Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Augmented Human, we believe that online gaming through Interac casinos should be enjoyable entertainment only. Gambling is not a reliable way to earn money and should never be viewed as a source of income. The odds always favor the house, and losses are a normal part of gaming. Play only with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits before you begin.

Age Verification

Online gaming in Canada is only available to players who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province). All licensed Interac casinos require age verification before account creation and first deposit. By using any casino platform, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following behaviors in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a problem with gambling:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Spending more time or money gambling than intended
• Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Experiencing financial problems or debt because of gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or cope with stress

Self-Help Tools & Features

Reputable Interac casinos offer built-in 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 of money you're willing to lose in a given period
• Reality Checks: Receive automatic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a short break from your account (hours to days) without closing it permanently
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from your casino account for a set period or permanently
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed

Always use these tools proactively. Most casinos require you to contact customer support to activate self-exclusion or longer cooling-off periods.

Support Organizations & Resources in Canada

If you or someone you care about needs help with problem gambling, the following organizations provide confidential support:

Canadian Resources

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Information and resources for problem gambling in Canada
• Gamblers Anonymous Canada
  A peer-support fellowship with meetings across Canada for those struggling with compulsive gambling
• Provincial Gambling Helplines
  Most Canadian provinces operate province-specific helplines and support services. Contact your provincial health ministry for details.

International Resources (for reference)

• United Kingdom: GamCare & GamStop
• Australia: Gambling Help Online
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling

If You Need Help

Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if someone you care about does, reach out today. Support services are confidential, non-judgmental, and free.

Don't hesitate to contact the Responsible Gambling Council or your provincial gambling helpline. Many organizations also offer support for family members and friends affected by someone else's gambling.

Remember: gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.