How to Set up an Account
When you enter an online casino website, sometimes it can be confusing to create a new account and start gambling. Usually, you don’t take more than 3-5 minutes to create an account and set up everything. In most cases, you must click on “Register” or “Sign Up” and fill in the blank spaces with your information.
What can a casino online ask for?
- First and last name
- E-mail address
- Phone number
- Birthdate
- Country, city, and address
- Currency
- Gender
- Username
- Password
In some cases, when you are registering, you can choose if you want a bonus and which one you want (if there’s more than one available). Other ways of getting the bonus are after the registration process, once you make a deposit. You can also select it in the promotions/welcome bonus section. Not so common (but also possible) is to claim the welcome offer on the customer support live chat.
Gambling Laws in Canada
Canadians can play at any regulated offshore casino, and no legislation prevents players from doing so. Any casino which is regulated by one of the below bodies is safe and secure for Canadians:
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Malta Gaming Authority (MGA)
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United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC)
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Gibraltar Betting and Gaming Association (GBGA)
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Kahnawake Gaming Commission
The legal age to gamble online in most states, is 19 years old, but there are some exceptions. In Alberta, Calgary, Manitoba, Montreal, Ottawa, and Quebec the legal age to gamble is 18.
- Ontario: Starting from April 4, 2022, Ontario launched its new licensing regime, according to which only entities licensed in Ontario can offer gaming services to residents of Ontario.
Problem Gambling in Canada
Gambling addiction can be a severe problem for many players, and overcoming is not always easy. First of all, you must recognize your problem and start looking for solutions and strategies to fight it. You can reach out for help at any time to the below Canadian institutions:
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Problem Gambling – an Ontario organization which provides addiction support through training and education, digital tools resources and tools, and facilitating knowledge sharing.
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Gambling Problem Helpline – a helpline for Canadian players struggling with addiction. It can be reached on 1-866-332-2322.
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Know Your Limit – resources for Canadians residing in any province who suspect they might have a gambling problem.