The Facts About Gambling

We know there are lots of myths about gambling in Nova Scotia. Here are the facts.

Participation in Gambling

• 72.8% of adults in Nova Scotia reported gambling at least once a year. Of these individuals, over 93.2% do so for entertainment and without risk.(1)
• Based on the Canadian Problem Gambling Index (CPGI), 0.7% of the adult population (about 5,200) in Nova Scotia have a gambling problem or are defined as a problem gambler. An additional 1.3% (about 9,600) are considered at moderate risk of experiencing a problem with gambling. (1)

(1) 2013 Nova Scotia Adult Gambling Information Collection Project