Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Flypaper Agency, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and remember that the house always has a mathematical advantage.
If you're accessing casino sites through our platform, please do so responsibly and with the understanding that gambling carries inherent risks.
Age Verification
Gaming is only for adults. In Canada, you must be 18 years of age or older (19 in British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and Quebec) to participate in online casino gaming. All licensed operators are required to verify your age before allowing access to their platforms.
If you are under the legal gambling age, do not proceed. Using false information to bypass age restrictions is illegal.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these common indicators that gambling may be becoming a problem:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to recover money lost by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your gaming activity secret from family or friends
- Spending More Than Planned: Gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing Money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Emotional Distress: Feeling anxious, depressed, or irritable when not gambling
- Loss of Control: Inability to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Relationship Strain: Conflicts with loved ones over gambling habits
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it's important to seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Responsible online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long and how much you've been playing
- Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an online casino to take a break
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gaming account
Always use these tools proactively and speak with casino support teams if you need assistance implementing them.
Support Organizations in Canada
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Here are trusted Canadian and international resources:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) - www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides research, education, and resources for problem gambling prevention in Canada - Gamblers Anonymous Canada - Peer support meetings available across Canada
Call your provincial gambling helpline for meeting locations - Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario - Free counseling and support services
Provincial Helplines
- Ontario: ConnexOntario 1-866-531-2600
- British Columbia: 1-888-795-6111
- Alberta: 1-888-901-2211
- Quebec: 1-800-461-0140
- Manitoba: 1-800-461-1818
- Saskatchewan: 1-800-306-6111
- Nova Scotia: 1-902-424-6537
International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US) - www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) - GamCare (UK) - www.gamcare.org.uk
Free confidential support and information - Gambling Help Online (Australia) - www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—professional counselors and support groups are available to assist you.
Remember: You don't have to face this alone. Contact one of the support organizations listed above, speak with a trusted friend or family member, or call your provincial helpline today.
Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.