Last updated: May 2026 — Marcus Tremblay, Desidecor

How We Rate New Online Casinos: Our Review Methodology

At Desidecor, every casino review you read on desidecor.ca is the result of a thorough, hands-on evaluation process carried out by Marcus Tremblay. We believe Canadian players deserve honest, accurate, and independent information before depositing real money at any new online casino in 2026. This page explains exactly how we assess each site, what criteria matter most, and why you can trust our scores.

Who Reviews the Casinos

All reviews on Desidecor are written and verified by Marcus Tremblay, the site's founder and lead reviewer. Marcus personally creates an account, makes a real-money deposit, claims the welcome bonus, plays a selection of games, and tests the support team at every casino before a single word of the review is published. No casino is rated based on marketing materials, press releases, or information supplied by operators. Every score reflects a genuine, first-hand experience.

Our Step-by-Step Review Process

To keep evaluations consistent and fair, Marcus follows the same structured process for every new casino reviewed on desidecor.ca:

Rating Criteria and Weightings

Each casino receives a final score out of 10, calculated from six weighted categories. Here is how each category contributes to the overall score:

Category Weighting What We Assess
Licensing & Safety 25% Valid licence, SSL encryption, responsible gambling tools, fair play certification
Bonuses & Promotions 20% Bonus value, wagering requirements, terms fairness, ongoing promotions
Game Selection 20% Number of titles, software providers, live casino quality, new game updates
Payment Methods 15% CAD support, deposit and withdrawal options, payout speed, transaction fees
Customer Support 10% Availability, response time, quality of answers, contact channels
Mobile Experience 10% App or browser performance, game availability on mobile, navigation ease

Understanding Our Rating Scale

Every casino on Desidecor receives a score from 1 to 10. Here is what each range means for Canadian players:

How Desidecor Stays Unbiased

Independence is the foundation of everything we publish. Desidecor operates entirely independently from casino operators. While we may earn referral commissions when players click links and register at reviewed casinos, this commercial relationship never influences our scores or written conclusions. A casino that pays a higher commission does not receive a higher rating. Every score is determined solely by the weighted criteria above.

Marcus Tremblay funds all test deposits personally and does not accept free credits, promotional accounts, or sponsored content from operators. If a casino asks for editorial control or requests changes to a negative review, the site is flagged and that request is disclosed. Our editorial standards are reviewed annually to ensure they remain current with industry developments and the expectations of Canadian players in 2026.

Keeping Reviews Current

New online casinos change quickly. Bonus terms are updated, new games are added, and licences can lapse. Marcus revisits each published review on a regular basis to verify that the information remains accurate. A last reviewed date is displayed on every review page so you always know how recent the information is.

If you have a question about our methodology or want to report outdated information, you are welcome to reach out through the contact page at desidecor.ca.