Support Links & Resources
Explore a comprehensive list of provincial, national, and international resources, support groups, and financial services dedicated to gambling and addiction recovery.
PEI Links
Prince Edward Island Gambling Addiction Services
Access professional treatment, counselling, and local addiction services provided by the province.
Mental Health and Addictions Open Access Counselling
Get mental health and addiction support when you need it. Open Access Counselling is implemented across Community MH&A sites, providing timely, evidence-based support on your terms.
Gamblers Anonymous (PEI Meetings)
A fellowship of people sharing experiences and hopes to recover from gambling. Both in-person and online options exist.
- Charlottetown: 96 Green St on Tuesdays at 8pm
- Abrams Village: Club 50 (8938 Route 11) on Tuesdays at 7pm
SMART Recovery
A leading addiction recovery support group using the 4-Point Program® to help participants learn recovery tools within a free, science-based worldwide community.
Gam-Anon
A free 12-step self-help organization dedicated to supporting those affected by the gambling problem of a loved one.
Bridge the Gapp
Offers online mental health and addiction resources for adults and youth, automatically linking to the PEI program when logged on from the province.
Family Service PEI & Financial Empowerment Program
A non-government charitable organization offering high-quality evidence-based therapeutic counselling. Their specialized Financial Empowerment Program provides free, confidential one-on-one credit counselling, personalized budgeting, and debt management support.
Cybersafe Care
A public education campaign helping parents, caregivers, and educators teach kids safe technology usage while enjoying social media and digital platforms.
PlayWise (Red Shores)
Access self-exclusion and Break-in-Play programs alongside valuable responsible gambling tools and resources.
Canadian Links
Lower Risk Gambling Guidelines
National scientific benchmarks for safe gambling frequency and expenditure.
CAMH Problem Gambling
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health clinical information and resources.
Gambling, Gaming & Technology Use (GGTU)
CAMH platform offering free anonymous self-help tools.
Government of Canada Get Help Here
Mental health support and national public resources.
GamTalk Community
Online support community featuring chat-rooms and community forums.
Responsible Gambling Council (RGC)
Public education and problem gambling prevention initiatives.
Brain Connections
Understanding addiction and how problem gambling affects the brain.
Canadian Safety Council
Information and guidance regarding gambling addiction.
Youth Gambling & High-Risk Behaviors
International centre providing empirically-based prevention programs.
Tips for Families [PDF]
Guidance for family members supporting someone who gambles.
Youth Gambling Booklet [PDF]
Informational resource booklet focused on youth gambling.
A Friendly Voice
Free confidential warm line for older adults (55+). Call 1-855-892-9992.
Fold 'em Podcast
Help for gambling problems produced by Gambling Support BC.
YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness (YGAP)
Free service raising awareness and promoting healthy living.
Game Quitters
Educational resource and global support community for gaming addiction.
International Links
Gambling Therapy
Global service offering free practical advice and emotional support to anyone affected by problem gambling.
GamCare
UK-based gambling support site featuring active community forums and chat rooms.
Big Deal?
Gambling information, advice, and dedicated support for young people from GamCare (UK).
Need Help or Have Questions?
Reach out anytime for free, confidential assistance and support across PEI at the PEI Gaming and Gambling Support Line.