Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At rbcd.ca, we believe online sports betting should be enjoyable entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should only be done with money you can afford to lose, and should never negatively impact your finances, relationships, or well-being.
Age Verification
Online sports betting in Canada is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province). By using rbcd.ca, you confirm that you meet these age requirements and understand your local gambling laws.
We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Spending more time or money on betting than intended
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or loved ones
- Neglecting work, school, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Inability to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Losing relationships or job opportunities because of gambling
- Experiencing physical symptoms like sleep problems or stress-related illness
If you experience any of these signs, professional help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
rbcd.ca offers several tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set maximum amounts you can deposit over a daily, weekly, or monthly period
- Loss Limits: Control the maximum amount you're willing to lose during a specific timeframe
- Betting Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets you can place
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting on rbcd.ca
- Account Cooling-Off: Take a break from your account for a set period
To access these tools, log into your account and visit your Responsible Gaming settings. We encourage you to use them proactively.
Get Help: Support Organizations in Canada & Internationally
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org — Resources and support for problem gambling in Ontario and across Canada
- Canadian Foundation for Addiction Research (CFAR) — Provides information and referrals for gambling addiction support
- Provincial Helplines: Most Canadian provinces operate free, confidential helplines. Contact your provincial health authority for details
International Support Organizations
- GamCare (United Kingdom) — www.gamcare.org.uk — Free counselling and support for problem gamblers
- GamStop (United Kingdom) — www.gamstop.co.uk — Self-exclusion scheme across UK gambling operators
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Counselling and support services
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) — www.ncpgambling.org — Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany) — Information and resources on responsible gambling and addiction prevention
All support services listed above offer confidential assistance at no cost. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Take Action Today
If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help. Professional counsellors and support services are available to assist you.
You are not alone, and recovery is possible.
Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org or your provincial helpline to speak with a confidential counsellor today.
This information is provided for educational purposes. rbcd.ca is committed to promoting responsible gaming practices and complies with all applicable Canadian gambling regulations. If you have questions about our responsible gaming policies, please contact our support team.