How Online Gambling Drives Homelessness (And What Canada Can Do About It)
Recognize the warning signs before crisis hits: withdrawing from social activities, borrowing money repeatedly, selling possessions, or neglecting rent and bills to fund gambling. In Canada, problem gambling affects approximately 3% of adults, and those struggling with severe gambling disorder face a 20-times higher risk of experiencing homelessness compared to the general population.
The connection between gambling addiction and housing instability isn’t coincidental. Problem gambling drains financial resources rapidly, often faster than drug or alcohol addiction because of how quickly digital platforms allow people to lose …