Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Dunkly Reno, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. There is no guaranteed way to win, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older, or the legal gambling age in your province or territory, whichever is higher. By accessing our website and participating in any gaming activities, you confirm that you meet these age requirements and are legally permitted to gamble in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to recover gambling losses by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the extent of gambling from family, friends, or partners
- Increasing Stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Loss of Control: Being unable to reduce or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Financial Problems: Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Unsuccessful Quit Attempts: Repeatedly trying and failing to stop or reduce gambling
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most online casinos provide tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose before stopping play
- Session Limits: Set time limits for individual gaming sessions to prevent extended play
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling sites for a specified period (typically 6 months to 5 years)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your gaming account if you wish to stop entirely
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming practice.
Get Help — Support Organizations for Canadians
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. The following organizations offer confidential assistance:
Canadian Resources
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) — Ontario's leading provider of evidence-based problem gambling prevention and treatment resources
www.responsiblegambling.org - Gamblers Anonymous — Peer support meetings across Canada following a 12-step model
www.gamblersanonymous.org - Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario (PGIO) — Clinical services and treatment programs
Contact through your provincial health authority
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom) — Free and confidential support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia) — Counseling and support services
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) (United States) — Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible with proper support. If you're experiencing difficulties with gambling:
- Reach out to one of the support organizations listed above
- Talk to a trusted family member, friend, or healthcare provider
- Contact your provincial gambling helpline or addiction services
- Use self-exclusion tools immediately to restrict access to gambling sites
You are not alone, and help is available. Taking action today is a sign of strength.