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Meet Avery Thompson: Your Trusted Guide to Canadian Online Casinos

Yep, I finally did it.

Happy Friday! Landed here? Guessing you want to know who's behind all these reviews. That'd be me-Avery Thompson. I keep things blunt: real experience, real advice, and a healthy dose of Canadian skepticism. What you'll get here? My honest takes, the good, the bad, and, sometimes, the weird.

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Skip ahead: Who I am • What I know • My picks • How to reach me (or just scroll down, your call!)

Professional Identification

Hey, it's Avery Thompson here-a casino blogger and resident iGaming nerd from Montreal, QC.

I've been poking around Canadian casino sites for years-sometimes for fun, sometimes for research, always with a skeptical eye. Seriously, I've lost count of how many terms and conditions I've had to squint at. My job? Basically, I test, poke, and try to break every casino I review for stay-casino-ca.com. If it's confusing or sketchy, you'll hear about it. No fluff.

Expertise and Credentials

Let's get real about my background. I've spent years tearing apart digital slots and following every licensing update-sometimes with a coffee, sometimes with a groan. I started out reviewing casinos for Canadian comparison sites, forever chasing that sweet spot between player safety and the latest regulatory curveball. I graduated from Université de Montréal with a Communications degree and sprinkled in some digital risk management and consumer protection courses. (Honestly, those come in handy more often than you'd think.)

Here's a taste of what I've done-warts and all:

  • I've cranked out a couple hundred reviews (yep, lost sleep over some of them). Took the CGA's training last year-good stuff, actually. And I chat with payment and casino folks all the time-sometimes over poutine.
  • Wrote reviews? Tons. Trained in responsible gambling? You bet. I stay plugged in-if there's a new rule or payment thing, someone in the industry group DMs me about it.

If a casino's sketchy, I'll say it. Been burned before-learned my lesson the hard way. Now I double-check everything so you don't have to. I've made mistakes so you don't have to. If a site's slow to pay or dodgy with support, it's off my list-no exceptions.

Specialization Areas

Here's where I get nerdy:

  • Online slots, table games, and live dealer platforms that actually cater to Canadians
  • Bonuses? Some are sweet, some are traps. I'll spell it out-no surprises.
  • Digging into software providers and making sure RNG fairness is legit
  • Full reviews of payment methods-Interac (a true Canadian classic), MuchBetter, crypto, and more
  • Player verification and KYC at Curacao-licensed casinos (a must for cross-border sites)
  • Canadian gambling age rules and how local compliance works in different provinces

You want fast withdrawals? Me too-nothing's worse than waiting for your winnings. And don't even get me started on confusing bonus rules... I've had a few rants about those. Honestly, if a site drags its feet with payouts or hides things in the fine print, I'm out. I'm happy to dig so you don't have to.

Achievements and Publications

Payment headaches? Wrote a guide. Bonus confusion? Broke that down too. And if you're lost on app stuff, check my reviews. I've covered everything from payment horror stories to bonus fine print. If you've got a casino question, odds are I've written about it (or ranted about it).

Sometimes, I get lost in the weeds on bonus rules-then I realize, 'Wait, most players just want the bottom line!' So I try to cut the jargon. At first, I used to gloss over the fine print. Not anymore. A few close calls (and angry emails from readers) taught me to dig deep.

Mission and Values

Look, my main rule? Don't BS people. I've seen too many sites gloss over the risks-so I'm blunt, even if it's not shiny marketing. I stick to the facts, and if I screw up, I own it. Responsible gambling isn't just a 'value'-it's how I keep my friends (and myself) out of trouble.

  • Honesty first-no sugarcoating, no hidden agendas
  • Constant advocacy for responsible gambling (see Responsible Gaming)
  • Full transparency about affiliate relationships and how I review
  • Meticulous fact-checking and regular content refreshes (last update: November 2025)
  • Commitment to Canadian legal compliance and age verification standards

If a casino's sketchy or slow? I'll call it out-no sugarcoating. Had to do that a few times, and I don't regret it. Not every site makes the cut. I've flagged a bunch for shoddy support or weird payment delays-my DMs prove it.

Regional Expertise

Quebec's got its own quirks, trust me. I've spent late nights figuring out what Curacao licenses actually mean for us. And don't get me started on taxes-my accountant's probably sick of me. Interac's huge here, but e-wallets are catching up. And if you've tried to get paid in both French and English, you know the struggle.

When something big changes, I scramble to update the site-sometimes I miss a beat, but I try to stay on top. I do my best to keep up, but if you spot something out of date, shoot me an email. I'm not perfect!

Personal Touch

Blackjack's my jam-had my first win at a sketchy online table at 2am (don't recommend). Still, it's the suspense that hooks me. And yeah, I've blown my budget once or twice, so I know how easy it is to get carried away. I'm a sucker for blackjack-I once played ten hands in a row and lost eight. Still fun, though! Just a reminder: it's entertainment, not a money plan.

Quick PSA: If gambling stops being fun-been there, honestly-take a break. There's help here in Canada, and it's okay to reach out. Look, I've had nights where things felt off. If that's you, don't tough it out alone-there's a ton of support, and you deserve it.

Work Examples

Want to see my reviews in the wild? Check out my bonus breakdowns-someone once said they saved enough for a double-double at Timmies. The payments guide? Born out of my own frustration with slow cashouts. You'll find everything from rants about slow withdrawals to tips for getting your first app download right. My FAQ? Basically, it's what my friends ask me at pub night.

Got a few DMs from folks who dodged bad bonuses thanks to my rants. That's why I keep tinkering with these guides-nothing's more satisfying than saving someone a headache. A couple readers once told me my payment reviews helped them get paid faster-makes the late nights worth it, honestly.

Contact Information

Got a question? Or found a typo I missed (happens more than I'd like)? Shoot me a note-promise I won't ghost you. Hit me up if you spot a screw-up or want a review on your favourite site. I check my inbox between hockey games and coffee runs.

I read every message and do my best to reply within 1-2 business days. Transparency and accountability are at the core of how I work, so don't hesitate to reach out if you need clarification or just want to share your feedback.

Last updated: November 2025

Professional headshot goes here - friendly, approachable, and ready to help Canadian players make smarter choices online.

Just to be clear-I don't run a casino. If you want to talk real-life gambling ups and downs, or need help, check out my resources page-it's got the good, the bad, and the honest. FYI: I review, I rant, I don't run a casino. Gambling's risky, so if you're worried, my Responsible Gaming page is always open.

Sometimes I ramble (sorry, not sorry)-but hey, that's how you get the good stories. By the way, if you're ever stuck on a weird wagering term, shoot me a DM-sometimes even I get tripped up.