Here are the table games that are most commonly played and offered in Canadian online casinos, with a short note about each:
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Blackjack (and its variants: Classic, European, Atlantic City, Spanish 21, Blackjack Switch)
- Why: low house edge with good strategy; many rule variants and side bets keep it interesting.
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Roulette (European/Single Zero, French, American/Double Zero)
- Why: simple rules, wide bet variety and fast rounds; European/French have better odds than American.
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Baccarat (Punto Banco, variants)
- Why: very popular with higher-stakes players; simple “player / banker / tie” betting structure.
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Poker-style table games
- Texas Hold’em (cash games and tournaments offered in some sites), Caribbean Stud, Three-Card Poker, Pai Gow Poker.
- Why: skill-based variants (Hold’em) plus casino poker tables and RNG poker variants draw diverse players.
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Craps
- Why: social, fast-paced dice game with a lot of bet types; online versions simplify complex bets for newcomers.
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Sic Bo
- Why: Asian-origin dice game with many betting options; growing availability in international casinos.
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Casino War
- Why: extremely simple, quick rounds — attractive for casual players.
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Live dealer tables (live blackjack, live roulette, live baccarat, live poker tables)
- Why: replicates land-based casino experience with a real dealer via video stream; very popular among Canadians who want authenticity.
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Game-show style table hybrids (e.g., Dream Catcher, Money Wheel, Lightning Roulette)
- Why: flashy, TV-show-like formats that combine simple betting with big multipliers.
Quick tips for Canadians playing online:
- Check whether the site is licensed and regulated (provincial regulators or reputable offshore licences).
- Compare rule variants (e.g., number of decks and dealer-stand rules in blackjack, single-zero vs double-zero roulette) because they affect the house edge.
- Try free/demo modes to learn rules and side bets before staking real money.
- Consider bankroll and bet sizing—table games can move quickly, especially roulettes and live games.
If you want, I can:
- List which of these games are offered most often by licensed Ontario operators (or another province),
- Compare house edges for specific variants (e.g., European roulette vs American), or
- Recommend beginner-friendly variants and strategies.