Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Empire Contracting Now, we believe that online casino gaming through Interac in Canada should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are games of chance with a built-in house edge. While we want you to enjoy the experience, it's important to gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online casino gaming in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your province, whichever is higher). All players must verify their age before creating an account. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not participate in online gaming.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing Losses: Gambling more money to recover previous losses
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gambling from family or friends
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Increasing Amounts: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Control: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money, using credit, or gambling with money needed for essentials
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Escape Behavior: Using gambling to escape from problems or negative emotions
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most Canadian online casinos offer built-in tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Betting Limits: Control the size of individual bets
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an online casino
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of time
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Get Help: Canadian & International Support Organizations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are resources appropriate for Canada and internationally:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Comprehensive resources and support for problem gambling in Canada
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
24/7 support and referrals for problem gambling
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support for problem gambling - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for UK online gambling
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counseling and support services
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. Problem gambling is a serious issue that affects not only the individual but also their family and loved ones. Recovery is possible with proper support.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's causing distress, financial hardship, or affecting your relationships and responsibilities, it's time to seek professional help. There is no shame in asking for support—many people have successfully overcome problem gambling with the right resources.