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Responsible play

A few small habits keep gaming fun.

Maple Jackpot Fun is free and uses virtual coins only โ€” but even free gaming is best enjoyed in small doses. Here is how we think about healthy play, and where to find help if you need it.

Healthy play tips

  • Decide on a time limit before you start, and stop when it's up.
  • Take a break every 20โ€“30 minutes โ€” stand up, look at something far away.
  • Treat gaming as a pastime, not a way to relax from something difficult.
  • Play with full attention. Don't combine sessions with alcohol or low mood.
  • If you feel frustrated, close the tab. Come back tomorrow.

Warning signs to watch for

  • Playing longer than you planned, more days in a row than usual.
  • Feeling restless or irritable when you're not playing.
  • Hiding play time from people around you.
  • Chasing a "comeback" โ€” even with virtual coins.
  • Looking for paid alternatives to "win more".

These patterns matter even when no real money is involved, because they can extend to other parts of life. If any of them sound familiar, it's worth talking to someone.

A reminder about our hub

Maple Jackpot Fun is free social gaming for adults. Virtual coins have no monetary value and cannot be redeemed, sold, traded, or withdrawn. There is no real-money wagering on this site. If anyone offers to sell coins, prizes, or play time related to Maple Jackpot Fun, it is not us โ€” please ignore it.

Canadian support resources

We list reputable starting points below. Resources, phone numbers, and program names can change over time โ€” please double-check the current contact details on the official site before relying on them.

National (Canada)

Responsible Gambling Council

Independent non-profit that promotes safer gaming through research and awareness.

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Ontario

ConnexOntario

Free, confidential 24/7 information and referrals for problem gambling, drugs, alcohol, and mental health.

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Ontario

PlaySmart by OLG

Guides to how games work and tools to keep play in check.

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National (Canada)

CAMH โ€” Problem Gambling

Information and treatment resources from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

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International

Gambling Therapy

Free online support service available worldwide, including Canada.

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Provincial

Provincial responsible gambling programs

Every Canadian province offers a free helpline. Search for '[your province] responsible gambling' for the current number.

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If you or someone you care about is in immediate distress, please call or text a crisis line in your area, or visit a local emergency room.