Last updated: May 2026 — Marcus Tremblay, Cliniquesanteimpulsion
```htmlAt Cliniquesanteimpulsion, every casino review you read is the result of a structured, hands-on evaluation process carried out by our lead reviewer, Marcus Tremblay. Marcus personally registers an account, makes real deposits, tests games, contacts support, and requests withdrawals before a single word is written. This page explains exactly how we assess new online casinos available to Canadian players in 2026, so you always know what our scores actually mean.
The Canadian online casino market is growing rapidly. New platforms launch every month, each making bold promises about bonuses, game libraries, and payout speeds. Without a consistent, transparent framework, it is impossible to compare sites fairly or protect players from misleading marketing. Our methodology exists to cut through the noise and deliver honest, comparable scores based on real experience — not press releases or affiliate talking points.
Before spending a single minute on a platform, Marcus confirms its regulatory status. Only casinos holding a valid licence from a recognised authority — such as the Malta Gaming Authority, the UK Gambling Commission, or a comparable body accepted in Canada — advance to a full review. Unlicensed platforms are flagged immediately and removed from consideration.
Marcus creates a genuine player account using Canadian credentials. He documents the registration process, noting how long identity verification takes and whether the process is straightforward or unnecessarily intrusive. A smooth, secure onboarding experience is recorded; friction and delays are noted as negatives.
Welcome bonuses and ongoing promotions are claimed exactly as a real player would claim them. Marcus reads every line of the terms and conditions, paying close attention to wagering requirements, game contribution rates, maximum bet rules, and withdrawal caps. A generous headline bonus with punishing small print scores poorly.
Marcus samples a cross-section of the game library — slots from multiple software providers, live dealer tables, table games, and any speciality titles — to evaluate software quality, load times, fairness certifications, and variety. He checks whether games are available in free-play mode and whether the return-to-player (RTP) figures are disclosed.
A real deposit and a real withdrawal are completed. Marcus records the available methods relevant to Canadian players, including Interac, credit cards, e-wallets, and cryptocurrency options where applicable. Processing times, fees, and minimum/maximum limits are all documented from direct experience.
Support is contacted via every available channel — live chat, email, and phone where offered — at different times of day. Marcus evaluates response speed, the accuracy of answers, and the overall professionalism of the support team.
The casino is accessed on both iOS and Android devices. Marcus assesses whether a dedicated app is available, how the mobile browser version performs, and whether the full game library and account features are accessible on smaller screens.
All findings are compiled into a weighted score. Marcus then writes the review in full, ensuring the final text reflects genuine test results rather than marketing material supplied by the operator.
| Criteria | Weighting | What We Assess |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing and Safety | 25% | Valid licence, data encryption, responsible gambling tools, player fund protection |
| Bonuses and Promotions | 20% | Bonus value, wagering fairness, transparency of terms, ongoing promotions |
| Game Selection | 20% | Library size, software providers, live casino quality, RTP disclosure |
| Payment Methods | 15% | Canadian-friendly options, withdrawal speed, fees, deposit and withdrawal limits |
| Customer Support | 10% | Availability, response times, quality of assistance, channels offered |
| Mobile Experience | 10% | App availability, browser performance, feature parity on mobile devices |
Every casino reviewed on Cliniquesanteimpulsion receives a final score on a scale of 1 to 10, calculated from the weighted criteria above.
Independence is the foundation of everything we publish. Marcus Tremblay maintains full editorial control over every review and score. Casinos cannot pay to improve their rating, request edits to factual findings, or influence the outcome of a review in any way. While Cliniquesanteimpulsion may earn referral commissions when readers sign up via our links, this commercial arrangement has zero effect on scoring. A casino that compensates us generously will still receive a low score if it fails our tests — and that score will be published in full.
We also update our reviews regularly. If a casino's quality improves or declines after initial publication, Marcus revisits the platform and revises the score accordingly. Our readers in Canada deserve current information, not outdated ratings that no longer reflect a site's real performance.
If you have questions about how a specific casino was evaluated, or if you believe a review needs to be updated based on new information, you are welcome to reach out directly. Transparency is not just a principle we write about — it is how Cliniquesanteimpulsion operates every day.
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