Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Chow Martin, we believe online betting should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While we provide a platform for adult gaming, it's important to understand that all forms of gambling carry inherent risks.
Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
Age Verification
Online betting in Canada is strictly reserved for individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province). Chow Martin is committed to preventing underage gambling and verifies the age of all users during registration.
If you are under the legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction, please do not access our platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by betting more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or other essential expenses
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Increasing the amount you bet to feel the same excitement
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or education due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Losing control over your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Chow Martin provides several tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly).
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session.
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered.
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set duration.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from our platform if you need a break from gambling.
These tools are available in your account settings. We encourage you to use them proactively.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides information, resources, and support for problem gambling across Canada. - Gamblers Anonymous — www.gamblersanonymous.org
A peer support fellowship offering meetings and guidance for recovering problem gamblers. - Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse and Addiction (CCSA) — www.ccsa.ca
Resources and information on problem gambling and mental health support.
Additional International Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) — www.ncpgambling.org
- GamCare (UK) — www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK) — www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
If You Need Help
If you are experiencing problem gambling, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in asking for help, and recovery is possible.
Contact the Responsible Gambling Council at www.responsiblegambling.org or call a helpline in your province for immediate assistance.
Remember: You are not alone, and professional help is always available.