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Scratch & Wins are a great stocking stuffer, but not for children and youth, says the BCLC.
Although they can seem innocent, the BCLC is reminding parents and adults that lottery products like Scratch & Wins are still forms of gambling.
“It is important that parents and adults understand the impacts associated with underage gambling and the effects that exposure can have at a young age,” says a release from the BCLC.
“Research has shown a correlation between the introduction of gambling products to those who are underage and potential problem gambling behaviour later in life.”
According to the BCLC, kids are more likely to gamble than do drugs, smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol, but it’s a topic that parents discuss with them less.
The BCLC is trying to hammer that message home this holiday season with online and social media outreach, along with digital signage at more than 3,500 lottery retailers.
They’re also encouraging parents to start a conversation with their children about the risks of gambling.