Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At medoyon.ca, we believe sports betting should be enjoyable entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Always bet only what you can afford to lose, and remember that the odds favor the house in all games of chance.
Age Verification
In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province) to participate in sports betting. Some provinces have different regulations—please check your local laws. We are committed to preventing access by minors and verify all accounts accordingly.
If you are under the legal age, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these warning signs that may indicate problem gambling:
- Chasing losses by betting more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essentials
- Hiding your gambling activity from family or friends
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop but being unable to do so
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from problems or stress
- Borrowing money to gamble or to pay gambling debts
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities
- Experiencing relationship conflicts due to gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone else, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many reputable sportsbooks offer tools to help you gamble responsibly. These may include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount you're willing to lose during a session or period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gambling sessions about how long you've been playing
- Time-Out/Cool-Off: Take a temporary break from your account for hours, days, or weeks
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from an account or multiple accounts
Check with your sportsbook to see which tools they offer and enable the ones that suit your needs.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organizations where you can find support:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Information and resources for Canadians affected by problem gambling - Gamblers Anonymous Canada
A peer-support fellowship offering meetings and recovery programs
International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) — free, confidential helpline - GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Support and counseling for problem gamblers - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free and confidential counseling services
Many of these organizations offer free, confidential support via phone, chat, or online counseling.
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you know does, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support—professional resources are available, and recovery is possible.
Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org or call a helpline in your region today.
Your health and wellbeing matter. Help is just a call or click away.
Disclaimer
This responsible gaming information is provided for educational purposes. Sports betting laws and regulations vary by province in Canada. It is your responsibility to understand and comply with the laws in your jurisdiction. medoyon.ca does not endorse problem gambling and is committed to promoting safe and responsible gaming practices.