Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Dreams of Lullabies, we believe that sports betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Betting should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Only wager what you can afford to lose, and always bet within your means.
Age Verification
Sports betting in Canada is only available 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 verify the age of all users before permitting access to betting platforms.
If you are under the legal age, please do not participate in sports betting.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know? If so, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Needing to bet more money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Loss of interest in hobbies, friends, or activities you once enjoyed
- Continuing to gamble despite negative consequences
Self-Help Tools & Resources
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly).
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you are willing to accept before stopping betting.
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been gambling and how much you have spent.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms when you feel you need a break.
- Time-Outs: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a set period.
Speak with your betting provider about which tools are available and how to activate them.
Support Organizations & Help Lines
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:
Canada
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Responsible Gambling Council (Ontario)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides resources, support, and information for problem gambling in Canada.
Provincial Resources
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Gamblers Anonymous Canada
Peer support meetings available across Canada for individuals seeking recovery. -
Local Provincial Problem Gambling Helplines
Most provinces offer free, confidential counselling services. Contact your provincial health ministry or search "problem gambling helpline [your province]" for local support.
International Resources
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a serious issue that can affect your mental health, finances, and relationships. You are not alone, and help is available.
If you or someone close to you is experiencing difficulties with gambling:
- Contact a support organization listed above
- Speak with a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional
- Use the self-exclusion tools available on your betting platform
- Call a helpline in your province for confidential support
Recovery is possible. Reach out today.
Disclaimer: Dreams of Lullabies is committed to promoting responsible gaming. This information is provided for educational purposes. If you are in crisis or experiencing thoughts of self-harm, please contact emergency services or the Canadian Suicide Prevention Service at 1-833-456-4566.