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Brendan Ouellet

Senior Online Casino Analyst & New Platform Specialist
Brendan Ouellet is a seasoned online casino analyst with over nine years of experience evaluating new online casino platforms entering the Canadian market. Based in Vancouver, he specializes in assessing operator credibility, licensing compliance, and launch promotions tailored to Canadian players. His work has helped thousands of readers make informed decisions when exploring newly launched casino sites across regulated and emerging provincial markets.
8+
Years Experience
200+
Reviews Published
4.5 ★
Rating
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New Casino Evaluations
Expert knowledge in this area with years of hands-on experience.
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Canadian Licensing & Compliance
Expert knowledge in this area with years of hands-on experience.
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Welcome Bonus Analysis
Expert knowledge in this area with years of hands-on experience.
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Payment Methods for Canadian Players
Expert knowledge in this area with years of hands-on experience.

My Methodology

When reviewing a new online casino, I begin by verifying its licensing status through recognized authorities such as the Kahnawake Gaming Commission, the Malta Gaming Authority, and provincial regulators like iGaming Ontario

I then create real-money accounts to test the full player journey — from registration and KYC verification to deposit processing using Canadian-preferred methods like Interac, iDebit, and crypto options

I evaluate the welcome bonus structure for fair wagering requirements and assess game variety, mobile performance, and customer support responsiveness, always prioritizing factors that matter most to Canadian players

Recent Articles

New Online Casino — Expert Review 2026
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Reviewed By Our Experts

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Margaret Thiessen
Licensed iGaming Compliance Analyst & Casino Reviewer
★★★★★
June 2026
When evaluating a new online casino for Canadian players, I prioritize proper licensing from authorities like the Kahnawake Gaming Commission or the Malta Gaming Authority. The sites we recommend have passed rigorous checks for fairness, encryption standards, and responsible payout practices. Canadian players deserve transparency, and these new online casino platforms deliver exactly that.
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Raj Deshpande
Payment Systems & Banking Specialist for Canadian iGaming
★★★★★
June 2026
A new online casino must offer seamless deposit and withdrawal options tailored to Canadian players, including Interac, iDebit, and crypto alternatives. I've tested the banking speed and reliability at each recommended site, and the top-rated platforms process Canadian dollar withdrawals within 24 hours. That kind of efficiency sets a trustworthy new online casino apart from the rest.
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Chloé Marchand
Mobile Gaming UX Researcher & New Player Experience Tester
★★★★☆
June 2026
As someone who primarily plays on mobile, I look for a new online casino that loads quickly, has intuitive navigation, and offers generous welcome bonuses without buried wagering requirements. Several of the newer platforms launching for Canadian players in 2025 genuinely impress with responsive design and smooth live dealer streaming right from your phone.