How We Rate

Our Review Methodology at Cca2020

At Cca2020.com, every casino review published on this site is the result of a structured, hands-on evaluation process carried out by Marcus Tremblay. This page explains exactly how that process works, what criteria we measure, how we weight each factor, and why Canadian players can trust the scores and recommendations you find here.

We believe you deserve full transparency about how a site earns its rating. No guesswork, no copy-paste summaries from casino press releases — just honest, independent analysis built on real testing.

Step-by-Step: How Marcus Tremblay Reviews a Casino

Step 1 — Initial Screening

Before investing significant time in a full review, Marcus checks whether the casino holds a recognised licence valid for Canadian players and whether it has a documented history of paying withdrawals on time. Sites that fail this basic filter are not reviewed further.

Step 2 — Account Registration

Marcus creates a real player account using his own personal details. This allows him to experience the sign-up flow exactly as a Canadian player would in 2026, including identity verification steps and welcome bonus eligibility.

Step 3 — Deposit and Gameplay Testing

A real deposit is made using payment methods popular in Canada — including Interac, credit cards, and crypto where available. Marcus plays a representative sample of slots, table games, and live dealer titles to assess game quality, loading speed, and fairness indicators.

Step 4 — Withdrawal Request

Because fast withdrawals are the core focus of Cca2020, Marcus submits a real withdrawal request and records the exact time from request to funds received. This is the most critical test in our methodology and directly influences the final score.

Step 5 — Bonus Evaluation

The welcome bonus and any ongoing promotions are reviewed against their full terms and conditions. Marcus pays specific attention to wagering requirements, game restrictions, maximum withdrawal limits, and time limits.

Step 6 — Customer Support Contact

Marcus contacts the support team through at least two channels — typically live chat and email — to evaluate response time, accuracy of answers, and overall helpfulness.

Step 7 — Mobile Testing

The casino is accessed on a mobile browser and, where available, a dedicated app. Marcus tests navigation, game availability, and whether withdrawals can be initiated and completed on a mobile device.

Step 8 — Scoring and Final Write-Up

Each criterion is scored individually, weighted according to our rating framework (detailed below), and combined into a final score out of 10. The written review is then completed based on notes gathered throughout the testing process.

Our Rating Criteria and Weightings

Every casino reviewed on Cca2020.com is scored across six core categories. The table below shows each category and the weight it carries in the overall score.

Category	Weighting	What We Measure
Licensing & Safety	25%	Valid licence, responsible gambling tools, SSL encryption, fairness certifications
Bonuses & Promotions	20%	Bonus value, wagering requirements, terms fairness, ongoing promotions
Game Selection	20%	Number of titles, software providers, live casino quality, RTP availability
Payment Methods	15%	Withdrawal speed, Canadian-friendly options, fees, deposit and withdrawal limits
Customer Support	10%	Response time, availability hours, quality of assistance
Mobile Experience	10%	App or browser performance, game availability on mobile, mobile withdrawal functionality

Our Rating Scale Explained

Final scores are expressed on a 1 to 10 scale, calculated by combining the weighted scores from each category above. Here is how to interpret the scores you see on our site:

9.0 – 10.0 — Outstanding: Among the very best options for Canadian players. Excels in nearly every category.
7.5 – 8.9 — Excellent: A strong, well-rounded casino with only minor weaknesses.
6.0 – 7.4 — Good: Solid overall but with one or more areas that fall short of top-tier standards.
4.0 – 5.9 — Average: Meets basic standards but has notable limitations worth considering before signing up.
Below 4.0 — Not Recommended: Significant concerns identified during testing. We advise Canadian players to look elsewhere.

How Cca2020 Stays Unbiased

Independence is something Marcus Tremblay takes seriously. Here is how Cca2020 maintains editorial integrity:

No paid placements: Casinos cannot pay to improve their score or ranking on this site. Affiliate relationships, where they exist, do not influence ratings.
Real money testing: Marcus uses his own funds during every review. There are no complimentary accounts or special treatment from operators.
Scores are not negotiated: Operators are never shown scores before publication, and no score has ever been changed at an operator's request.
Regular re-evaluation: Previously reviewed casinos are revisited when significant changes occur — such as a change in ownership, new licence status, or player complaints flagged by the community.
Transparent corrections: If an error is found in a published review, it is corrected promptly and noted within the article.

About the Reviewer

Marcus Tremblay is the author and owner of Cca2020.com. Based in Canada, he has spent years studying the online gambling industry with a particular focus on withdrawal processing times and player protection standards in the Canadian market. Every review published on this site carries his name because he personally conducted the testing behind it.

If you have questions about our methodology or want to report an issue with a casino we have reviewed, you are welcome to reach out through the contact page at cca2020.com.

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