Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At labo-unp.ca, we believe that sports betting should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should be fun and within your means. If you find that gambling is negatively impacting your life, please reach out for help immediately.
Age Verification
Sports betting in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age in your province, whichever is higher). By using labo-unp.ca, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
We take age verification seriously and do not permit underage gambling. If you are under the legal age, please do not participate in any betting activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Watch for these warning signs in yourself or others:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by betting more
- Hiding gambling: Concealing betting activities or spending from family and friends
- Increasing bets: Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same excitement
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial strain: Borrowing money to gamble or gambling with money meant for bills
- Loss of control: Being unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Repeated failed attempts: Trying and failing to cut back on betting
- Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about past bets or planning future ones
If you recognize any of these signs, it's important to seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most licensed Canadian sportsbooks offer responsible gambling tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose over a set period
- Bet Limits: Control the maximum size of individual bets
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about your gambling activity and time spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting sites
- Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a specified duration
Use these tools proactively to maintain a healthy relationship with sports betting.
Support Organizations in Canada
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, these organizations provide confidential support and resources:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides research, education, and resources for problem gambling in Canada. - Gambling Therapy – www.gamblingtherapy.org
Free, confidential online counseling and support groups available in Canada. - National Problem Gambling Helpline – 1-800-668-8668
Free, confidential helpline available across Canada, 24/7.
International Resources
- United Kingdom: GamCare and GamStop
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
Take Action Today
If gambling is causing you stress, financial difficulty, or affecting your relationships, please seek help now. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-668-8668 or visit www.responsiblegambling.org for immediate assistance.
Disclaimer: labo-unp.ca is committed to promoting responsible gambling in Canada. This information is provided for educational purposes. Always gamble within your means and seek professional help if you develop a gambling problem.