Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At Compass Lotto Ventures, we believe that lottery games should be played for entertainment only, with full understanding of the odds and risks. We are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices and providing resources for those who may need help.

Understanding the Risks

Mathematical Reality

• The probability of winning major lottery jackpots is extremely low (typically 1 in millions)
• Expected value is almost always negative - the average return is less than what you pay
• Each draw is independent - past results do not affect future outcomes
• No strategy or system can improve your odds beyond random selection
• Lottery games are designed for the operator to profit, not the players

Problem Gambling Warning Signs

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Recognize these warning signs:

Responsible Gaming Guidelines

Set Limits

• Budget: Only spend money you can afford to lose. Never use money needed for essentials.
• Time: Set a time limit for gambling activities and stick to it.
• Frequency: Limit how often you purchase lottery tickets.
• Never Chase Losses: Accept losses and walk away. Don't try to win back what you've lost.

Understand the Odds

• Review the probability information for each game
• Use our odds calculator to understand your chances of winning
• Accept that winning is extremely unlikely
• View lottery participation as entertainment, not investment

Keep It in Perspective

• Lottery games are entertainment, not a way to make money
• There is no "system" to beat the odds
• Winning is based purely on chance, not skill
• Your financial security should never depend on lottery winnings

Take Breaks

• Take regular breaks from lottery participation
• Step away if you find yourself thinking about it too often
• Use our self-exclusion tools if needed
• Focus on other hobbies and activities

Self-Exclusion and Tools

We provide several tools to help you maintain control:

Self-Exclusion Program

Our self-exclusion program allows you to voluntarily ban yourself from accessing our educational platform and receiving lottery-related communications for a specified period (6 months, 1 year, or permanently).

To self-exclude: Contact us at [email protected] or call 1-866-LOTTERY-ED

Spending Limits

Set daily, weekly, or monthly spending limits in your account settings. Once set, these cannot be increased for 24 hours, giving you time to reconsider.

Reality Checks

Enable pop-up reminders that display how long you've been active on the site and how much you've spent.

Time-Outs

Take a break from accessing your account for 24 hours, 7 days, or 30 days.

Protecting Minors

Lottery participation is restricted to individuals 19 years and older in Canada. We:

• Verify age at registration and throughout the user experience
• Block access to anyone under 19
• Encourage parents to use parental control software
• Provide educational resources about gambling risks for youth

Support Resources

Additional resources for problem gambling support:

• Gambling Therapy: www.gamblingtherapy.org - Free online support and counseling
• Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario: www.problemgambling.ca - Research and resources
• Canadian Mental Health Association: www.cmha.ca - Mental health support services
• Centre for Addiction and Mental Health: www.camh.ca - Treatment and support programs