Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At sourcesworkbc.ca, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Gambling should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the movies or attending a concert. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
When you play at Oxibet Casino or any gambling platform, only wager money you can afford to lose. If gambling stops being fun, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
Gambling is strictly for adults only. In Canada, the legal gambling age is 18 years or older (or the legal age in your province, whichever is higher). Oxibet Casino requires all players to verify their age and identity before opening an account or placing bets.
If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, you are not permitted to gamble. Parents and guardians should monitor online activity and educate young people about the risks of gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses: Gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Increasing bets: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when not gambling
- Loss of control: Being unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Financial strain: Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Relationship problems: Arguments with loved ones about gambling
- Unsuccessful quit attempts: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back on gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features
Oxibet Casino and responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a cap on how much you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Bet Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can wager per bet
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a temporary break from your account (hours to weeks) without permanently closing it
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily block yourself from accessing your account, preventing you from gambling
Use these tools proactively to protect yourself. Most responsible casinos make these features easily accessible in your account settings.
Support Organizations in Canada & Beyond
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Comprehensive resources, research, and referrals for problem gambling support across Canada - Gambling Helpline (British Columbia)
Phone: 1-800-522-4700
Free, confidential counseling services for BC residents - Addiction Support Services (Provincial Programs)
Contact your provincial health ministry for local gambling addiction support services
International Resources
- 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
All services are confidential, non-judgmental, and often free of charge.
Seek Help Today
If gambling is affecting your life, your finances, or your relationships, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support. Recovery is possible, and trained professionals are ready to assist you.
Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org or call your provincial helpline today.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's not, it's time to stop and get support.
This Responsible Gaming information is provided for educational purposes. sourcesworkbc.ca and its affiliate partners are committed to player protection and compliance with all applicable Canadian gambling regulations. For the most up-to-date terms and responsible gaming policies, please visit Oxibet Casino's official website directly.