Affiliate Disclosure
Last updated: January 2026
How laurashantz.ca Makes Money
laurashantz.ca is an independent review website covering Mastercard casinos in Canada. We want to be fully transparent with you: this website earns affiliate commissions when you click on certain links to online casinos featured on our site and subsequently register, deposit, or play at those casinos. These commissions are paid by the casino operators — never by you. Using our links does not cost you anything extra, and in many cases may give you access to exclusive bonuses or promotions.
Editorial Independence
Affiliate commissions do not influence our rankings, ratings, or review content. Our editorial process is independent of our commercial partnerships. Casinos are evaluated based on criteria such as licensing, security, Mastercard payment processing, game selection, payout speed, customer support, and responsible gambling tools. A casino cannot pay for a higher ranking or a more favourable review, and we may recommend operators with whom we have no commercial relationship.
How to Identify Affiliate and Sponsored Links
We believe you should always know when a link is commercial in nature:
- Links to casino operators (including buttons such as "Play Now," "Visit Casino," or "Claim Bonus") are typically affiliate links.
- Sponsored content, where applicable, is clearly labelled as "Sponsored," "Advertisement," or "Paid Placement."
- Comparison tables, top lists, and bonus offers on this site generally contain affiliate links.
Compliance Statement
This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Competition Act (Canada) and guidance issued by the Competition Bureau of Canada regarding online advertising and material connections between endorsers, publishers, and advertisers. We are committed to ensuring that any material connection between laurashantz.ca and the casino operators we feature is clearly and prominently disclosed, so that you can make informed decisions about the content you read.
Additionally, we encourage all operators we list to comply with the applicable provincial regulations governing online gaming in Canada, including the standards of iGaming Ontario and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) where relevant.
Your Responsibility as a Reader
The information on laurashantz.ca is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or gambling advice. Before registering or depositing at any online casino, you are responsible for:
- Verifying that online gambling is legal in your province or territory of residence;
- Confirming that you meet the minimum legal gambling age in your jurisdiction (18 or 19, depending on the province);
- Reading and understanding each casino's terms and conditions, bonus terms, and withdrawal policies;
- Gambling responsibly and within your means.
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Contact ConnexOntario (1-866-531-2600) or visit your provincial problem gambling support service for free, confidential assistance.
Questions?
If you have any questions about this Affiliate Disclosure or our commercial relationships, please contact us through the contact page at laurashantz.ca.