Bonus types at new casinos
- Deposit match: a percentage of your deposit as bonus money, for example 100% up to $200.
- Free spins: spins on named slots at a fixed stake; winnings usually carry their own wagering.
- Welcome package: several match offers spread over the first three to five deposits, which is why headline totals run into thousands.
- No deposit: small free offers with tight cash-out caps.
- Cashback: a share of net losses returned, sometimes with no wagering.
Each type has its own page: no deposit, free spins and bonus codes.
How to judge an offer
Multiply the bonus by the wagering to see how much you must bet. At a 96% RTP, every $100 bet costs about $4 on average. A $100 bonus at 25x means $2,500 in bets and about $100 in expected cost, so it breaks even; at 40x the expected cost is $160 and the bonus is worth less than nothing on average.
| Bonus | Wagering | Total bets | Expected cost at 96% | Average value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | 20x | $2,000 | $80 | +$20 |
| $100 | 35x | $3,500 | $140 | -$40 |
| $100 | 50x | $5,000 | $200 | -$100 |
Then check the maximum bet, the time limit (often 7 to 30 days), the cash-out cap and the excluded games. A bonus you cannot clear in time is worth nothing.
How to claim, step by step
- Check that the casino accepts players from your province; offshore offers exclude Ontario.
- Register with your real details. A false name or address voids winnings at the first ID check.
- Upload ID and proof of address early so the first withdrawal is not delayed.
- Open the offer's terms and note the minimum deposit, the code, the allowed payment methods and the maximum bet.
- Enter the code, then deposit with an allowed method; Interac is usually accepted.
- Play eligible games at a stake under the maximum and track wagering in your account.
When to say no
Skip a bonus if you want to withdraw soon, if your favourite games are excluded, or if the wagering is above about 35x. Playing with your own money and no bonus keeps every win withdrawable. Our page on no wagering bonuses covers the rare offers with no playthrough.