Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Strategy
At Centennial Garden, we believe that online gaming through Interac casinos should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. All casino games are games of chance with a built-in house edge, meaning the odds always favor the casino in the long run.
Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province, whichever is higher) to gamble online. Some provinces have higher minimum ages—please verify your local regulations.
All Interac casino partners we recommend are required by law to verify your age and identity before allowing deposits or play. This protects both you and the regulated gaming operators.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of these behaviors in yourself, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing Losses: Gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gambling from family or friends
- Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling or planning your next gaming session
- Inability to Stop: Repeatedly trying to cut down or quit but failing
- Gambling to Cope: Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Spending More Than Intended: Regularly gambling longer or with more money than planned
- Relationship Problems: Gambling causing conflict with family, friends, or partners
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money to gamble or gambling with money needed for essentials
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to feel the same excitement
- Withdrawal: Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable Interac casinos offer the following responsible gaming tools:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Time-Out/Reality Checks: Take a cooling-off period or receive reminders about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion Programs: Voluntarily exclude yourself from one or multiple casinos for a set period or indefinitely
- Account Suspension: Temporarily or permanently close your gaming account
- Session Limits: Set maximum session durations to encourage breaks
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support Organizations in Canada
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available and confidential:
Canada
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Responsible Gambling Council (Ontario)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
A leading Canadian organization providing resources, counseling, and support for problem gambling across Canada. -
Gamblers Anonymous
A peer-support organization with meetings throughout Canada and online, based on a 12-step model. - Problem Gambling Services in Your Province: Most Canadian provinces offer free, confidential counseling through provincial health systems or dedicated problem gambling helplines. Contact your provincial health authority for local resources.
International Resources
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National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Provides information and referrals for problem gambling help. -
GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support and information for gambling problems. -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
A national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling operators. -
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counseling and support services for problem gambling.
If You Have a Problem, Seek Help Today
Problem gambling is a recognized mental health condition, and recovery is possible. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Don't wait—contact a support organization or your healthcare provider today.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it's causing you harm, it's time to take action.