Research & Documentation

PEI Gambling Reports & Strategies

Access historical reports, prevalence studies, responsible gaming strategies (2006–2023), and national statistical insights.

Provincial Publications

PEI Gambling Reports/Strategies (2006–2023)

2006

Gambling and Problem Gambling in PEI

PEI Dept. of Health; prepared by Dr. Jason Doiron (February 2006)

2008

Prince Edward Island Responsible Gaming Strategy – Leadership, Integrity and Responsibility

PEI Lotteries Commission (September 2008)

2019

2019 Prince Edward Island Gambling Prevalence Study

MSSU SPOR at UPEI (July 2021)

2023

Navigating the Waters: A Strategy for Socially Responsible Gambling on PEI

PEI Lotteries Commission (2023–2028)

National Research

Statistics Canada Gambling Report (2022)

2022

Insights on Canadian Society: Who gambles and who experiences gambling problems in Canada

Michelle Rotermann and Heather Gilmour | Release date: August 9, 2022 | Catalogue no. 75-006-X

2022

Infographic: Gambling in Canada

Michelle Rotermann, Heather Gilmour | Issue Number: 2022041

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Support Services

Confidential Support Is Available

If you are concerned about your own gambling or gaming, or about someone else's, confidential support is available at no cost. You do not need to be in crisis to reach out — early conversations can make a significant difference.

The PEI Gambling Support Line connects you with trained counsellors, peer support, and local services across the Island.

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