Top 3 Online Poker Sites in Canada

Choosing a poker site isn’t as simple as just finding one that services customers in your region. There are multiple factors to consider. Each player has their own requirements and it’s not always straightforward to make a decision because often there is no one poker site that meets all demands and so a compromise must be made.

Here are our top three picks for best poker sites available in Canada.

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HighStakes

HighStakes is a leading, independent platform that offers a comprehensive gambling experience. This fast-growing site is perfect for both beginners and professionals alike.

Poker players will find tournaments running around the clock; many with generous guarantees that often are not met giving added value to the players. Cash games can also be found at stakes from $2 buy-ins all the way up to high stakes.

Rakeback is paid out every Monday at 27% for each player.

HighStakes offers one of the best signup bonus deals to be found anywhere in the industry. Players receive a 100% matched payment u[p to the value of $2,000. There are also other benefits depending on the size of the deposit. Check out the new progressive deposit bonus scheme below.

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Progressive Deposit Bonus

$99 - $249

• 10% Deposit in Free Bets
  
• $70 in MTT Tickets
  
• 100% Deposit Bonus
  
• 27% Weekly Rakeback
  

$250 - $1,000

• 12.5% Deposit in Free Bets
  
• $110 in MTT Tickets
  
• 100% Deposit Bonus
  
• 27%  Weekly Rakeback
  

$1,001 - $2,499

• 15% Deposit in Free Bets
  
• $350 in MTT Tickets
  
• 100% Deposit Bonus up to $2k
  
• 27% Weekly Rakeback
  
• 2% Casino Cashback*
  

$2,500 - $9,999

• 20% Deposit in Free Bets
  
• $850 in MTT Tickets
  
• 100% Deposit Bonus of $2k
  
• 27% Weekly Rakeback
  
• 2.5% Casino Cashback*
  + HighStakes Merch Limited Edition Gold Pack
  

$10,000+

• 25% Deposit in Free Bets
  
• $1,800 in MTT Tickets
  
• 100% Deposit Bonus of $2k
  
• 27% Weekly Rakeback
  
• 3.33% Casino Cashback*
  + HighStakes Merch Limited Edition Elite Pack
  

A monthly rake race and tournament leaderboard give high-volume players a chance to fight for even more added value. The rake race is open to all players and the tournament leaderboard points are calculated by the following formula.

(Buy In + Addons + Rebuys) × (Total Entrants / Finishing Position)

For even more value, HighStakes pays players a bonus on the average balance every fortnight, equivalent to 3.00% Annually, 0.25% monthly, or 0.1275% every two weeks.

HighStakes’ software features a clean design that is simple to use, particularly for new players. All parts of the client are easy to find and use.

Players who enjoy gambling away from the poker table will also find a casino and sportsbook on the platform.

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Unibet

Unibet is a great platform that is known for its focus on recreational players. This no frills approach has made it one of the go-to places for new players to the game. While professionals do populate the site at the higher stakes, the lower stakes are as soft as a player could wish.

A full range of NL and PLO cash games run around the clock up to $1,000 buy-in.

Unibet offers a 100% deposit bonus for new players up to the value of €100. Rakeback can reach as high as 80% when VIP program, deposit bonuses and free tickets are combined.

After signing up, players will receive a selection of tournament tickets for various events.

What makes Unibet a great place to play is the continuous flow of fun promotions that offer tons of added value. Rake races and innovative promos tied to major sports events such as the FIFA World Cup run throughout the year.

Unibet offers frequent satellite tournaments where lucky players can win a package to take part in a major event alongside a roster of top players.

The software is perfect for new players with no add-on programs allowed, in keeping with the ethos of catering for casual players. No HUDs can be used, or even hand histories downloaded for later analysis.

Players with any questions about the Unibet platform can contact support 24/7 through a live chat facility where any questions will be promptly answered.

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Americas Cardroom (ACR)

ACR is a part of the Winning PokerNetwork (WPN) that caters predominantly for the North American player pool. This is another site that caters for the full range of players, including some of the best online poker wizards in the world.

ACR stands out from the crowd for its ability to provide value for all players at all times. Barely a month goes by without some major series running such as a $25 million GTD Online Super Series Cub3D or the $2,650 buy-in Venom with a $10 million guarantee. There are always satellites running in various formats to allow regular players with modest bankrolls to try and join in with all the fun.

Cash game players will find NL and PLO running 24/7 from the smallest microstakes all the way up to nosebleed stakes.

ACR’s traffic figures are rising all of the time making it one of the most popular sites in the world today.

The first deposit bonus is 100% worth up to $2,000 with other rewards thrown in on a regular basis.

The software is now much improved from previous versions, offering a smooth gaming experience to all players. Settings include table themes that include avatars or just a simple, clean screen with little to no clutter.