Events, networking, and learning opportunities
Why Go to a Bitcoin Conference in 2025?
Attending a conference isn’t just for experts or investors. For Canadians, Bitcoin conferences are great ways to:
- Learn firsthand from speakers who build policy, wallets, mining infrastructure
- Meet local community (wallet developers, self‑custody teachers, miners)
- Stay updated on regulatory changes in Canada (FINTRAC, tax rules, securities law)
- Find collaborations or job/investment opportunities
If you’re serious about Bitcoin—education, security, or growing in the space—at least one conference a year can make a real difference.
Top Bitcoin / Crypto Events in Canada for 2025
Here are a few events well worth checking out:
| Event | Where / When | Who It’s Good For / What You’ll Learn |
| Canadian Bitcoin Conference 2025 | Montréal, QC — Oct 16‑18 | Deep dive into business + Canadian market. Workshops on law, mining, real‑estate, and how BTC fits in here. Good for entrepreneurs & self‑custodians. |
| Learning Bitcoin 2025 | Vancouver, BC — Aug 16‑17 | Beginner‑friendly. Workshops for setting up wallets, exchanges, cold storage. Ideal for individuals & families wanting hands‑on learning. |
| Bitcoin Rodeo | Calgary, AB — June 28‑29, 2025 | More local community. Founders, developers, policy folks meet. Great to connect regionally without traveling too far. |
Outside Canada But Still Valuable
Even if travel’s more involved, these global Bitcoin conferences can offer unique insights, especially for technical, institutional, or policy‑oriented folks:
- Bitcoin++ (USA) – tech/developer focus
- Baltic HoneyBadger (Europe) – deep thought, crypto philosophy & policy
- Plan ₿ Forum (Switzerland) – what it looks like when a city tries to embed Bitcoin in everything from payments to governance.
How Canadians Can Make the Most of These Conferences
Here are some tips to get maximum value:
- Plan ahead — Pick one you can attend physically (if possible), prepare questions, arrange meetings with other attendees.
- Do your homework — Read the agenda before going. Identify sessions about regulation, self‑custody, or policy because those topics matter locally.
- Bring the right tools — Business cards, wallet (self‑custody tools), notebook, a phone that can scan QR codes, maybe a portable cold wallet in your luggage.
- Network actively — Don’t just attend talks. Go to side‑events, meetups, after‑hours dinners. Conversations are often where ideas and opportunities form.
- Take action after — What did you learn you can actually apply: maybe changing your wallet security, starting a meet‑up, or watching how new laws are evolving in your province or federal level.
What’s Coming Up & What to Watch For
Expect more workshops on Lightning Network, mining in colder climates, and nuclear (or renewables‑powered) mining, especially with Canada’s climate and geography.
Watch how Canadian provinces regulate Bitcoin more clearly (custody laws, tax rules) — likely to be topics at these events.
Keep an eye on speakers who bridge policy + tech—those often give the best actionable insights.