Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Gateauxlicious, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While we offer exciting gaming opportunities, it's important to approach gambling responsibly and within your means.
Please remember: the house always has an edge, and you should never bet more than you can afford to lose.
Age Requirements
All players must be at least 18 years of age or the legal age of majority in their province, whichever is higher. In Canada, this means you must be 18 or 19 years old depending on your province (19 in BC, AB, MB, and SK; 18 in all other provinces and territories).
We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of these apply to you? If so, seek help immediately:
- Gambling more often or with larger amounts than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about gambling habits
- Neglecting work, school, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other emotions
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down or stop
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Failed attempts to control or reduce gambling
- Gambling with money meant for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Feeling that gambling is your only way to solve problems
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
We provide the following tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before play is suspended
- Session Time Limits: Receive reminders or automatic logout after a set period of play
- Reality Checks: Periodic notifications showing your balance, time spent playing, and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
- Account Pause: Take a break from gambling without losing your account
To access these tools, please visit your account settings or contact our support team.
Get Help — Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organizations offer free, confidential support:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides resources, support, and information for Canadians affected by problem gambling
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Free, confidential support available 24/7
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Provides counselling and support services for problem gamblers - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for UK gambling services
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling and support service
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Helpline: 0800-0040061
Provides information and support for problem gambling in German-speaking regions
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about someone else's gambling habits, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support — professional counsellors are trained to help and provide confidential assistance.
Contact one of the organizations listed above, or speak with our support team about self-exclusion and support options available to you.
Remember: Help is always available, and recovery is possible.
This Responsible Gaming information is provided for educational purposes. By using Gateauxlicious, you acknowledge that you have read and understand these guidelines and commit to gambling responsibly.