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. Someone can spend hours winning at a live baccarat or similar online platforms and wager an entire paycheque in minutes, with no physical barriers to slow the process down. In Canada, problem gambling affects approximately 3% of adults[1], and those struggling with severe gambling disorder face a 20-times higher risk of experiencing homelessness compared to the general population[2].
The connection between …