Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gambling

At salmopool.com, we believe that gambling at Mastercard casinos in Canada should always be a form of entertainment — never a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or escape from everyday stress. Casino games are games of chance: the house always has an edge, and losses are a normal part of play. Please only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never treat gambling as a source of income.

We encourage every visitor to play responsibly and to make use of the tools and support services listed on this page. This information was last reviewed in 2026.

Age Verification

Gambling is strictly for adults. In Canada, the legal gambling age is 19 in most provinces and territories, and 18 in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec. You must be of legal gambling age in your province or territory of residence before registering at any online casino.

Licensed casinos are required to verify your age and identity before allowing you to deposit or withdraw funds. If you share a computer or device with minors, consider using parental control software and never leave your casino account logged in unattended.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself honestly whether any of the following apply to you:

• Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you have lost
• Hiding your gambling activity or lying to family and friends about how much you spend
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or going into debt to fund gambling
• Gambling with money meant for rent, bills, groceries, or other essentials
• Spending more time or money on gambling than you originally planned
• Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when you try to cut down or stop
• Neglecting work, studies, relationships, or hobbies because of gambling
• Using gambling to escape stress, loneliness, or negative emotions
• Repeatedly trying and failing to control or stop your gambling

If you recognise one or more of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek support. Help is free, confidential, and available.

Self-Help Tools Available at Licensed Casinos

Reputable online casinos that accept Mastercard in Canada offer a range of responsible gambling tools. We strongly recommend setting these up before you start playing:

• Deposit limits — cap how much money you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly
• Loss limits — set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a given period
• Wager and session limits — restrict how much you can bet or how long you can play
• Reality checks — on-screen reminders showing how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
• Cooling-off periods — take a short break from your account, from 24 hours to several weeks
• Self-exclusion — block yourself from a casino (or multiple operators) for six months, a year, or permanently

Additionally, many Canadian banks allow you to block gambling transactions on your Mastercard or debit card — contact your card issuer to ask about this option.

Support Organizations

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) — an independent non-profit dedicated to problem gambling prevention in Canada. Visit www.responsiblegambling.org
• ConnexOntario — free, confidential 24/7 helpline for Ontario residents: 1-866-531-2600
• Most provinces operate their own problem gambling helplines — search for your province's gambling support service for local assistance.

International Resources

• GamCare (UK) — www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK) — free national self-exclusion scheme: www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• National Council on Problem Gambling (US) — www.ncpgambling.org | Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER
• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany) — check-your-game.info

If Gambling Is No Longer Fun — Get Help

If gambling is causing you stress, debt, or problems in your relationships, please reach out today. Talking to a trained counsellor is free, confidential, and judgment-free, and many people who seek help go on to regain full control of their lives. Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org, call your provincial helpline, or speak to your doctor.

Remember: when the fun stops, stop.