Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At rbcd.ca, we believe that online sports betting should be an enjoyable form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please play responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age of majority in your province) to participate in online sports betting in Canada. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and require verification of your age during registration.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following behaviors in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding or lying about gambling activities and spending
- Gambling with money meant for bills, rent, or essential expenses
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Experiencing mood swings or emotional distress related to gambling outcomes
- Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
Self-Help Tools & Features
rbcd.ca provides tools to help you maintain control over your gambling habits:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Establish maximum loss thresholds to protect your budget
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you of your session duration and spending
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to encourage responsible play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block your account to take a break from gambling
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you choose to stop betting
To access these tools, visit your account settings or contact our support team.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org – Resources and support for problem gambling in Ontario and beyond
- Gambling Help Online (Canadian services): Information and referrals to provincial gambling helplines
International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org – 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Provincial Helplines in Canada: Most provinces offer free, confidential helplines. Contact your local health authority or search "[Your Province] Problem Gambling Helpline" for immediate support.
If You Need Help
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you are experiencing difficulties with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. It is never too late to seek support, and resources are available to help you regain control.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Support is confidential, accessible, and free.
Our Commitment
rbcd.ca is committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. We support evidence-based harm reduction strategies and work with recognized gambling support organizations to protect our players' wellbeing.