Responsible Gambling

At CBRDI, we review online casinos — but we also recognise that gambling carries real risk. The sites we list are meant for entertainment, not as a way to make money. If gambling stops being fun, it is time to step back.

Gambling Safety Tips

• Set a budget before you play. Decide how much you can afford to lose and stop when you hit that number. Never gamble with money allocated for rent, bills, or essentials.
• Set a time limit. It is easy to lose track of time during a session. Use your phone timer or the casino's built-in session limit tools.
• Never chase losses. Increasing your bets to recover lost money almost always makes the situation worse. Accept the loss and walk away.
• Do not gamble under the influence. Alcohol and other substances impair judgement and can lead to decisions you would not make sober.
• Take regular breaks. Step away from the screen periodically. A clear head leads to better decisions.
• Treat gambling as entertainment. Think of your budget the same way you would think about money spent on a movie or a night out — once it is gone, the entertainment is over.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If any of the following apply to you or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:

• Spending more money or time gambling than you intended or can afford.
• Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when you are not gambling.
• Lying to family or friends about how much you gamble.
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or going into debt to fund gambling.
• Neglecting work, school, or personal responsibilities because of gambling.
• Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling without success.
• Gambling to escape stress, depression, or other problems.

Tools Available at Online Casinos

Most reputable online casinos licensed for Canadian players offer built-in responsible gambling tools. These typically include:

• Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly caps on how much you can deposit.
• Loss limits: Automatically stop play once you have lost a set amount.
• Session time limits: Receive reminders or get logged out after a specified period.
• Cool-off periods: Temporarily suspend your account for 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days.
• Self-exclusion: Permanently or semi-permanently close your account to prevent further play.

We recommend activating deposit limits on every casino account you create, even if you do not think you need them.

Canadian Support Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential help is available:

Age Restriction

You must be 19 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your province) to use any of the casino sites reviewed on CBRDI. If you are under the legal age, please leave this site.