Our authors and online casino experts
Onlinecasino.ca’s crack team of writers and specialists have decades of experience of iGaming and testing Canadian online casinos. With their hard-won expertise, they deliver reviews you can trust, tips and tricks to help you make the most of your bankroll, and scrupulously researched industry insights.
Meet the team and discover what fuels their passion for helping players like you.
Meet our lead authors
Our writing team is dedicated to bringing you everything you need to know about casinos, games, and the fast-evolving Canadian gaming scene. They work hard to research and test the latest online casinos and answer the questions you care about the most.
Jonathan is a seasoned copywriter and editor, with a CV that takes in household-name UK comparison brands, uSwitch and MoneySuperMarket. He’s also written for The Guardian, The Daily Mail, The Express and Metro newspapers, and the lifestyle magazines Mixmag, and Dazed and Confused.
Kayleigh is an iGaming expert with nearly a decade in the industry. Having worked with Canadian operators and leading comparison sites, she knows how online casinos really operate. Her insider knowledge helps players navigate them safely, offering clear, practical insights so they can play smart and make confident choices in a fast-moving industry.
Born and raised in Canada, Julian is a highly accomplished iGaming writer who has covered a wide range of sports and betting products over the past three years. He has written for some of the most trusted online publications in the space, including BettingTop10 and Casino.com, and is passionate about bringing accurate, helpful information to consumers in one of the world’s most rapidly changing industries.
Mitchelle is a skilled iGaming writer, who is passionate about creating precise, trustworthy, and well-researched casino content. She has over six years of experience covering online slots, table games, live dealer platforms, and payment guides. Her goal is to help players make informed decisions while exploring the world of online casinos.
Noah has worked with many of the largest affiliate brands around the world, including Spotlight Sports Group and OLBG.com, and has written for Vegas Sports Today and Daily Hive. The co-founder of iGaming content agency Duluth Media, he's extremely interested in all things SEO and online gaming and has worked hard to develop a strong knowledge of the industry. With more than five years of experience in the fast-moving online casino space, Noah has seen a lot of changes already and expects to see a lot more in years to come.
Tobi has worked for some of the world's biggest iGaming and crypto companies, including Cryptopolitan, Acctual and Sterling Savvy. With over four years of experience in online casinos and seven years of experience in the crypto industry, he has worked across five markets, including the US, Canada, and New Zealand. In 2021, he was the Editor-in-chief for Watcher Guru, where he stayed abreast of crypto content and has contributed to Casino.org, Crypto Casino Bonus and Hit Gaming.
Monica is an experienced iGaming content writer based in Malta and has worked in the gambling industry for over 10 years. Having worked with multiple major brands over the years, including Betsson and Raketech, she has gained a deep knowledge on all things casino and sports betting.
A regular contributor to gaming news sites PlayUSA and PlayCanada, as well as Bonus.com, Vanessa is a writer with a passion for crafting engaging content that connects players with the excitement of online gaming. With a deep understanding of the iGaming industry, from casino reviews and game guides to industry news and responsible gambling, Vanessa combines meticulous research with a compelling writing style.
With nearly a decade of experience writing about iGaming and sports, former-assistant sports editor and national newspaper journalist Richard certainly knows a thing or two about the betting industry. Over the years, he's worked with the likes of Gentoo, Blexr, Casumo, Catena, Leo Vegas, Casino.com, Game Lounge, 888Sport, and Best Betting Sites. You’ll often find him getting stuck into the latest slot games, testing out the freshest casinos, or diving deep into the latest sporting stats.
Rhianna was introduced to the world of iGaming while still a student, studying for a year abroad in Malta. In the subsequent years, she has written close to a thousand articles about sports betting, iGaming, sweepstakes gaming and more for the likes of World Sports Network and Gain Changer. Rhianna has spent hundreds of hours playing games online, exploring new sites, and steadily becoming an expert in the field.
Tiernan began working in copywriting full time in 2020. Over the years, he found himself becoming more drawn to the world of iGaming, building up clients and contacts within the industry, and becoming an expert on the world of both online casinos and sports betting. A regular contributor to Worlds Sports Network, in recent years Tiernan has been immersed in North American casinos and the exploding sweepstakes casino space.
Our industry experts and commentators
Alongside Onlinecasino.ca’s lead writers, industry experts and fact-checkers play a key role in maintaining editorial standards. Most importantly, they ensure all the information across our site is accurate, so you can make really informed gaming decisions.
But that’s not all. They also keep you up to date with the latest casino trends and news from Canada and give you the benefit of their experience with top tips for players. With their keen eye for detail and expansive knowledge of the key players in the Canada casino market, you can always count on our experts to keep you informed.
Mark is a seasoned journalist, having worked as a writer and editor for Toronto daily newspapers, and then transitioned to the digital arena, covering both sports and business. Over the past few years, he moved over to the gaming arena, specifically covering the iGaming industry in Canada for Casino.org, Gambling.com, and Bookies.com, as well as writing on sports betting.
Stephen is a published author and authority in the world of casino strategies, creating and explaining systems that reduce risk and improve profitability. Born in London, Stephen has spent nearly three decades honing his expertise in number combinations and pattern recognition. He is the mind behind a number of strategy books including the "Ultimate Baccarat Winning Strategy" series, "The Clockwork Betting System", "The Martingale-Tabone Fusion Betting System", and "Decoding Roulette: Two Winning Roulette Systems".
Our mission
We’re committed to making online casino play in Canada clearer, smarter, and safer. That’s why our team focuses on what really matters: trustworthy operators, fair games, and bonuses that work for you.
Stick with us and we’ll highlight the best new-release games, help you compare offers, and show you how to spot a casino that’s worth your time and your bankroll.
How we work at OnlineCasino.ca
Every piece of content here is grounded in independent research and hands-on testing. We explore casinos and games the way real players do, digging into details like security, payouts, support, and game quality. The result? Straightforward, honest insights you can trust before you play.
What sets us apart?
Hands-on testing. We dive deep into Canadian-licensed platforms, running them through rigorous checks so nothing is overlooked.
Reviews written by real players, for real players. We only recommend casinos we would play at ourselves.
Up-to-date insights. From industry news to regulatory changes, we keep you informed so you’re always a step ahead.
Everything we publish has one purpose: to ensure you play with confidence and peace of mind.
How we rate online casinos
Before we recommend a casino site, we make sure it meets our exacting standards. We put each operator through a rigorous review process, making sure to test every key facet from security to fairness.
Your safety is our number-one priority. For that reason we’ll only endorse online casinos that hold a valid gambling license from a reputable authority, such as the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), or the Kahnawake Gaming Commission. These organizations ensure that the casino meets high standards for fairness and safety. We also check that the casino games on offer have been tested by independent auditors like eCOGRA or iTech Labs and use Random Number Generators (RNGs) to guarantee that all game outcomes are fair and unbiased.
When it comes to bonuses, we read the small print so you don’t have to. That means we’ll make sure each offer features achievable and clear wagering requirements, such as high winning caps, reasonable time limits and industry-standard wagering requirements (around 30-40x). We award extra points to casinos that have bonuses designed to reward returning players with VIP programs, loyalty schemes and ongoing promos. Whether you're looking for free spins, deposit match bonuses or a higher withdrawal limit and personalized account manager, our top-rated casinos won't disappoint.
We like playing on the go just as much as you. Our team tests each casino to ensure it offers seamless gaming across all devices, as well as lag-free gameplay, user-friendly interfaces and smooth navigation. Many casinos also provide native mobile apps for iOS or Android smartphones or tablets. These enhance your mobile experience with push notifications, quicker access and exclusive mobile bonuses.
We only endorse high-quality casinos with a diverse and regularly-updated games library, powered by industry-leading software providers such as NetEnt, Microgaming, Pragmatic Play, and Evolution. Whether you like spinning the reels on popular slot machines, beating the dealer to 21, rolling the dice in craps or experiencing the thrill of immersive live casino games, the operators we choose will keep you entertained for hours.
Making a casino deposit and withdrawal should be stress-free, safe and easy. That's why we search for and recommend casinos that offer around 10-15 Canadian-friendly banking options across a variety of methods, including credit/debit cards (Visa and Mastercard), e-wallets (MuchBetter and Payz), prepaid cards (Paysafecard), and bank transfers (Interac). We also highly value casinos that also support cryptocurrencies, like Bitcoin, Litecoin or Ethereum.
While the payment method you choose can determine how quickly you'll get your money (e-wallets are the fastest, taking only a few hours), we look for casinos that specialize in fast withdrawals to make sure you're not waiting too long for your cash. JustCasino, Vegas Now and Cashed all process withdrawals in around 24 hours.
Good customer service can make or break a top online casino. To ensure you're getting the support you merit, we thoroughly check a casino's contact options and response times and ensure they offer live chat, email and phone support and feature an easy-to-find FAQ section. Our team takes player feedback and complaints seriously too, and factors in user review scores to assess how well casinos treat their customers.
Our commitment to safe play
Online gaming should stay fun. We champion responsible gambling and partner only with licensed operators offering the tools players need to stay safe: limits, reality checks, and immediate support.
If you ever feel gaming is affecting your life, help isn’t far away. You can reach out to one of these organizations for assistance:
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