Play Responsibly

Chicken Road is entertainment — not a way to make money. The vast majority of players enjoy it in short, controlled sessions and stop when they’ve had enough. This page explains how to keep it that way, how to spot when play stops being fun, and where to get free, confidential help in Canada if you need it.

Golden Rules

  • Only bet what you can afford to lose. Gambling money should come from your entertainment budget, never from rent, bills, or savings.
  • Set limits before you start. Decide on a deposit limit, a time limit, and a loss limit for each session — and stick to them.
  • Never chase losses. Trying to win back what you’ve lost is the fastest way to lose more. When your budget is gone, the session is over.
  • Don’t gamble to escape. Stress, boredom, or low mood are bad reasons to play. Gambling won’t fix them.
  • Keep it in perspective. It’s a game, not income. Treat every win as a bonus, not a plan.
  • Take regular breaks. Step away often. Never play while tired, upset, or under the influence of alcohol.

Know the Warning Signs

Gambling may be becoming a problem if you:

  • Bet more than you can afford, or more than you intended.
  • Need bigger bets to get the same excitement.
  • Chase losses or borrow money to keep playing.
  • Lie about or hide how much you gamble.
  • Feel anxious, guilty, or irritable when you’re not playing.
  • Let gambling interfere with work, sleep, relationships, or finances.

If two or more of these sound familiar, it’s worth talking to someone. Free, confidential help is available — see below.

Tools That Help You Stay in Control

Most licensed casinos give you built-in tools to manage your play:

  • Deposit limits — cap how much you can add to your account daily, weekly, or monthly.
  • Loss and wager limits — set a ceiling on how much you can lose or stake.
  • Session time reminders — get alerts about how long you’ve been playing.
  • Cool-off periods — take a short, temporary break from your account.
  • Self-exclusion — block yourself from an operator for a set period, or permanently.

Look for these in your account settings, or ask customer support to set them up. In Ontario, you can opt out of all regulated online gambling through BetGuard.

Protect Minors

Online gambling is strictly for adults. You must be of legal age in your province — 19+ in most of Canada, 18+ in Alberta, Manitoba, and Quebec. If children share your device, use parental controls and keep your account credentials private.

Getting Help in Canada

If gambling is causing you harm, you’re not alone — and reaching out is the first step. These services are free, confidential, and available across Canada.

ConnexOntario (Ontario) — 24/7 support for gambling, mental health, and addiction. Call 1-866-531-2600, text 247247, or chat online at connexontario.ca.

9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline — if you or someone you know is in distress, call or text 9-8-8 any time.

Responsible Gambling Council — a Canadian non-profit with self-assessment tools, prevention resources, and provincial support: responsiblegambling.org.

Provincial & Territorial Helplines

  • Alberta — 1-866-461-1259
  • British Columbia — 1-888-795-6111
  • Manitoba — 1-800-463-1554
  • New Brunswick — 1-800-461-1234
  • Newfoundland & Labrador — 1-888-899-4357
  • Northwest Territories — 1-800-661-0844
  • Nova Scotia — 1-888-429-8167
  • Nunavut (Kamatsiaqtut) — 1-800-265-3333
  • Ontario (ConnexOntario) — 1-866-531-2600
  • Prince Edward Island — 1-855-255-4255
  • Quebec — 1-800-461-0140
  • Saskatchewan — 1-800-306-6789
  • Yukon — 1-866-456-3838

Play responsibly. 18+ / 19+ depending on your province. Gambling should be fun, not a source of stress or income. If it stops being enjoyable, take a break and reach out for support.

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