Healthy Play is Our Priority

Lottery games are a form of entertainment, not a way to make money. We are dedicated to providing a safe environment and ensuring that our players have the tools and knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their play.

Tips for Safer Gambling

Keeping gambling fun means staying in control. Here are some practical tips to help you play responsibly:

• Set a budget: Decide how much money you are willing to spend on entertainment before you start playing. Never spend money that is needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food.
• Set a time limit: It's easy to lose track of time. Decide beforehand how long you will play and stick to it.
• Don't chase losses: Trying to win back lost money usually leads to even bigger losses. Accept that losing is part of the game.
• Balance your life: Ensure that gambling is not your only form of entertainment. Balance it with other activities like hobbies, spending time with family, and work.
• Play for fun, not profit: Treat the cost of a ticket as the price of entertainment, similar to a movie ticket. Do not view the lottery as an investment or a solution to financial problems.

Understanding the Odds

It is crucial to understand that lottery outcomes are purely based on chance. No amount of skill or strategy can influence the result of a random draw.

Recognizing the Signs of Problem Gambling

Sometimes, gambling can stop being fun and start becoming a problem. It is important to recognize the warning signs early:

• Spending more money or time on gambling than you can afford.
• Feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed about your gambling.
• Hiding your gambling activity from friends and family.
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble.
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities to play.
• Feeling the need to bet larger amounts to get the same thrill.

Player Protection Tools

Harbor Nova Lottery offers several tools to help you manage your play:

Voluntary Self-Exclusion

If you feel that your gambling is getting out of control, you can choose to take a break. Our Self-Exclusion program allows you to block access to your account for a period ranging from 6 months to 5 years. During this time, you will not be able to log in, deposit funds, or purchase tickets.

Purchase Limits

We encourage all players to set weekly spending limits on their accounts. Once you reach your limit, you will be prevented from making further purchases until the period resets.

Account History

You can view your full transaction history at any time in your account settings. This provides a clear overview of exactly how much you have spent and how often you have played, helping you stay grounded in reality.

Age Protection (19+)

It is illegal for anyone under the age of 19 to participate in lottery games in Nova Scotia. Harbor Nova Lottery takes this responsibility very seriously.

• We use sophisticated identity verification checks to confirm the age of every player upon registration.
• Accounts found to belong to minors will be closed immediately, and any winnings will be forfeited.
• We recommend that parents use filtering software to prevent minors from accessing gambling sites on shared devices.

Harbor Nova Lottery is proud to contribute to a safe and sustainable gaming industry in Nova Scotia.