Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At giantscalecanada.org, we believe that online gaming at Captain Cooks Casino should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Captain Cooks Casino is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your Canadian province). By accessing this site, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
If you are under the legal gambling age in your province, please do not proceed. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls to restrict access to gaming websites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover previous losses
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or healthcare providers
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (food, rent, utilities, medications)
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
- Spending more time and money on gambling than originally intended
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Gambling as a way to escape problems or relieve stress
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Captain Cooks Casino provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Set a time limit for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
- Account Restrictions: Reduce betting limits or disable certain games
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. You can adjust your settings at any time through your account management section.
Support Organizations in Canada & Beyond
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, the following organizations offer confidential support:
Canadian Resources
- Responsible Gambling Council – Leading Canadian authority on responsible gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org - Gamblers Anonymous Canada – Free peer support groups across Canada
www.gamblersanonymous.org - Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario (PGIO) – Resources and referrals for Ontario residents
Available through provincial health services
International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org - GamCare (United Kingdom) – Free support and counseling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
All support services are confidential and free to access. Do not hesitate to reach out if you need assistance.
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—many people recover from problem gambling with proper support.
Contact one of the organizations listed above, speak with a healthcare provider, or call a gambling helpline for confidential guidance. Recovery is possible, and help is available 24/7.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's not, it's time to take action.