Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Rental Stars, we believe that gambling should only be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Betting always carries risk, and the house always has an edge. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose completely.
Age Verification
By accessing any gambling services through this website, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your province/territory). Gambling is illegal for anyone under the legal age in Canada. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
If you are under the legal age, please do not participate in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Thinking about gambling constantly or planning your next gambling session
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional problems
- Borrowing money or experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Repeatedly trying and failing to control or stop gambling
- Jeopardizing relationships, employment, or educational opportunities because of gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Most licensed Canadian gambling operators offer 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 during a gambling session
- Session Time Limits: Receive automatic reminders or automatic logout after a set period
- Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications during your session reminding you how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling services for a set period (typically 6 months to 5 years or permanently)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your gambling account if you choose to stop
Take advantage of these tools. They exist to help you gamble responsibly.
Need Help? Support Organizations in Canada
If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available and confidential:
Canada
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Responsible Gambling Council (RGC)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Information and resources for problem gambling in Ontario and across Canada -
Gamblers Anonymous Canada
A peer support program for people struggling with compulsive gambling (12-step program) - Provincial Helplines: Contact your provincial health authority or search for "problem gambling helpline" + your province name for local support services
International Resources
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
If You Have a Problem, Seek Help Now
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling:
- Admit there may be a problem — this is the first step
- Contact a helpline or counselor immediately
- Talk to someone you trust — family, friends, or a mental health professional
- Use self-exclusion or account closure tools on gambling platforms
- Seek professional treatment — therapy and counseling are effective
You are not alone. Help is available. Recovery is possible.