Emily Harper
Hello! My name is Emily Harper, and I am the founder and editor-in-chief of NoDeposit. In this story, I’ll share not only how I ended up in the online casino industry but also how I found my true calling and created a project that helps people all across Canada.
How it all began
I was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, in a family that valued education and hard work. My parents always taught me not to be afraid to take risks and follow my dreams, which had a big influence on my choices in life. As a child, I loved solving puzzles and was always curious, which naturally led me to study economics at the University of British Columbia.
But here’s an interesting thing: one of the most memorable events of my life happened when I was 12 years old. My grandfather, who was a chess enthusiast, taught me how to play chess. He always said that in chess, it’s not only important to think about your own moves but also to anticipate your opponent’s actions. I carried this lesson into my adult life, applying it to my projects — planning and strategy are always more important than chance.
From marketing to NoDeposit
After graduating in 2015, I spent a few years working in marketing, helping various companies build their online presence. But one summer in 2020, among many new businesses and ideas, I came across the topic of online casinos, and something clicked. I couldn’t understand why so many people were playing, yet there was so little information about no deposit bonuses.
That’s when I decided I wanted to get involved. Inspired by the idea of creating a resource that would help players find the best offers, I began working on the project. Initially, I was just gathering information about bonuses and testing sites, but I soon realized that online casinos in Canada were really lacking such a source. I started planning and developed the concept for NoDeposit to help people not only find bonuses but also warn them of potential risks.
Dream come true: launching NoDeposit
After several months of work, I proudly launched the website in 2023. It was both exciting and nerve-wracking. I remember how long it took me to choose a name for the site, making sure it was simple and memorable. In that moment, I remembered how as a child I often searched for something “free” or “without money,” and that inspired me to choose the name NoDeposit.
But the process wasn’t easy. There were a lot of challenges, from designing the site to SEO. At one point, I even wondered if the project would ever get traction, but then I received the first email from a user saying that our site helped him find the best no deposit bonuses. That was an amazing feeling — I knew I had made the right choice.
Growing and evolving. NoDeposit today
Today, NoDeposit helps players across Canada find the best no deposit bonuses and free spins. But I still remember those moments of doubt and difficulty from the beginning. With every passing day, I continue to learn new things, but I always strive to maintain the value of our resource — honesty and usefulness for users. I’m proud that our team keeps growing and making our users’ lives brighter and safer.
I’m thankful to everyone who supports NoDeposit. Thanks to you, I can continue doing what I love and help people enjoy safe gaming. In the future, we’ll continue to strive to make our site the best source of information about no deposit bonuses in Canada.
With love,
Emily Harper
