Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Coastal Yard Works, we believe online casino gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province) to participate in online casino gaming. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verify all players' ages before allowing access to our platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Are you concerned about your gaming habits? Review the checklist below. If you recognize any of these warning signs, consider reaching out for support:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gaming from family or friends
- Neglecting responsibilities: Skipping work, school, or important commitments to gamble
- Using gambling to cope: Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or emotional pain
- Loss of control: Unable to stick to gambling limits you've set for yourself
- Financial strain: Borrowing money, using credit cards, or going into debt to fund gambling
- Relationship problems: Gambling is causing conflict with family, friends, or partners
- Withdrawal symptoms: Feeling restless or irritable when not gambling
- Escalating bets: Needing to wager larger amounts to get the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control of your gaming. Consider using these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum bet amount per game or session
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during gaming sessions to track time and money spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic logouts after a certain duration
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
Talk to your casino's customer support team about activating these tools on your account.
Get Help — Canadian & International Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential help is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides information, resources, and support for problem gambling in Canada. - Gamblers Anonymous Canada — Local support groups across provinces offering peer-to-peer help.
- Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario — Specialized services for Ontario residents.
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) — www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support and counseling for problem gamblers. - GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion) — www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for UK online gambling. - Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counseling and support for problem gamblers in Australia. - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) — www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable, and support is confidential. Whether you're concerned about yourself or someone else, taking the first step to seek help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Don't gamble alone with your concerns. Contact one of the organizations above or speak with a trusted family member, friend, or healthcare provider.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek support.