Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At jbmm.ca, we believe that online sportsbooks and gaming should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. Gambling is not a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. It should never be viewed as an investment or income source. Please only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always maintain control over your gaming habits.
Age Verification & Legal Requirements
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province/territory, whichever is higher) to use sportsbooks and gaming services in Canada. We strictly verify all users' ages and take this responsibility seriously. If you are under the legal age, please do not attempt to register.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following behaviors, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, utilities, food, medication)
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying to friends and family about how much you gamble
- Constantly thinking about gambling or planning your next betting session
- Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same level of excitement
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Spending significantly more time and money on gambling than intended
- Failed attempts to control, reduce, or stop gambling
- Jeopardizing important relationships, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
If any of these apply to you, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Most responsible sportsbooks, including bitcoin sportsbooks, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're willing to lose over a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long and how much you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account, preventing access to your gaming account
- Time-Out Period: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a set duration
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Get Help – Canadian & International Support
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. Contact one of these organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- Gambling Therapy – www.gamblingtherapy.org (offers free, confidential support)
- Gamblers Anonymous Canada – Self-help support groups across Canada
International Organizations
- United Kingdom: GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk | GamStop (National Self-Exclusion) – www.gamstop.co.uk
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org | 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
All of these services offer confidential support and are free to access.
If You Have a Problem, Seek Help Now
Problem gambling is a recognized medical condition, and recovery is possible with proper support. You are not alone. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please contact one of the organizations listed above immediately. They provide confidential, judgment-free support to help you regain control.
Your health, relationships, and financial security matter. Take action today.