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At 1Bitcoin.ca, our mission is to provide Canadians with clear, trusted, and safe Bitcoin information. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your security, these resources will help you buy, store, and use Bitcoin with confidence.
How Do I Get A Bitcoin Wallet?
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.
Hot Wallet or Cold Storage? The One Choice That Could Save Your Bitcoin in 2025
Most people know how to buy Bitcoin. But in 2025, with over $2.5 billion already stolen in crypto hacks this year alone, almost none know how to store it safely.…How Do I Fund My 1Bitcoin.ca Account by eTransfer?
1Bitcoin supports funding your account via Interac e-Transfer. The following guide will help you make your first deposit and purchase Bitcoin in no time. In order to deposit funds, you…
Bitcoin Up 30%, Outperforming S&P 500’s 8% Gain — What It Means for Your Money in 2025
In a volatile world where traditional markets are holding steady but not soaring, one asset is pulling ahead and it's not your average stock portfolio. Over the past six months…How Do I Withdraw My Bitcoin off 1Bitcoin.ca?
We do not custody Bitcoin. As 1Bitcoin.ca is a non-custodial platform, you are required to submit a valid Bitcoin address before completing a purchase. Once your purchase is executed, the…
The Truth About Bitcoin Mining and the Environment
Bitcoin critics love to attack one thing: energy consumption. Scroll through news feeds, and you'll hear it nonstop: "Bitcoin is bad for the environment." "It's a waste of electricity." "Mining…
How Do I Withdraw Canadian Dollars Off 1Bitcoin.ca?
When you send Bitcoin to your 1Bitcoin deposit address, a sale into Canadian dollars (CAD) will be executed at the first confirmation on the blockchain. After the sale, 1Bitcoin.ca will…How Bitcoin Fixes Money in a Broken Financial System
Let’s be honest, something still feels off with money in 2025. Even as inflation cools to 1.7% in Canada and 2.7% in the US, your paycheck stretches less amid rising…How Do I Fund My 1Bitcoin.ca Account by Bank Wire?
1Bitcoin supports funding your account via Bank Wire Transfer. The following guide will help you make your deposit and purchase Bitcoin in no time. In order to deposit funds, you…
Buy More With Less: How Bitcoin’s Deflationary Model Protects Your Wealth in 2025
What if your savings could grow stronger in 2025, even as prices stabilize? For decades, we’ve accepted inflation as normal prices rising, the cost of living creeping up, and the…How Do I Buy Bitcoin on 1Bitcoin.ca?
In order to purchase BTC on 1Bitcoin, you first need to load your account with Canadian Dollars. For information on how to do this, visit this article. If you have…The Birth of Bitcoin: The Revolution That Changed Money Forever
The 2008 Financial Crisis: A Broken System Exposed In 2008, the world watched as the global economy crumbled. Banks collapsed, stock markets tanked, and trust in traditional finance hit rock…The Fiat Standard: Why Money Lost Its Gold Backing and What It Means for You
When Money Was Backed by Gold For centuries, money was real, tied to gold or silver. A paper note was a promise you could exchange it for precious metal. This…How Do I Deposit Bitcoin Into My 1Bitcoin.ca Account?
Funding your account with Bitcoin is the quickest and easiest way to load funds onto your 1Bitcoin Account. We do not support third-party deposits though, so please ensure any funds…Can I Export My Transaction History?
Need access to your full transaction history with 1Bitcoin for tax reporting purposes? You can easily export this information as a CSV by following these steps:The Rise of the Gold Standard: When Money Was Honest
When Money Meant Something Real Picture a time when every dollar in your wallet was backed by gold—a real, tangible asset governments couldn’t manipulate. For centuries, the gold standard made…The Fall of the Gold Standard: How Money Lost Its Anchor
When Money Was Tied to Gold Imagine a world where every dollar in your pocket was backed by gold, a real asset governments couldn’t manipulate. For centuries, the gold standard…Bitcoin Starter Guide for Beginners
3 Simple Steps to Start Using Bitcoin Today Getting started with Bitcoin may seem intimidating at first, but it’s easier than you think. With the right tools and a few…The History of Money: From Barter to Bitcoin
What Was Money Before Dollars and Apps? Imagine trading chickens for shoes or shells for bread. No wallets, no apps just bartering goods to get what you need. Money as…Bank of Montreal: The Legacy Bank Embracing Bitcoin?
Is Bitcoin Going Mainstream? For over 200 years, the Bank of Montreal (BMO) has been a pillar of Canadian finance. But in 2025, this legacy bank made headlines by investing…Bitcoin vs. Real Estate: The Superior Investment for Wealth Preservation
Is Real Estate Still Canada’s Go-To Investment? For decades, real estate has been the backbone of wealth-building in Canada. From Vancouver condos to Toronto detached homes, property has promised stability…Bitcoin Derangement Syndrome: Understanding the Hysteria Around Bitcoin Skeptics
Why Does Bitcoin Spark Such Fury? Bitcoin’s a global phenomenon, surviving crashes, gaining traction with giants like BMO ($150M in Bitcoin ETFs, 2025), and hitting a 121.1% return in 2024.…
My Open Letter to a Finance Professor
I recently read George Athanassakos’ opinion piece on investing in Bitcoin. I will link to the article but be warned, it is behind a paywall and full of errors and…Bubbles, Crashes, and Internet Money: A Financial Rollercoaster
Why Do Markets Keep Booming and Busting? From Tulip Mania in the 1600s to the Dot-Com Bubble and the 2008 financial crisis, markets have followed a familiar script: Now, there’s…Yes, You’re All Wrong.
This is what it feels like every day to be a Bitcoiner and CEO of a Bitcoin-only company. We started 1Bitcoin.ca as a way to educate Canadians about Bitcoin, help…The Power of Digital Scarcity: Why It’s More Valuable Than You Think
The Illusion of Infinite Digital Goods Think about it, everything digital is infinitely replicable. Movies, music, books, images—one click, and they can be copied and shared endlessly. The internet turned…Bitcoin is Savings Technology
In the current fiat based monetary system, savers are constantly punished. Today, all countries in the world have fiat currencies, and are not backed by anything. This includes the US…
Bitcoin for Realtors
Bitcoin has been around for well over a decade now, and by this point you may have heard the statement “Bitcoin is digital gold”. In this article I am going…Bitcoin for Bankers
Bitcoin is a very difficult concept to understand. I compare it to trying to explain the internet to people in the 90’s. It needs a basic understanding of computer science,…
Bitcoin Safety and Security
It is important to follow proper safety and security practices to ensure you do not lose your Bitcoin. This article will outline a few easy but helpful tactics that you…Not Your Keys Not Your Coins
After more than a decade of existence, the Bitcoin ecosystem has evolved to offer a variety of ways to get exposure to this amazing asset. In this article we will…The Asset + The Network
We often talk about Bitcoin and its many innovations. However, it is also important to understand the distinction between Bitcoin ‘the network’ and bitcoin ‘the asset’. Together these two pieces…What’s Digital Scarcity
The ramifications of Bitcoin will be felt around the world for decades to come. It will unlock opportunities and benefits to billions of people around the world the same way…Why Bitcoin Only?
One of the most common questions we get is “Hey, what are your thoughts on ABC coin? What about XYZ, they are working on smart contract….Bitcoin is old tech. The…What makes BTC Special
As we mentioned in Introduction to Bitcoin, Bitcoin is the next step in the evolution of the internet - It is the money layer of the internet. It allows a…What is Money
Before we talk about Bitcoin, it is important to try and understand what money is. This is a difficult topic to discuss since money is a taboo subject for some…Introduction to Bitcoin
So you want to learn about Bitcoin. Great! It is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your family. While there is a lot to learn,…
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