Last updated: May 2026 — Marcus Sinclair, Cliniquefocussante
```htmlAt Cliniquefocussante, every casino review you read on cliniquefocussante.com is the result of a rigorous, hands-on evaluation process carried out by Marcus Sinclair. Our goal is simple: to give Canadian players in 2026 an honest, detailed, and independent assessment of every new online casino we cover. We are not affiliated with any operator, we accept no payment for positive reviews, and we never publish a rating until Marcus has personally tested the platform himself.
This page explains exactly how that process works, what we look at, how much weight each factor carries, and how we arrive at our final scores.
Before Marcus registers an account, he researches the casino's ownership, operating history, and licensing documentation. He checks public regulatory databases and cross-references player forum discussions to flag any existing complaints or red flags. Only casinos that clear this initial screening move forward.
Marcus creates a real player account using Canadian credentials, going through the full sign-up flow exactly as any Canadian player would. He notes how long verification takes, what documents are requested, and whether the process is straightforward or unnecessarily complex.
Marcus deposits real funds and plays a cross-section of games across multiple categories. He tests slot volatility, live dealer responsiveness, table game fairness, and overall software performance. This is not simulated — every review is based on genuine play sessions.
He claims the welcome bonus and works through the wagering requirements to understand how realistic they are for everyday players. He reads every line of the terms and conditions, comparing what is advertised against what is actually delivered.
Marcus tests at least two deposit methods and initiates a real withdrawal to measure processing times and verify that payout limits match what is stated on the casino's website.
He contacts customer support through live chat, email, and where available, phone. He presents both simple and complex queries to assess response times, accuracy, and professionalism.
The full experience is repeated on a mobile device, testing both browser-based play and any dedicated app, examining performance, layout, and feature parity with the desktop version.
Once all data is gathered, Marcus applies the weighted scoring criteria below and writes the review entirely from his own findings.
Each casino is scored out of 10 points across six categories. The weighted total produces a final score out of 10, which also corresponds to a star rating displayed on every review page.
| Category | Weight | What We Evaluate |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing & Safety | 25% | Valid licence from a recognised authority (e.g. Kahnawake, MGA, UKGC), SSL encryption, responsible gambling tools, fair play certification |
| Bonuses & Promotions | 20% | Welcome offer value, wagering requirements, time limits, game restrictions, ongoing promotions, loyalty programme |
| Game Selection | 20% | Number and variety of titles, software provider quality, live casino offering, RTP transparency, new game availability |
| Payment Methods | 15% | Deposit and withdrawal options available to Canadians, processing times, fees, minimum and maximum limits, CAD support |
| Customer Support | 10% | Availability hours, response speed, quality of answers, number of contact channels |
| Mobile Experience | 10% | App or browser performance, load times, navigation, full feature access on mobile devices |
Independence is the foundation of everything we publish. Cliniquefocussante maintains its integrity through a clear set of editorial principles that Marcus Sinclair applies to every review without exception.
If you have a question about our methodology or believe a review needs to be reconsidered, you are welcome to reach out directly through the contact page. Marcus reads every message personally.
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