About Sarah Thompson

Lead Casino Industry Analyst

Sarah Thompson

Background

Sarah Thompson is a Toronto-based gambling industry analyst with over 8 years of experience covering online casinos in Canada. After a decade in financial services, she pivoted to iGaming journalism in 2016 and hasn't looked back.

Sarah has reviewed over 100 online casinos, tested countless slots and table games, and built a reputation for calling out operators who don't pay on time. Her mission? Cutting through the marketing fluff to help Canadian players find casinos that are actually worth their time.

Expertise

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Payment Analysis

Deep expertise in Canadian payment methods including Interac e-Transfer, iDebit, Instadebit, and cryptocurrency options. Sarah personally tests deposit and withdrawal processes at every casino she reviews.

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Regulatory Knowledge

Comprehensive understanding of the Canadian gambling landscape, including provincial regulations, offshore licensing, and player protection standards.

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Bonus Evaluation

Specialized in dissecting bonus terms and wagering requirements. Sarah reads the fine print so you don't have to, identifying genuinely valuable offers versus marketing traps.

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Game Testing

Hands-on experience with thousands of slots, table games, and live dealer offerings. Focus on RTP verification, game fairness, and overall player experience.

Career Timeline

2016Career Pivot

Transitioned from financial services to iGaming journalism

2018Industry Recognition

Published first comprehensive Interac casino guide for Canadian players

2020Crypto Expansion

Expanded coverage to include cryptocurrency payment analysis

2022Investigative Work

Recognized for investigative reporting on slow-paying operators

2024Interac Casinos

Joined InteracCasinos.org as Lead Analyst

Review Philosophy

"I believe every Canadian player deserves honest, unbiased information about where they're putting their money. The gambling industry is full of flashy marketing and empty promises. My job is to separate the legitimate operators from the ones that will waste your time and money."

"I personally deposit and withdraw from every casino I review. If I wouldn't feel comfortable recommending it to a friend, it doesn't make the list."

Personal

When she's not analyzing bonus terms or arguing about RTP on gambling forums, you'll find Sarah hiking in Muskoka or watching the Leafs disappoint her yet again. She's based in Toronto and has been a proud Canadian resident for over 20 years.

Have Questions?

Want to reach out to Sarah about a review or have questions about a casino? Get in touch through our contact page.

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