Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Safe Gaming

At Ellery Vas Closet, we believe that online casino gaming should be an entertaining activity, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices and supporting players in our community.

Age Verification

Online gambling in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age in your province, whichever is higher). By accessing any gaming site through our affiliate links, you confirm that you meet this legal requirement. We take age verification seriously and encourage all operators to implement robust identity checks.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money
• Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
• Hiding gambling activity from friends or family
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
• Lying about the extent of your gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble
• Neglecting work, school, or relationships due to gambling

Self-Help Tools

Most responsible gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
• Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a temporary break from gambling for hours, days, or weeks
• Reality Checks: Receive automatic reminders of how long and how much you've been playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming sites

Always check with your chosen casino to ensure these tools are available and use them proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits.

Support Organizations

If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Here are trusted Canadian and international resources:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  A trusted Canadian organization providing information, research, and support for responsible gambling.
• Problem Gambling Services in Canada
  Most provinces offer free, confidential counselling services. Contact your provincial health authority for local helplines.

North America

• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Call the National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700

International Resources

• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Multi-operator self-exclusion scheme
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Take Action Today

If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone close to you is affected, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—problem gambling is a recognized condition, and recovery is possible with proper assistance.

Remember: gambling should be enjoyable entertainment. If it's causing you stress, financial hardship, or emotional distress, it's time to take action.