House Rules

1. You must be 18 years of age or older to play bingo.

2. Minimum 2 strip booklet must be purchased to play any specials.

3. No splitting, cutting or sharing of books/cards - bingo on split cards will not be honoured.

4. You must use a permanent bingo dabber at all times - pencils, markers or chips are not allowed.

5. If you have a bingo, it is your responsibility to shout loud enough to ensure the caller hears your bingo and to stop the game. So, shout LOUDLY.

6. Once a game is closed, it cannot be re-opened.

7. There will be no splitting of currencies.

8. Management/sponsors reserve the right to refuse entry.

9. Noise level during bingo must be kept to a minimum.

10. No admittance after the conclusion of the intermission.

11. The conduct of the bingo event is regulated by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. All terms and conditions of the license must be adhered to and will be enforced.

12. Bingo books/cards can only be played at the bingo session that they are purchased.

13. Management/sponsors are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

14. Playing cards for money is strictly prohibited on the premises.

15. Intoxicated patrons will not be allowed admittance.

16. Illegal acts will be prosecuted.

17. Patrons are not permitted to sell any items to other patrons while on Bingo Country premises.

18. Admittance will not be permitted if not wearing shirt or shoes.

Bingo Terminology

Closed Bingo

The caller is required to close all games. Once the caller has verbally closed a game it can no longer be played for. If a player indicated that he or she had a bingo after it has been closed the player is not able to win. It is the player's responsibility that the caller hear the player. If you have a physical ailment that prevents a player from stopping the game the player should always inform the caller prior to the start of the session.

Cutting Book

Cutting a book is when a player physically cuts a book in order to either share with another player, or play each section at a different session. This is not an accepted method of play.

Splitting or Sharing a Book

Splitting a book is when two or more players are using the same book, even though some sized books are sold in two sections, it is not an accepted method of play.

Gambling Help

For most people gaming is fun and entertaining, but for some - around 2 to 4% - gambling can become an addiction. People with gambling problems may develop financial difficulties and often neglect family, business and personal responsibilities. This often leads to stress on the family and on personal relationships and careers. If you think you may have a gambling problem or know someone who does, there is free help available.

Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline

For help with problem gambling call The Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-888-230-3505 or visit www.opgh.on.ca.

Responsible Gambling Council (Ontario)

For additional information on problem gambling, visit www.responsiblegambling.org.

Proof of Citizenship (Crossing the Border)
Crossing the border at the Bluewater Bridge is easy.  However, American visitors coming to Canada may be asked to prove citizenship with either a passport, birth, baptismal or naturalization certificate.

Canadian Customs (Sarnia) (519) 383-1460	U.S. Customs (Port Huron) (810) 985-9541
Canadian Immigration (Sarnia) (519) 464-5000	U.S. Immigration (Port Huron) (810) 982-0133