Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At County Classic Chorale's gaming information hub, we believe that online gaming through Interac casinos should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only—never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gaming involves risk, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Please play responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online gaming in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province). We are committed to preventing underage gambling and complying with all Canadian gaming regulations. If you are under the legal age in your jurisdiction, please do not participate in gaming activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following behaviors in yourself or someone else, it may be time to seek help:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or restlessness when unable to gamble
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable Interac casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set limits on how much you are willing to lose during a session
- Time-Out/Reality Checks: Take breaks with automatic reminders about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gaming sites for a set period
- Account Restrictions: Disable certain features or games on your account
- Spending Tracker: Monitor your gaming activity and expenditure in real-time
We strongly encourage you to use these tools if you feel your gaming may be getting out of control.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organizations serving Canada and beyond:
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Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org
Leading Canadian resource for problem gambling prevention and support -
National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 -
GamCare (UK)
www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support for problem gamblers -
GamStop (UK)
www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling -
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counseling and support services -
Bundesministerium für Gesundheit (Germany)
Information on responsible gambling and addiction support in German-speaking regions
For Canadian residents: Contact your provincial gaming regulator or local addiction services for additional support tailored to your province.
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organizations listed above offer free, confidential assistance.
Remember: Gambling should only ever be entertainment. If it has become something more, resources are available to help you regain control.