Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At 1666john.com, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. It's important to understand that gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, similar to going to a movie or concert. Gambling should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province, which may be 19 in some regions) to access gambling services online or in person. We take age verification seriously and encourage all users to verify their legal status before participating in any gambling activity.

If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, please do not use gambling platforms. Parents and guardians should monitor their children's online activities.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a problem with gambling:

• Chasing Losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
• Hiding Gambling: Being secretive about gambling activities or the amount of money spent
• Increasing Amounts: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to experience the same excitement
• Failed Attempts to Stop: Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Neglecting Responsibilities: Ignoring work, school, family, or personal obligations due to gambling
• Gambling to Escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
• Borrowing Money: Taking loans or borrowing money to gamble
• Physical or Emotional Symptoms: Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or restlessness when unable to gamble
• Relationship Conflicts: Arguments with family or friends about gambling habits
• Financial Difficulties: Experiencing financial problems as a result of gambling

Self-Help Tools & Features

Most reputable Canadian gambling platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using these features:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a given period
• Betting Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets you can place
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders showing how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Time-Out/Break: Take a temporary break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling platforms for an extended period (months or years)

Check with your gambling provider to see which tools are available and how to activate them.

Support Organizations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations offer free, confidential support:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org – Provides information and resources on responsible gambling and problem gambling support in Canada
• Gamblers Anonymous Canada – Peer support meetings and resources for those struggling with gambling addiction
• Problem Gambling Services (Provincial): Many Canadian provinces offer free counselling services. Contact your provincial health ministry for details

International Resources

• UK – GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk – Support for problem gambling in Great Britain
• UK – GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
• Australia – Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Counselling and support services
• USA – National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org – Information and helpline for problem gambling

If you're in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please contact emergency services or a mental health professional immediately.

Take Action Today

If you believe you may have a gambling problem or are concerned about someone else's gambling habits, reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support, and trained professionals are available to assist you at no cost.

Remember: Help is available, and recovery is possible.

Visit Responsible Gambling Council or call a local helpline in your province to speak with someone who can help.