Joshua Howe, Author at MyStake Casino
About Joshua Howe
Joshua Howe is a Commercial Content Manager at Covers, one of the longest-running and most respected sports betting information platforms in North America, operating since 1995. Based in Stratford, Ontario, Joshua has been part of the Covers editorial team since 2021, where he leads the commercial content division and oversees the production, editing, and publishing of sportsbook reviews, betting guides, and iGaming industry analysis across the Canadian and U.S. markets.
Joshua holds a degree from Wilfrid Laurier University in Ontario and brings a background that combines editorial precision with a deep, practical understanding of the sports betting landscape. Before stepping into his current managerial role, he served as a Sports Betting Editor at Covers, gaining hands-on experience evaluating operators, testing platforms, and building content frameworks designed to help bettors make informed decisions. His transition back to Covers in a leadership capacity reflects both his institutional knowledge and the trust placed in his editorial judgment by the organization.
Hands-On Betting and Review Experience
Joshua’s expertise is not limited to content strategy. He is an active sports bettor with over four years of personal wagering experience, which directly informs his editorial perspective. He has personally reviewed and evaluated more than 30 licensed sportsbooks, assessing each platform across categories including user experience, deposit and withdrawal speed, promotional value, odds competitiveness, market depth, and customer support quality. His preferred sportsbook is FanDuel, which he favours for its intuitive app design and breadth of NBA betting markets.
This first-person testing methodology sets his work apart from purely theoretical analysis. Every sportsbook review published under his oversight reflects real account registration, real deposits, real wagers, and real withdrawal testing. This approach ensures that the content his team produces is grounded in verifiable, reproducible experience rather than secondhand information.
Areas of Specialization
Joshua’s content portfolio at Covers spans several core areas of the North American iGaming market. His primary focus areas include state-by-state and province-by-province legal sports betting guides for both the United States and Canada, sportsbook and betting app reviews with particular emphasis on the regulated Ontario iGaming market, promotional offer breakdowns and bonus analyses for licensed operators, editorial strategy and SEO-driven content development for the commercial content team, and coverage of legislative developments affecting sports betting legalization across North America.
His work is regularly fact-checked by Brandon DuBreuil, Head of Covers, as part of the platform’s multi-layer editorial review process.
Published Work and Writing Background
Beyond the iGaming industry, Joshua is a published author with a body of creative and journalistic work. He is the author of “Relik,” a fantasy novel, and has a second book, “Riobard and the Shadow’s Fate,” in development. His poetry has appeared in publications by the World Poetry Movement, and his sports journalism credits include contributions to PressBasketball.com, RaptorsRepublic.com, and Yahoo Canada, where he provided freelance coverage during the Olympics.
Joshua was the recipient of the Thielman Award at KDSS, a recognition given to individuals who demonstrate an adventurous spirit and a genuine passion for the written word. This diverse writing background reinforces his ability to communicate complex betting concepts clearly and engagingly to audiences with varying levels of experience.
Editorial Standards and Independence
All content produced under Joshua’s direction at Covers adheres to the platform’s established editorial guidelines, which prioritize accuracy, transparency, and reader utility. Covers operates independently from the sportsbook operators it reviews. While commercial relationships exist with certain operators, these relationships do not influence editorial ratings, review outcomes, or content recommendations.
Every piece of content goes through a structured editorial workflow that includes research, drafting, peer editing, fact-checking, and compliance review before publication. Joshua’s role as Content Manager means he is directly accountable for maintaining the integrity of this process across his team. His leadership style, described by colleagues as transparent and supportive, ensures that editorial standards remain consistent even under tight publishing schedules.
Responsible Gambling Commitment
Joshua and the Covers editorial team are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. All content published on the platform includes relevant disclaimers, links to responsible gambling resources, and compliance with jurisdictional regulations. Covers operates in partnership with recognized responsible gambling organizations and ensures that promotional content clearly communicates terms, conditions, wagering requirements, and eligibility restrictions.
As someone who actively wagers on sports, Joshua understands the importance of bankroll management, informed decision-making, and knowing when to step away. This personal perspective shapes the tone and substance of the content his team creates, ensuring it serves the reader’s long-term interests rather than encouraging impulsive behaviour.
Connect with Joshua Howe
For editorial inquiries, content collaboration, or media requests, you can reach Joshua through the following channels:
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joshua-howe-191aa666
- Covers Author Profile: covers.com/writers/joshua-howe
- Published Articles: Browse Joshua’s full body of work on Covers.com