Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Avaras True North, we believe that sports betting should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting always carries risk, and the house edge means that over time, most players will lose money. Please only bet what you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

Sports betting in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older, or the legal gambling age in your province if higher. Avaras True North is committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.

We verify the age of all users during registration. Attempting to register with false information is illegal and may result in legal consequences.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:

• Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by betting more
• Hiding Gambling Activity: Being secretive about how much time or money you spend betting
• Loss of Control: Gambling more than you intended or planned
• Neglecting Responsibilities: Gambling interfering with work, school, family, or relationships
• Borrowing Money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
• Mood Changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
• Tolerance: Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same level of excitement
• Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Withdrawal Symptoms: Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut back

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features

Avaras True North offers tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a set period
• Betting Limits: Control the maximum stake amount per bet
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been betting and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from betting for a period of time (ranging from days to years)
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed

To access these tools, log into your account settings or contact our customer support team.

Support Organizations in Canada

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

Canada-Wide Resources

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Provides evidence-based resources and information about problem gambling in Canada
• Gamblers Anonymous
  A peer-support organization with meetings across Canada
  Find local meetings at GA websites or contact your provincial health authority

Provincial Resources

Many Canadian provinces have dedicated helplines and counseling services. Contact your provincial government's health or addiction services for local support options.

International Resources

• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• GamCare (UK)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion Scheme)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

If You Need Help

If you are struggling with gambling, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. You don't have to face this alone.

Speaking with a counselor or joining a support group is confidential and free. Many people have successfully recovered from problem gambling with proper support.

Visit the resources above or contact your local health authority for immediate assistance. Help is available 24/7.

Our Commitment

Avaras True North is committed to promoting responsible gambling and protecting the wellbeing of our users. We continuously review our practices and tools to ensure we are meeting the highest standards of responsible gaming in Canada. If you have questions or concerns about responsible gambling, please contact our support team.