What are the risks associated with playing games of chance?
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For most Québec adults, games of chance are a form of entertainment that involves wagering money on an activity whose result depends entirely or partly on chance and for which the risk of losing money is very real.
Are any limits imposed on bar owners who want to install video lottery terminals at their locations?
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Video lottery is available at Québec bars with an operator’s licence issued by the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux. VLT allocation is highly regulated and must meet many criteria.
Are slot machine outcomes random or programmed?
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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.
Since poker combines strategy and chance, can we hope to win with poker if we play skillfully?
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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.
Can I cancel my self-exclusion?
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Enrolling in the self-exclusion program is irrevocable; it can’t be changed.
When can a person consider they have a gambling problem?
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A person has gambling issues when they continue playing and wagering despite facing gambling-related negative consequences.
How do I help a loved one struggling with problem gambling?
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Helping someone struggling with problem gambling is not easy. If you want to discuss it with them, you must be prepared and supported.
Is there a secret to winning when betting on sports?
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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.
When playing Lotto 6/49, does always using the same number combination instead of a random selection increase our odds?
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Whether you choose your numbers or take a Quick Pick, the odds are the same for all draws.
What’s responsible gambling?
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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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