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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.
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At 1Bitcoin.ca, we don’t publish once and disappear. We update our content regularly — at least once every quarter — and often much more. Why? Because Bitcoin doesn’t stand still,…FAQ, About, or Trust & Transparency pages
Is 1Bitcoin.ca Legit? Here's the Truth. Yes — 1Bitcoin.ca is 100% legitimate. We are a Canadian-based Bitcoin service with a track record of trusted, transparent, and compliant operations. We are…Bitcoin in Canada: Rules, Regulations & What You Need to Know
Bitcoin is legal in Canada — but it’s not a free-for-all. Whether you’re buying, selling, or building a business around Bitcoin, you need to understand how Canada regulates it. These…
Bitcoin Security Terminology Explained (1Bitcoin.ca Edition)
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.Real-Life Bitcoin Scam Case Studies (and How to Protect Yourself)
Bitcoin gives you full control of your money — but that freedom comes with responsibility. Scammers are aggressive, creative, and often use social pressure or emotional manipulation to trick victims.…Step-by-Step Guide: How to Report a Bitcoin Scam (From Canada)
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.Step-by-Step Guide: How to Verify a Bitcoin Transaction (1Bitcoin.ca Version)
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.
Bitcoin Scam Types: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe
Bitcoin is a powerful financial tool. But like anything valuable, it attracts scammers. Whether you're new to Bitcoin or a seasoned HODLer, it’s critical to stay informed and cautious. Here's…Bitcoin and the Next Generation
Teaching kids about money in a digital-first world The World Our Kids Are Inheriting Is Not the One We Grew Up In We were taught to save in dollars, spend…Bitcoin Conferences in 2025: Where Canadians Should Go
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:…Bitcoin and Human Rights
How activists use it in oppressive regimes When Traditional Money Fails, Bitcoin Steps In In countries where banks are tools of control, currencies are collapsing, and speech is silenced—Bitcoin quietly…Why Bitcoin Is a Protest Against the Status Quo
The philosophical underpinnings of the movement It’s Not Just Code—It’s a Declaration Bitcoin isn’t just software. It’s a response. A reaction. A quiet, borderless protest against a financial system that…Bitcoin in Pop Culture: Movies, TV, and Music References
How mainstream media portrays BTC From Cypherpunk to Prime Time A decade ago, Bitcoin lived in forums and whitepapers. Today? It’s on Netflix, in hip-hop lyrics, and name-dropped in late-night…Bitcoin and the Small Business Owner
Case studies of Canadian shops accepting BTC Bitcoin Isn’t Just for Investors—It’s Showing Up at the Till Across Canada, small business owners are quietly embracing Bitcoin. Not because it’s trendy—but…From Gold Bugs to Bitcoiners: Stories of Conversion
Real interviews with converts Old Money Meets New Value For decades, gold has been the ultimate hedge against inflation, government overreach, and currency collapse. Many Canadians—especially those raised on financial…The First Time I Bought Bitcoin (and the Mistakes I Made)
A cautionary but encouraging tale I Thought I Was Being Smart... I still remember the day: it was early 2017. Bitcoin was around $1,200. I’d heard about it on the…How I Introduced My Parents to Bitcoin
A relatable, human entry point for older Canadians “Wait... it’s not just fake internet money?” That was my mom’s first reaction when I brought up Bitcoin. My dad, ever the…The Case for Bitcoin as a Retirement Asset
Long-term savings protection Rethinking What “Safe” Looks Like Traditionally, retirement planning meant a mix of cash, bonds, and maybe some stocks. But in today’s economy with high inflation, low interest…Why Governments Will Eventually Embrace Bitcoin
Economic and political incentives From Resistance to Realization For years, governments around the world have viewed Bitcoin with skepticism—or outright hostility. But that’s starting to change. As inflation rises, trust…The Biggest Myths About Bitcoin, Debunked
Countering mainstream misconceptions Not Everything You’ve Heard About Bitcoin Is True Bitcoin gets a lot of attention—and a lot of misunderstanding. From media soundbites to dinner table debates, it’s easy…Bitcoin and the New Age of Self-Custody
Why owning your keys matters more than ever In Bitcoin, Ownership Is Control or It Isn’t Ownership at All With traditional money, your bank holds your balance. With stocks, your…Why Every Canadian Should Own at Least 1% of Their Wealth in Bitcoin
Personal risk mitigation strategy You Don’t Need to Bet Big—You Just Need Exposure For most Canadians, Bitcoin still feels far off—risky, speculative, even confusing. But here’s the truth: owning a…Bitcoin’s Role in the Global De‑Dollarization Movement
How countries are moving away from USD reliance What Is De‑Dollarization — And Why It’s Gaining Steam “De‑dollarization” refers to the trend of countries reducing their dependence on the U.S.…Why Institutional Money Is Finally Flowing into Bitcoin
ETFs, Corporate Treasuries, and Pension Funds What’s Changed — Big Institutions Are Joining the BTC Story For years, Bitcoin was mostly discussed in tech circles or among retail investors. In…The Next Bitcoin Halving: Will It Push Prices to New Highs?
What Exactly Is a Bitcoin Halving — and Why It Matters A Bitcoin halving happens roughly every four years (every 210,000 blocks). In this event, the reward miners get for…The Canadian Housing Market vs. Bitcoin
A 10-Year Wealth Comparison — Backtested Data and Future Projections For decades, buying a home was Canada’s default wealth plan. From 2015 to 2025, Canadians who paired real estate with…Why Bitcoin Is Outperforming the Stock Market in 2025
Comparative Analysis with S&P 500, Gold, and Real Estate In 2025, investors are asking a big question: why is Bitcoin surging while traditional markets are lagging behind? Over the past…How to Check Your Bitcoin Balance Safely – Without Exposing Your Private Keys
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.How to Dollar‑Cost Average Bitcoin with 1Bitcoin.ca – Automating Your Buys
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.How to Track Bitcoin Transactions on the Blockchain – Using Block Explorers
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.How to Withdraw Bitcoin to Another Exchange – Moving Coins to Binance, Kraken, etc.
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.How to Buy Bitcoin with Cash at a Bitcoin ATM in Canada
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.How to Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) on Your Account
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.How to Receive Bitcoin from a Friend – QR Codes, Addresses, and Confirmations
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.How to Send Bitcoin from 1Bitcoin.ca to a Hardware 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.How to Back Up Your Bitcoin Wallet Recovery Phrase
While you can hold your Bitcoin on the exchange that you purchased it on, we always recommend withdrawing your Bitcoin to your own wallet.Step-by-Step Guide: How to Set Up Your 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.Bitcoin’s Impact on Global Remittances
Cheaper, Faster Cross-Border Payments Sending Money Home Shouldn’t Be This Hard Every year, migrant workers and families send hundreds of billions of dollars back home. These transactions—known as remittances—are often…Proof-of-Work: How Bitcoin Stays Secure
The technology behind the consensus How Do Thousands of Strangers Agree on the Same Truth? That’s the challenge Bitcoin set out to solve. Without a central bank or authority, how…Why Bitcoin Is Better Than Fiat in the Long Run
Inflation, Purchasing Power, and Trust Why Are So Many People Choosing Bitcoin Over Traditional Money? At first glance, fiat currencies like dollars, euros, or yen seem more stable and widely…Bitcoin and the Future of Money
What a Bitcoin-Standard World Might Look Like What If Bitcoin Became Everyday Money? Imagine walking into a grocery store and seeing prices listed not just in dollars, but in satoshis…The Bitcoin Halving Explained
Why It Happens and How It Affects the Market What Is the Bitcoin Halving, and Why Do People Talk About It So Much? Can governments shut down Bitcoin? Every four…How Bitcoin Resists Government Control
The Case for Censorship Resistance Can governments shut down Bitcoin? It’s a fair question—especially in a world where financial systems are tightly regulated. But Bitcoin was built with one goal…The Role of Mining in the Bitcoin Network
Security, Transactions, and Decentralization What Does “Mining” Really Mean? Most people have heard the phrase “Bitcoin mining,” but the actual role it plays in the Bitcoin system is often misunderstood.…Bitcoin vs. Altcoins
Why Bitcoin Stands Out – Avoiding the Noise of Thousands of Coins If Bitcoin was the first, why are there now thousands of others?Since Bitcoin launched in 2009, developers and…The 21 Million Limit
Why Bitcoin’s Supply Is Fixed – How Scarcity Drives Value Most things in life can be created, printed, or produced endlessly. Bitcoin isn’t one of them. There will only ever…The Bitcoin Whitepaper in Simple Terms
Breaking Down Satoshi Nakamoto’s Original Paper Over 15 years ago, someone named Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper titled Bitcoin: A Peer‑to‑Peer Electronic Cash System. It started a quiet revolution. Understanding…
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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