Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Fête Nationale Éville Ray, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province) to access and use our casino affiliate services and recommendations in Canada. We take age verification seriously and do not permit underage gambling under any circumstances.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the time and money spent gambling
- Gambling with money intended for essentials (rent, utilities, food, medications)
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or school due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
- Being unable to stick to spending limits you've set
- Viewing gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to reduce or control your gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period without fully closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling accounts, either with individual casinos or through multi-operator schemes
Always take advantage of these tools when opening an account with any online casino.
Get Help — Support Organizations in Canada
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada – Support meetings and peer assistance across Canada
- Provincial Problem Gambling Helplines: Contact your provincial health ministry or search for local problem gambling services in your province
North America & International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) – www.ncpgambling.org – 1-800-522-4700
- GamCare (UK) – www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK) – www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
All services are confidential and available at no cost.
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone you care about, please do not hesitate to seek professional support. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and recovery is possible with the right help and support systems in place.
Remember: Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Contact one of the organizations listed above — they are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling and are ready to help.