Ontario online gambling ads increase demand for problem-gambling treatment, says counsellor
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Sports betting became legal and regulated in Ontario this spring. There is an increase in the demand for problem gambling in-patient treatment in Windsor. In 2021, it will be legal to gamble on individual sporting events. The federal government made it legal for provinces to regulate it. Diana Gabriele is a Canadian-certified gambling counsellor. She saw an influx of clients before Ontario's program launched. Sports betting can be fun and exciting, but it can also be addictive.
Caesars Windsor launched 10 sports betting kiosks Thursday. The law legalizing sports gambling was passed in April. It's hoped it will boost cross-border trade and save jobs.
Gabriele recommends Caesars as a partner in helping those affected by problem-gambling. Caeresars has been a good partner. Gabriella suggests setting limits and accountability for those who are gambling. Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare has a gambling line at 519-254-2112.
