | 1-800-463-1554 |
| Ontario | ConnexOntario | 1-866-531-2600 |
| Quebec | Jeu : aide et référence | 1-800-461-0140 |
| New Brunswick | Gambling Information Line | 1-800-461-1234 |
| Nova Scotia | Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line | 1-888-429-8167 |
| Prince Edward Island | Problem Gambling Help Line | 1-855-255-4255 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | Problem Gambling Help Line | 1-888-899-4357 |
| Yukon | Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services | 1-866-456-3838 |
| Northwest Territories | NWT Help Line | 1-800-661-0844 |
| Nunavut | Kamatsiaqtut Help Line | 1-800-265-3333 |
All lines are free and confidential; most operate around the clock – check the provider for hours. Gamblers Anonymous also runs meetings across Canada; find your local group through its website. If you are worried about yourself or someone else, get support. That is a sign of strength, not of weakness.
Frequently asked questions
In the account settings of the operator, where offered – for example a deposit, loss or session limit. Set it before you play.
A voluntary block of your account for a chosen period, to force a break. At Rainbet it covers Rainbet only.
From your provincial help line – for example ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600, Gambling Support BC at 1-888-795-6111 or Jeu : aide et référence at 1-800-461-0140 in Quebec. All lines are free and confidential.
19 in most provinces and territories; 18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec.
No. There is no method that guarantees wins. Treat stakes as spending on entertainment.