Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Holland River Marina, we believe sports betting should be enjoyable entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only bet what you can afford to lose, and always gamble for fun—not as an investment or income source.
Age Verification
Sports betting in Canada is restricted to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your province, whichever is higher). We do not permit gambling by minors under any circumstances. If you are underage, please do not use sports betting services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Recognize these warning signs that gambling may become a problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, school, family, or social obligations due to gambling
- Experiencing anxiety or irritability when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or control gambling
- Jeopardizing relationships or opportunities because of gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many 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: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose during a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a set period or permanently
- Session Limits: Set time limits for each gambling session
- Account Cooling Off: Temporarily suspend your account for reflection
Talk to your sportsbook about activating these tools—they're designed to help you stay in control.
Support Organizations in Canada & Internationally
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, contact these trusted organizations:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (Ontario)
www.responsiblegambling.org
Comprehensive resources for problem gambling support and treatment referrals across Canada - National Problem Gambling Helpline (Canada)
1-800-668-8668 (toll-free)
Confidential support 24/7 - Gamblers Anonymous
www.gamblersanonymous.org
Peer support meetings and recovery programs
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-522-4700 (National Problem Gambling Helpline)
United Kingdom
- GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk
Free counseling and support services - GamStop
www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counseling and support services
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable, and help is available. Don't wait—reach out to one of the organizations above if you or someone you know is struggling with gambling. Recovery is possible, and support is confidential.
Remember: Gambling should always be fun. If it's not, it's time to seek help.