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New study ordered on B.C.'s problem gamblers13 May 2007VICTORIA, British Columbia -- As reported by CBC News: "The B.C. government is commissioning a new study on problem gambling, a week after CBC News reported that casino employees often encounter distressed gamblers, and some who are aggressive or threatening. "A proposal call has been issued for a contractor to survey the prevalence of problem gambling, to compare it to other jurisdictions and recommend ways to address the problems. "The last survey of its kind — carried out several years ago — showed 4.6 per cent of the B.C. population could be considered problem gamblers. "Since then, legal gambling opportunities in the province have grown, with more places to play slot machines and more lotteries available online..." |