Canada�s Top Poker Sites Reviewed

If you're a Canadian online poker player looking for the greatest sites on the net, we have it covered. At OnlinePoker.ca we dissect and test the biggest poker rooms around. As a result, our online poker reviews for Canadians are unrivalled.

Our team of staff has been crushing cash games and tournaments for years. They deposit their own C$, kick off the bonuses, and withdraw winnings to test the processing times. After a thorough workout, only the very best online poker rooms make it onto our list of recommended sites.

About Our Team

Our team at OnlinePoker.ca have seen it all. They've won and lost at sites big and small. They've encountered record-breaking prizepools and the quietest cash tables in Hold'em, Omaha and HORSE.

Our experts are also based in Canada. With local knowledge they know which sites are best for Canuck players. They review overseas sites to make sure support is given in English (and French, where possible), deposit options include Canadian favourites like VISA and MasterCard, and C$ can be used to play with.

How We Review Online Poker Rooms

On the face of it, most online poker rooms look alike. Every site has a lobby, a list of games, and some attractive welcome bonuses.

But not all sites are created equal. Some have poor records on payouts, satellite packages that don't guarantee seats, and suspect security. The better ones have VIP programs worth chasing and cash games that are packed 24/7.

Let's take a look at some of the criteria our team uses when putting together the best Canadian online poker reviews:

Software: Who powers the skin or network? Do they pool their players with other leading skins or go it alone with their own liquidity? With our online poker reviews, we look at the developers behind the site and make sure that the lobby is user-friendly and the tables easy to follow. We also compare download clients to no-download browser games and mobile apps, if available. If they all pass our strict tests they'll receive top marks.

Games: Every site should offer Texas Hold'em as standard. But what else is on offer? Pot Limit Omaha, some Razz, or a little HORSE for variety? Good sites offer a spread of games at stakes to suit all C$ budgets.

Tournaments: While solid cash games are important, a good range of Sit 'n Gos and tournaments is essential. The better sites run regular guaranteed tourneys to provide players with lots of action. With just a small buy-in you can take a shot at prizepools worth thousands, or millions. While MTTs are important, we also check the quality of the satellites on behalf of the live grinders.

Traffic: Can you log on and sit down at a cash game right away, or are you left waiting for players to arrive? Good player traffic is essential for a happy online experience. We take records of player numbers through the week so you know where the most popular sites can be found. We'll also tell you who has good player numbers when Canadians are up playing.

Fishy Players: Solid player traffic is important, but not if the players are tough to beat. For most recreational poker enthusiasts, finding fishy tables is important to maintain the bankroll. We rate all our online sites based on the quality of the opposition.

Security: Licensed sites are required to protect players' funds and personal details. Good security is as important as bonuses or traffic. Luckily, most sites provide security certificates to give players as much information as possible. We do the homework for you and recommend only the most secure rooms online.

Canadian-Friendly Banking: Real-money poker sites should offer players a range of deposit methods to get their funds in fast. Not only do we rate sites on the number of banking options, we check for banking options that are great for Canadians. If there are fees involved converting C$ to US dollars or Euros, we'll tell you.

Licensing and Auditing: Good poker rooms should have licenses in place from respected gaming jurisdictions. Our online poker reviews feature sites that have good licensing and evidence that the software is fair and independently tested.

Bonuses and VIP Programs: Online poker reviews wouldn't be complete without testing the bonuses and loyalty schemes. Welcome bonuses for new players should be generous and achievable, while loyalty programs should be good for recreational players and regular grinders alike.

Find a Top Poker Review Today

If you play poker online, reviews like ours give you a great guide on where to play. While one site might be great for Brits and Aussies, they might not be ideal for Canadians on Pacific Time. And if a poker room has a dozen deposit options but doesn't accept C$, it might not be for you.

Read our top online poker reviews via this page and open an account today. You can set up a new account in minutes and be crushing in no time.

Earn an Online Poker Bonus, Whatever Your Budget

Even if you're playing at the low stakes, you can earn free cash when you play online poker. The rooms are desperate to attract new customers all the time. As a Canadian real money player you can make a first deposit and have your cash "matched" by the poker website, just for playing.

The more you play, the more player action points you will earn. Points can then be converted for C$ or tournament tokens. Sites vary in the bonuses they can offer, and we'll show you how to make the most out of your bankroll.