Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Ali and Macaras Books, we believe that online gaming 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 or recover losses, it may be time to reassess your gaming habits and seek support.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Canada is restricted to individuals who are at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province). By accessing our partner casinos, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
We do not knowingly permit access to anyone under the legal gambling age.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or healthcare providers
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Risking important relationships, education, or career opportunities
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most online casinos offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a daily, weekly, or monthly period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications during gaming sessions to remind you how long you've been playing
- Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from playing at specific casinos or across multiple operators
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop gaming entirely
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming activity.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact one of these organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada – Free peer support meetings and counseling
- Contact your provincial gaming authority for local resources and helplines
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
United Kingdom
- GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (National Self-Exclusion Scheme) – www.gamstop.co.uk
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
All of these services offer confidential support and are available 24/7 or during business hours.
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about your gaming habits, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—professional support can make a real difference.
Contact one of the organizations listed above, speak with a healthcare provider, or call a national problem gambling helpline in your region.
Your well-being is more important than any game.