Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Fairway Restaurant and Bar is committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Games of chance are designed for amusement, and the house always has a mathematical advantage in the long term.

Remember: Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits before you play.

Age Verification

Online gaming at Interac casinos is strictly for individuals aged 18 years or older in Canada, or the legal gambling age in your province or territory. If you are under the legal age in your jurisdiction, you are not permitted to gamble online.

All players must verify their age and identity before accessing gaming services. If you are underage, please do not attempt to create an account.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of these warning signs in your own behavior, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
• Hiding Gambling Activity: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
• Loss of Control: Gambling longer or with more money than intended
• Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family time due to gambling
• Financial Strain: Using money meant for bills, rent, or essentials to gamble
• Increased Tolerance: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel excitement
• Mood Changes: Feeling irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Failed Attempts to Quit: Being unable to reduce or stop gambling despite trying
• Borrowing Money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activity
• Relationship Problems: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits

Self-Help Tools & Resources

Most reputable Interac casinos offer built-in responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly caps on how much you can deposit into your gaming account
• Loss Limits: Establish maximum amounts you're willing to lose in a set timeframe
• Betting Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets to manage risk
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from an online casino for a period you choose (days, weeks, months, or years)
• Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling without closing your account
• Account Closure: Permanently close your gaming account if you need to stop

Use these tools proactively before you feel compelled to. Setting limits from the start helps prevent problems from developing.

Support Organizations in Canada

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. These organizations offer free, confidential support:

Canadian Resources

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Provides evidence-based information and support for problem gambling in Canada
• Gamblers Anonymous
  A peer-support fellowship offering meetings and resources for people struggling with gambling addiction
• Provincial Helplines: Many Canadian provinces and territories offer toll-free problem gambling helplines—contact your local health ministry for details

International Resources

• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Call: 1-800-522-4700 (available 24/7)
• GamCare (UK)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Provides counseling and support for problem gamblers
• GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion Scheme)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Multi-operator self-exclusion program
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

If You Need Help

Please reach out today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. The sooner you reach out to a support organization, the sooner you can regain control of your life and finances.

Whether you're experiencing early warning signs or a serious gambling problem, the organizations listed above offer confidential, non-judgmental support from trained professionals and peer counselors.

You don't have to face this alone. Help is available, and recovery is possible.

Our Commitment

Fairway Restaurant and Bar is dedicated to promoting safe, responsible gaming. We encourage all players to:

• Set and stick to personal spending limits
• Never gamble with money you need for essentials
• Take regular breaks
• Avoid chasing losses
• Seek help immediately if you're concerned about your gaming habits

For more information about responsible gaming practices at Interac casinos