Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Count Me In Toronto, we believe that sports betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Only bet what you can afford to lose, and always maintain control over your gaming activities.
Age Verification
Sports betting in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your province). Count Me In Toronto is committed to preventing underage gambling. By using our services, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not participate in any betting activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what was lost
- Hiding gambling activities or betting amounts from family and friends
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, school, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Lying to others about the extent of gambling involvement
- Experiencing financial difficulties related to gambling
- Loss of interest in hobbies and activities you once enjoyed
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Many sportsbooks and betting platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a defined period
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders during betting sessions to help you track time and spending
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently ban yourself from accessing betting platforms
- Account Closure: Close your account if you need to stop betting entirely
- Betting Limits: Restrict the size of individual wagers
Speak with your sportsbook's customer service team to activate these tools on your account.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to these trusted organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org – Provides support, resources, and treatment referrals across Canada
- Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline – 1-888-230-3505 (Available 24/7, free and confidential)
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada – Support meetings and peer counseling for problem gamblers
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) – www.gamcare.org.uk – Counseling and support for problem gambling
- GamStop (UK) – www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) – www.ncpgambling.org – Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Counseling and support services
All services are confidential and many offer free support.
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available.
Contact one of the organizations listed above, call the Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-888-230-3505, or speak to your doctor or a mental health professional.
Remember: You are not alone. Help is just a phone call or click away.
Count Me In Toronto is committed to promoting responsible gaming. If you have concerns about your gambling or that of someone you know, we encourage you to use the resources and support organizations listed above. Your wellbeing is important to us.