About Samantha Tremblay - Canadian Online Casino Expert & Europa Palace Casino Reviewer

2. How'd I Get Into This?

Looking back, jumping into the gambling world out of Quebec was a bit of a leap-didn't realize how wild the rules were at first. Took me a while to figure out what 'compliance' even meant.

I've got a comms degree from UQAM-don't worry, I still mess up my commas sometimes.

I've completed advanced training on responsible gambling, player protection standards, and compliance in iGaming, and I'm an active member of the Canadian Gaming Association. I try to stay sharp-so yeah, always digging for updates on audits and payment stuff.

Before europalace.bet, I wrote for a bunch of casino sites. Some pieces I'm proud of-some not so much (don't ask about the bingo review).

3. What Do Folks Ask Me About Most?

For what it's worth, I started out obsessed with slots, but then live blackjack happened. Funny how these things go.

• Been through more slots and blackjack tables than I'd like to admit-but hey, someone's gotta test 'em all.
• Canadian regs? They're a maze. Got lost a couple times, but figured it out.
• Interac, e-wallets, you name it-I've probably cursed at one of them for being slow.
• Casino apps-some smooth, others crash. Ask me about my worst commute-to-Vegas experience.
• I nag about responsible gambling more than my mom does-because I've seen what happens when folks don't take it seriously.

4. What Have I Actually Done?

Over my career, I've published more than 150 articles and casino reviews-some came out cleaner than others. You'll spot plenty of warnings and complaints-sometimes too many. If I've missed something, let me know, I want these guides to actually work for you.

I've also presented at regional iGaming webinars, sharing stories (and a few rants) on player safety and compliance for folks from coast to coast. Staying plugged into the Canadian Gaming Association means my info's fresh, but every time I think I've got the rules down, a new twist pops up. Keeps me on my toes-sometimes nervously!

Not every casino passed the sniff test-some still make me shake my head. I've flagged those, too.

5. Why Do I Bother?

I get a kick out of digging through bonus rules-everyone's got their quirks, right?

Every review I write... well, I try to keep it honest. If it's risky, I call it out-even if the ad guys roll their eyes.

• If something seems shady, I'll say so. That's the deal.
• I nag about responsible gambling more than I'd care to admit-see my Responsible Gaming page for a real talk.
• No dancing around affiliations-I spell things out, even the awkward bits.
• Regulations and casino quirks can flip overnight. If I've missed an update, holler.
• Whether you're in Toronto, Vancouver, or out east, the payments I check actually work (after a few choice words at my bank, sometimes).

6. QC Roots, Local Know-How

Based in Quebec, I've got my ear to the ground when it comes to local gambling laws-trust me, every province likes to throw a curveball. My network stretches from Kahnawake to out west, so if there's a new regulation or some east-coast trickiness, I probably heard the rumour first.

I think I've tested every payment method-even the ones I can barely pronounce. Some work better than others (my bank account knows the pain). No payment method is perfect. I once waited three days for a transfer-don't get me started.

I didn't always think casino bonuses were worth the hassle, but after seeing how folks actually use them? Changed my tune. Early on, I was pretty skeptical about crypto payments-guess what, now I use them myself.

7. Good, Bad, and Just Plain Canadian

Few things beat the buzz of a Saturday-night blackjack session-especially if there's a Timbits run after. Live dealer blackjack? It's my winter distraction. Wouldn't trade that feeling (unless my team's playing, then all bets are off).

Maybe I overthink the details now and then-eh, no one's perfect. Fun fact: my very first casino article had five typos I didn't even spot until it went live. Oops.

Look, I'm not perfect, but if something seems sketchy, I'll say so. That's the deal.

8. Picks, Pans & Digressions-Some of My Work (and a Few Headaches)

• Casino Bonuses Guide - Bonuses? There's a reason "wagering requirement" is a four-letter word in our office. My guide untangles the fine print, finally.
• Canadian Payment Methods Explained - Payment methods-whether you prefer Interac or just hoard loyalty points (guilty), I've been there. You'll find my personal headaches in the write-up.
• Responsible Gaming Resource - I nag about RG more than my grandma did-because it matters. Practical advice on setting limits, self-exclusion, and real support for Canadian laws.
• Sports Betting in Canada - I used to avoid bonus offers. Then I learned the hard way-read the fine print. You don't want surprises later.
• Casino FAQ for Canadian Players - Answers to the strangest-and most common-questions I get, updated whenever I forget to take a lunch break.

Some reviews got messy-payouts glitched or bonuses vanished. You'll find those stories on my site.

I don't dance around safety. If it's sketchy, I just say it, even if I catch flak.

9. Let's Talk

Questions? Fire away. I try to answer-unless I'm losing at blackjack. (You can catch me at .)

If you're stuck on a weird withdrawal or just want to geek out over RTPs, shoot me a note-. I do eventually reply, coffee in hand.