Our Commitment
At Tiny Sparrow Foundation (tinysparrowfoundation.org), we are fundamentally committed to promoting safe, responsible, and mindful entertainment. While we may provide information, resources, or links related to gaming and gambling, we firmly advocate that such activities should remain entirely recreational. Gambling must never be viewed as a reliable source of income, an investment strategy, or a solution to financial difficulties.
Recognizing Problem Gambling Behaviours
Problem gambling can have severe financial, psychological, and social consequences. It is imperative to monitor your gaming habits and recognize the warning signs of gambling addiction, which may include:
- Chasing losses or persistently gambling to recover lost funds.
- Borrowing money, liquidating assets, or committing illegal acts to finance gambling activities.
- Lying to friends, family, or colleagues about the extent of your gambling or the amount of money spent.
- Experiencing anxiety, depression, or irritability when attempting to cease or reduce gambling.
- Neglecting personal, professional, educational, or familial obligations in favour of gambling.
Guidelines for Responsible Play
To ensure that gambling remains a safe and controlled form of entertainment, we strongly recommend adhering to the following preventative measures:
- Establish a Budget: Determine a strict financial limit for your gambling activities prior to playing, and do not exceed it. Never gamble with funds required for essential living expenses such as rent, food, or bills.
- Set Time Limits: Allocate a specific duration for gaming sessions. Take frequent, scheduled breaks to step away from the screen.
- Maintain Sobriety: Avoid participating in gambling activities while under the influence of alcohol, recreational drugs, or prescription medications that may impair judgement.
- Acknowledge the Odds: Understand that all casino games and betting markets are mathematically designed to favour the house. Winning is never guaranteed.
Protection of Minors
Tiny Sparrow Foundation strictly prohibits the use of our website and its affiliated links by individuals under the legal gambling age. In Canada, the legal age of majority for gambling is 18 or 19, depending strictly upon your province or territory of residence. We encourage parents and guardians to actively monitor internet usage and utilize filtering software to restrict access to gambling-related content for minors.
Self-Exclusion and Support Resources in Canada
If you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling problem, immediate and confidential help is available. We strongly encourage individuals to seek professional counselling and consider utilizing provincial self-exclusion programs. The following Canadian organizations provide free, confidential support and resources:
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC): An independent non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of problem gambling in Canada. Visit responsiblegambling.org.
- ConnexOntario: Provides free and confidential health services information for individuals experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs, mental illness, or gambling. Call toll-free at 1-866-531-2600.
- Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH): Offers extensive clinical care, research, and resources for individuals facing gambling addictions. Visit camh.ca.
- Gamblers Anonymous: A fellowship of individuals who share their experience, strength, and hope to recover from a gambling problem. Find local Canadian meetings at gamblersanonymous.org.
- Kids Help Phone: Canada's only 24/7, national support service for youth who may be affected by familial gambling issues. Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or require further information regarding our Responsible Gambling Policy, please reach out to our compliance team. Please note that while we prioritize user safety, we do not offer direct counselling services; however, we are committed to directing you toward the appropriate professional resources.
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: Tiny Sparrow Foundation, 123 Regulatory Way, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, Canada