Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At science-west.ca, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only be enjoyed as a form of entertainment with money you can afford to lose. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Canada is strictly regulated. You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province) to participate in gambling activities on this website. We take age verification seriously and verify all players before allowing access to our platform.
If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, please do not attempt to create an account or participate in gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about time spent gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Neglecting work, school, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings, anxiety, or irritability when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to feel the same excitement
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Relationship conflicts caused by gambling habits
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
If you recognize any of these signs, help is available. Please reach out to a support organization listed below.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many online gambling platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Bet Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets
- Reality Checks: Set reminders to take breaks during gambling sessions
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a period of hours or days
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a set period or indefinitely
Speak with our customer support team about enabling these responsible gaming features on your account.
Support Organizations for Problem Gambling
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, support is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (Ontario)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling across Canada - Gamblers Anonymous Canada
Support meetings and peer assistance across Canada - Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario
Treatment and counseling services
International Support Organizations
- UK - GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - UK - GamStop (National Self-Exclusion Scheme)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Australia - Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - USA - National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) - Germany - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Helpline: 0800 1 372 374 (free and confidential)
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling:
- Contact one of the support organizations above—they are free and confidential
- Speak with a counselor or therapist who specializes in gambling addiction
- Reach out to a trusted friend or family member
- Use the self-help tools available on our platform
- Request account restrictions or self-exclusion from our support team
Help is available 24/7. You are not alone.