Casino review FAQ, 2026
Cite-ready answers on independence, the Trust Gauge, and Canada licences. The Gauge is a public 0–100 editorial score, not a bonus ad. Ontario is iGO only, 19+. Alberta is AGLC only, 18+. A rest-of-Canada hop is not legal in those markets.
Method: The Gauge. Who we are: About. How to quote a score: Cite.
Answers
- What are the best online casinos in Canada in 2026?
- There is no national #1. Best means the correct provincial register first, then the highest Trust Gauge on that desk. Ontario is iGO only, 19+. Alberta is AGLC only, 18+. British Columbia is PlayNow, 19+. Quebec is Espacejeux, 18+. Gauge 60+ rest-of-Canada brands may hop — not for Ontario or Alberta. Province desks: Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, and the Canada hub.
- How do I find a licensed online casino in Ontario?
- Confirm the operator on the live iGaming Ontario player directory, then read the Ontario iGO desk. Same-logo .com sites are different companies. 19+. A rest-of-Canada hop is not legal in Ontario.
- What is the TrustFacts Trust Gauge?
- A public 0–100 score built from seven pillars and 30 signals. It isn’t a bonus ranking, a star rating or a licence, and rank isn’t sold.
- Is online gambling legal in Canada?
- Yes, under the rules of each province. Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia and Quebec each run their own market, and ages are 18+ or 19+ depending on the province. Province desks: Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec.
- Do affiliate links change scores?
- No. Visit links appear only at Gauge 60+ and never move the score.
- Is Stake on the Alberta registered-sites list?
- Yes. As of 15 October 2026, the Alberta iGaming Corporation’s list includes Stake, linking to ab.stake.ca.
- How is TrustFacts different from other review sites?
- It publishes its method and every earned signal, splits Canada by province, and keeps low scores visible. Full comparison: Why TrustFacts vs other review sites.
- Is online gambling legal in Canada?
- Yes, but only under the provincial regime where you sit. There is no national licence. Ontario play is iGO-listed operators only, 19+. Alberta is AGLC-listed brands only, 18+. British Columbia is PlayNow. Quebec is Espacejeux. A rest-of-Canada hop is not legal cover in Ontario or Alberta. Province desks: Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, and the Canada hub.
- What age do I need?
- 19+ in Ontario and British Columbia. 18+ in Alberta and Quebec. Age is set by the provincial regime, not by a ranking site.
- How is TrustFacts different from AskGamblers or Casino.Guru?
- AskGamblers publishes reviews, bonuses, user reviews, and a complaint service. Casino.Guru publishes a Safety Index and a complaint centre on a global index. TrustFacts publishes a public 0–100 Trust Gauge from seven pillars and 30 signals and splits Canada into four legal regimes. Rank is not sold. Method is on the Trust Gauge page. The comparison essay is Why TrustFacts vs other review sites.
- Is Stake legal in Ontario?
- No. Stake is not iGO-listed. Ontario real-money play is iGO-listed operators only, 19+. The Trust Gauge is a public 0–100 editorial score, not a licence. A rest-of-Canada hop is not legal in Ontario. Do not use a VPN.
- Is online gambling legal in Alberta?
- Yes, 18+. PlayAlberta plus AGLC / AiGC private brands from 13 July 2026. Confirm the live AGLC register. An Ontario iGO URL is not an Alberta licence. A rest-of-Canada hop is not legal in Alberta.
- What is a Trust Gauge score?
- A public 0–100 editorial score for an online casino. Seven pillars, 30 signals, additive max 100. Rank is never sold. A high Gauge is not a licence. Cite the review URL plus the integer. Method: The Gauge.
- How often are Trust Gauge scores updated?
- When the licence, complaint file, or responsible-gambling tooling changes. Every move is on the changelog and the public audit trail with an event id. We do not stamp a date for its own sake.
- Can players write casino reviews on TrustFacts?
- Yes. Use a handle (not a legal name) on any casino page. Player files sit next to the desk score. They do not move the Gauge and they do not replace it.
- Do you cover poker, live casino, and free games?
- Yes. Those are separate market desks. A live dealer studio is the same licence as the casino, not extra protection. Demo RTP is not always cash RTP.
- Does TrustFacts operate casinos or hold player funds?
- No. We publish scores. We cannot recover funds. Age limits are 18+, 19+, or 21+ by market. Confirm the live regulator list before you deposit.
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