Last updated: May 2026 — David Carruthers, Boutiqueaquatile
Every Interac casino review published on boutiqueaquatile.com follows a structured, repeatable methodology built by David Carruthers. This page explains exactly how we evaluate Canadian online casinos, how we weight each criterion, and why Canadian players can trust our scores to reflect real-world experience rather than marketing copy.
David Carruthers personally tests every casino before a review is published on this site. That means creating a real player account, completing the registration process, depositing funds using Interac, playing a cross-section of games, triggering bonus terms, contacting customer support with genuine questions, and processing a withdrawal. No casino on this site is rated based on press releases, operator-supplied information alone, or second-hand accounts. If David has not personally gone through the full player journey on a given site in 2026, that site does not receive a rating here.
David has spent over a decade analysing the Canadian online gambling market, with a specific focus on Interac payment flows, provincial licensing shifts, and the practical experience of everyday Canadian players. That depth of background informs every score on boutiqueaquatile.com.
Each casino is scored across six core categories. The categories are not weighted equally because they do not matter equally to Canadian players. The table below shows each category and the share of the final score it contributes.
| Category | Weight |
|---|---|
| Licensing & Safety | 25% |
| Bonuses & Promotions | 20% |
| Game Selection | 20% |
| Payment Methods | 15% |
| Customer Support | 10% |
| Mobile Experience | 10% |
This is the single most important category. David checks the issuing authority, the licence number, and the date of issue. Casinos holding current licences from regulators such as the Kahnawake Gaming Commission, the Malta Gaming Authority, or the UK Gambling Commission score highest. We also verify SSL encryption standards, responsible gambling tools available to Canadian residents, and whether the operator maintains segregated player funds.
David reads every line of the bonus terms before scoring this category. Key factors include the headline bonus value, wagering requirements, game contribution percentages, maximum bet limits during play-through, and the time window for completion. A large bonus headline paired with punishing fine print scores lower than a modest offer with fair, transparent conditions.
We assess the total catalogue size, the variety of game types — slots, table games, live dealer, and specialty — and the reputation of software providers supplying the library. We also note how quickly new titles are added and whether demo play is available without requiring a deposit.
Because boutiqueaquatile.com focuses specifically on Interac casinos, this category examines how smoothly Interac deposits and withdrawals function in practice. David tests actual transaction times, checks for hidden fees, and confirms minimum and maximum limits. Other Canadian-friendly methods such as Instadebit and credit cards are noted as supplementary options.
David contacts support through at least two channels — typically live chat and email — and asks questions that require genuine knowledge rather than scripted answers. Response time, accuracy, and tone all factor into the score. Casinos offering 24/7 live chat staffed by knowledgeable agents score highest in this category.
All casinos are accessed on a mobile device to assess page load speed, layout responsiveness, touch-screen navigation, and whether Interac transactions can be completed without switching to a desktop browser. A dedicated app, where available, is evaluated alongside the browser experience.
Final scores are expressed on a scale of 1 to 10. Here is what each band means for Canadian players:
boutiqueaquatile.com earns revenue through affiliate commissions paid by some of the casinos reviewed on this site. This is standard practice across casino review publishing. However, the following safeguards keep our editorial output independent of those commercial relationships:
If you have a question about our methodology or want to flag something you have experienced at a casino we have rated, you can reach David directly through the contact page on boutiqueaquatile.com.