Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Sandhills Retirement, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Casino games are designed with a house edge, meaning that over time, the odds favor the casino. Never view gambling as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it.
Age Verification
Online casino gaming in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province). We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under the legal age to gamble, please do not participate in any gaming activities on our partner casinos.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in your gaming behavior?
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Your Gambling: Being secretive about the time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family time due to gambling
- Gambling with Borrowed Money: Using credit cards, loans, or borrowed funds to gamble
- Increasing Bets: Needing to bet more money to feel the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Financial Problems: Experiencing unpaid bills, debt, or financial hardship
- Relationship Conflict: Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
- Escape Gambling: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
If you recognize several of these signs, it may be time to seek help.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most licensed Canadian online casinos offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose in a set period
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic time reminders or session end times
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications about your time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from casino platforms
- Account Cooling-Off: Take a mandatory break from gaming activities
Take advantage of these tools to play responsibly and stay in control of your gaming habits.
Support Organizations in Canada & Internationally
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Leading Canadian resource for problem gambling support and information - Gamblers Anonymous Canada
Free peer support meetings and resources across Canada - Provincial Problem Gambling Helplines:
Most Canadian provinces offer free, confidential helplines. Contact your provincial health ministry for local numbers.
International Resources
- United Kingdom
GamCare | GamStop - Australia
Gambling Help Online - United States
National Council on Problem Gambling
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and recovery is possible. If you or a loved one is struggling with gambling, reach out for help today. The organizations listed above offer confidential support, counseling, and resources at no cost.
Remember: Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You don't have to face this alone.
Our Commitment
Sandhills Retirement is committed to promoting safe and responsible gaming. We encourage all players to gamble within their means and to use the responsible gaming tools available on our partner casino platforms. For questions or concerns about responsible gaming, please contact our support team.