So that a game remains a game

Demystifying chance to manage your gambling is a winning strategy. Wise Play provides tools to help you set limits, helpful hints to gamble responsibly, and detailed information about games so you can understand the risks associated with them.

Playing wisely, from responsible commercialization to responsible gambling

Playing wisely requires a secure gambling environment, trained personnel, clear rules and reliable information. It also requires gamblers who understand the risks and want to give themselves the means to stick to their limits.

Questions about gambling?

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Are slot machine outcomes random or programmed?

Answer

All prizes are awarded randomly, whereas the chances to win are programmed according to the return-to-player (RTP) rate. However, the outcome of the spins is entirely random; it’s solely based on chance.

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Since poker combines strategy and chance, can we hope to win with poker if we play skillfully?

Answer

The outcome in poker depends on both chance and players’ skills. But it is impossible to know how much of it is due to chance and how much depends on strategy.

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Is there a secret to winning when betting on sports?

Answer

There’s no secret formula to win your bets. And how much you know about sports doesn’t matter—chance always affects a game’s outcome.

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What’s responsible gambling?

Answer

At Loto-Québec, responsible gambling is part of our responsible commercialization process. This approach encourages players to adopt low-risk gambling habits by offering them advice, tools and more.

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