Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Parkour Ton Quartier, we believe sports betting should be an enjoyable form of entertainment—never a way to make money or solve financial problems. If you're betting with the hope of earning income or recovering losses, it's time to reassess your relationship with gambling.
Remember: The house always has an edge. Only bet money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Sports betting is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older in Canada, or those who meet the legal gambling age in their province or territory.
We take age verification seriously. If you're under the legal age, please do not create an account or place bets. If you're uncertain about the legal gambling age in your region, contact your provincial gaming regulator.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing Losses: Betting more money to try to recover previous losses
- Loss of Control: Unable to stick to betting limits or stop when you intend to
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your betting activity secret from family or friends
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money or using credit cards to fund betting
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when not gambling
- Escalating Bets: Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back on gambling
- Using Gambling to Cope: Betting to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
If you recognize any of these signs, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Most reputable sportsbooks offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specific time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before your account is restricted
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during your betting sessions to remind you of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling for a set period
- Account Pause: Take a break from gambling without fully closing your account
- Session Timers: Set time limits for your betting sessions
Use these tools proactively. They're designed to keep your gambling recreational and enjoyable.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Reach out to one of these organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Free, confidential support and resources for Canadians - Gamblers Anonymous
A peer-support fellowship with meetings across Canada offering 12-step recovery programs
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Free, confidential support 24/7
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support, advice, and treatment services - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Helpline: 0800-137 27 00 (toll-free)
Support and information on problem gambling
All services are confidential, free or low-cost, and staffed by trained professionals.
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. You are not alone, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Don't wait. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, contact one of the support organizations above. Help is available 24/7, and all conversations are confidential.
Your wellbeing matters. Play responsibly.