Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online casino gaming through platforms like Skrill should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Remember that the house always has a mathematical advantage, and there is no guaranteed way to win.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online casino gaming in Canada. Some provinces may have different legal age requirements. It is your responsibility to verify that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before engaging in any gaming activities.
Casino operators are required to verify your age and identity before allowing you to create an account or place bets.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, utilities)
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying to friends and family about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to get the same level of excitement
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or social activities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
- Continuing to gamble despite negative consequences
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from your account for a specified period to take a break from gambling
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
- Cooling-Off Period: Request a mandatory break before reactivating your account
We strongly encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Below are reputable organizations providing free support:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada — Free peer support and 12-step program meetings across Canada
- Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario — Counseling and resources specific to Ontario residents
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom) — www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (United Kingdom) — www.gamstop.co.uk
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) — www.ncpgambling.org
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
These organizations provide confidential support, counseling services, and practical resources to help you regain control.
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support. Many people have successfully overcome problem gambling with professional assistance and peer support.
Contact one of the organizations listed above to speak with a counselor — all services are confidential and often free of charge.
Our Commitment
essexpresbytery.org is committed to promoting responsible gaming. We encourage all players to review this information carefully and to use the self-help tools provided by licensed casinos. If you choose to gamble, please do so responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.