Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At environmentalethics.ca, we believe that online gaming and sports betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only—never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money, chase losses, or escape personal difficulties, it's time to seek help.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your province) to use our services and access Stake login or any affiliated gaming platform.
We take age verification seriously and encourage parents and guardians to implement parental controls and monitoring software to prevent underage access to gaming platforms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back lost money
- Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Gambling for longer periods than intended
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other important responsibilities
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Experiencing mood swings related to gambling wins and losses
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
If you recognize these patterns in your behavior, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable gaming platforms, including Stake, offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Limits: Set automatic logout times to prevent extended play sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily ban yourself from accessing your gaming account for a set period (days, months, or years)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you need to step away entirely
We strongly encourage you to use these tools proactively, regardless of whether you currently feel you have a problem.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, reach out to one of these trusted organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org – Ontario-based organization providing resources and support across Canada
- Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario (PGIO) – Specialized treatment and counseling services
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada – Free peer support meetings across the country
International Resources
- UK – GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk – Free, confidential support and counseling
- UK – GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
- Australia – Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Counseling and referral services
- USA – National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org – 1-800-522-4700 (helpline)
All of these organizations offer free, confidential support. Many provide phone lines, online chat, counseling, and support group information.
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
There is no shame in asking for help. Problem gambling is a recognized mental health condition that affects thousands of Canadians and millions worldwide. Professional support can make a real difference.
Don't wait—contact a support organization above if you:
- Can't control your gambling
- Are experiencing financial hardship due to gambling
- Feel anxious or depressed about your gambling habits
- Have family or friends expressing concern about your behavior
Recovery is possible. Help is available. You are not alone.