Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At inavigait.ca, we believe that sports betting should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices and supporting the wellbeing of our users across Canada.
Age Verification
Sports betting in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (19+ in British Columbia, Quebec, and Manitoba). By accessing inavigait.ca, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your province or territory. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in your gambling behavior, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Your Gambling: Being secretive about how much time or money you spend betting
- Increasing Amounts: Needing to bet more money to get the same level of excitement
- Loss of Control: Unable to stick to limits you've set for yourself
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Skipping work, school, or family obligations to gamble
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Emotional Impact: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeated unsuccessful tries to reduce or stop gambling
- Relationship Problems: Conflict with family or friends over your gambling habits
- Using Gambling to Escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other emotional issues
Self-Help Tools and Controls
inavigait.ca provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming activity:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you're willing to deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose before taking a break from betting
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account to prevent access
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic alerts or account lockouts after a specified period of play
- Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can bet on individual events
To activate any of these tools, please visit your account settings or contact our customer support team.
Support Organizations in Canada
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide confidential support and resources:
Canadian Resources
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Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides information, resources, and support for problem gambling across Canada -
Gamblers Anonymous
A peer-support fellowship with meetings throughout Canada
Contact your local chapter for meeting times and locations -
Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario
Offers treatment and prevention services in Ontario
International Resources
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National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-522-4700 (National Problem Gambling Helpline) -
GamCare (UK)
www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (UK)
www.gamstop.co.uk -
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please reach out for help immediately. Problem gambling is a recognized disorder that can be treated. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
You can:
- Contact a support organization listed above
- Use the self-help tools available on inavigait.ca
- Speak with a counselor or therapist who specializes in gambling addiction
- Call a helpline in your province or territory
- Talk to a trusted friend, family member, or medical professional
Remember: Help is available, and recovery is possible.