Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Sherpa Portfolio, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it responsibly and within your means.

Remember: the house always has a mathematical advantage. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your province) to participate in online casino gaming.

If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, please do not create an account or participate in any gaming activities on this site.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time/money spent
• Difficulty controlling the urge to gamble or stopping once you've started
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, utilities)
• Neglecting family, friends, work, or school due to gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Experiencing mood swings, anxiety, or irritability when not gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Friends or family expressing concern about your gaming habits

Self-Help Tools & Features

Most responsible online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specific time period
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose in a session or timeframe
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic reminders or session cutoffs
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic pop-up reminders showing your time and money spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from playing
• Account Cooling Off: Take a mandatory break from your account

We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming experience.

Support Organizations in Canada

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

Canadian Resources

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  A leading Canadian organization providing education, research, and support for problem gambling
• Gamblers Anonymous Canada
  Free peer support meetings and resources across Canada
• Provincial Gambling Helplines:
  Most Canadian provinces have toll-free gambling helplines. Contact your provincial health ministry for your local number

International Resources

• GamCare (UK)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• National Council on Problem Gambling (US)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org

If You Need Help

Don't wait—reach out today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available to you. Whether you're concerned about your own gaming or that of a loved one, speaking with a counselor can make a real difference.

All calls and conversations are confidential and free. Help is just a phone call away.