gambling

From playing claw machines to opening

Many video games let players spend money to buy randomized in-game items without knowing what they will receive. Often called loot boxes or gacha - these gambling-like products rarely contain the valuable item players hope to get, encouraging more spending.  This is like typical gambling, but not generally covered by gambling law. Many countries have adopted some rules because of concerns about potential harm.

From e-sports betting to playing single-play claw machines and opening card packs or mystery boxes, youth have access to gambling before they are of legal age to gamble. These forms of gambling have become increasingly popular and accessible in recent years, especially among young people, but they also raise various ethical, legal, and regulatory issues.

The purpose of this panel discussion is to increase awareness about the risks associated with unconventional forms of gambling and provide education and referral services to support informed decision-making.

Les machines à griffes sont populaires auprès des jeunes. Ces jeux demandent aux joueurs d'insérer de l'argent ou des jetons afin d'utiliser un dispositif ressemblant à un bras pour attraper un animal en peluche, un jouet ou un autre prix. On les trouve dans de nombreux endroits, tels que les cinémas, les centres commerciaux et les salles d'arcade.  

What is a claw machine?

Claw machines, also known as crane games, are popular among youth. These games require players to insert money or tokens to use an arm-like device to grab a stuffed animal, toy, or another prize. They are found in many places, such as cinemas, malls, and arcades.  

November is Financial Literacy Month, and we have a fantastic and free workshop coming up: Gambling, Money, and Decision-Making workshop.

Gambling can potentially cause harm to a person’s financial well-being, and it is important for youth to understand when an activity becomes gambling so they can identify the risks involved and implement strategies to stay safe.

Whether you’re a student, teacher, or just someone who wants to learn more about Financial literacy, we have something for you. Sign up today!

The Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP) with the YMCA of Greater Toronto will be hosting an upcoming FRENCH webinar about Stigma and Gambling.

The Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP) with the YMCA of Greater Toronto will be hosting an upcoming webinar about Stigma and Gambling.

Paying to open a loot box or a virtual card pack in a video game is a form of gambling. You risk something of value, in this case in-game currency, and don’t know what you’ll get in return.

Gambling can potentially cause harm to a person’s financial well-being and it is important for youth to understand when an activity becomes gambling so they can identify the risks involved and implement strategies to stay safe.

This workshop aims to equip social workers/ social service/ health sector helpers with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to create accurate, comprehensive, and professional documentation that is grounded in anti-oppressive approaches and practices.

Introduction:

Welcome and orientation:

Overview of the importance of documentation in social services

Establishing workshop goals and expectations.

The Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP) with the YMCA of Greater Toronto will be hosting an upcoming webinar about Gambling & Media Impact.

Gambling and the teenage brain

If it seems like youth make emotional decisions and engage in risky behaviour, there’s a reason t: It’s all part of brain development. And while it’s a natural and necessary process, it also makes them particularly susceptible to developing a problem with gambling.

The amygdala and the prefrontal cortex

Influencing: Another way to advertise

Youth gambling: the basics

The YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP) defines gambling as risking something of value when you don’t know if you will win or lose. This definition includes traditional forms of gambling such as casino games, but also includes non-traditional forms of gambling that are popular with youth today.