SAFER GAMBLING
Supporting players every step of the play.
SAFER GAMBLING
Supporting players every step of the play.
PLAYER SUPPORTS
PLAYSMART
PlaySmart.ca is your go-to gambling knowledge hub. Find everything you need to help your play sessions stay fun. Boost your knowledge with tips on how to play, understand game odds and strategies, and learn the essentials of player etiquette – all in one place.
We love answering questions about gambling! And if playing ever stops being fun, we have the tools and resources you need to stay in control of your game.
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MY PLAYSMART TOOLS
My PlaySmart Tools can help you customize your time and money budgets, understand your play habits, or take a break when you need it. My PlaySmart is also available on slot machines at select Ontario casinos.
EXPLORE TOOLS
MY PLAYBREAK – SELF-EXCLUSION
Whether it's help for you or a loved one, My PlayBreak is OLG's customizable voluntary self-exclusion tool designed to help you take a break from gambling. Choose the length of the break, set the goals you want to achieve and receive the support, guidance and encouragement to stay on track.
VISIT MY PLAYBREAK
BetGuard
BetGuard is a province wide digital self-exclusion program.
- BetGuard allows you to be self-excluded from all regulated digital gambling sites in Ontario in one place, from 6 months to 5 years
- This includes digital operators beyond OLG
Note: BetGuard does not cover land-based (in person) casinos.
Choosing BetGuard means you’ll be redirected to BetGuard to create a separate profile and complete the process.
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PLAYSMART CENTRES
PlaySmart Centres are dedicated spaces in every Casino and Charitable Bingo & Gaming Centre across Ontario. We also offer a virtual PlaySmart Centre. Whether you want to learn about games, explore gambling information, or take a break, they offer a welcoming place to pause and reset offering:
- How to Play brochures
- Digital games and videos
- Resources for help with problem gambling
PlaySmart Centres are operated in partnership with the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC), an organization dedicated to problem gambling prevention.
Learn MoreCOLLABORATION FOR GOOD
Discover the partners that help us to address problem gambling and innovate for the health of our players.
CONNEXONTARIO
ConnexOntario provides a free 24 hour Helpline and confidential and anonymous access to problem gambling treatment and information.
RGC
Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) operates OLG PlaySmart Centres and the RG Check accreditation program.
YMCA
The YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program is a free service offering educational, preventive programs to raise awareness of the risks of gambling and promote healthy, active lifestyles for young people.
Credit Canada Debt Solutions
Credit Canada Debt Solutions (CCDS) offers credit counselling and responsible gambling resources.