Community Resources
If you would like to speak to a GameSense Advisor about your gambling habits or to access additional GameSense resources to help keep gambling fun, please call:
GameSense Info Line
1-833-447-7523
Hours of operation:
Tuesday and Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday – Saturday: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
More Resources
Here are some additional resources that may be helpful if you or someone you know is having difficulties because of their gambling behaviour, or if you are just seeking further information on safer gambling practices.
Alberta Resources
Alberta Mental Health Help Line
A 24/7 confidential service that provides support, information and referrals to Albertans experiencing mental health concerns.
1-877-303-2642
Alberta Health Services 24-hour helpline
24-hr helpline: 1-866-332-2322
Alberta Gamblers Anonymous
Fellowship of people who share their experience with each other that discuss common problems and work towards recovery.
albertaga.ca
Calgary 855-222-5542
Edmonton 780-463-0892
Lethbridge 403-331-0822
Medicine Hat 403-928-6343
In person, virtual & hybrid meetings are available.
Gam-Anon
Assists families and friends dealing with problem gambling and the emotional effects on everyone involved.
game-anon.org
In person, virtual & hybrid meetings are available.
SMART Recovery
This is a free, self-help program that may help people recover from all types of addictive behaviours.
Friends & Family - A program that provides tools to help communicate with and support loved ones.
smartrecoveryalberta.org
Self-Exclusion Program
The Self-Exclusion Program can help you take a longer break.
For info on the program or direct links to resources please visit:
selfexclusion.ca
1-844-468-8034
Suicide Crisis Helpline
9-8-8
GamTalk
This online community is for people with gambling issues to share their experiences and ideas.
gamtalk.org
211 Community Information Line
Information and referral service that connects people to the full range of community, social, government and health services.
2-1-1
Money Mentors
The Orderly Payment of Debts program provides an easy and stress-free way to repay debts in a cost-effective manner.
moneymentors.ca
Toll Free: 1-800-294-0076
Hope for Wellness Helpline
Offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada
hopeforwellness.ca
24-hour helpline: 1-855-242-3310
Please contact Alberta Health Services (AHS), the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) or a physician for information regarding treatment centers in Alberta.
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Self Exclusion Options
If you find yourself gambling too much, or if it no longer feels like a game, the Self-Exclusion Program can be an important first step in helping you control your gambling.
GameSense Info Line
Not everyone can gamble in a safe, responsible way. For some, gambling can become a problem.
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