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In traditional real estate, there’s a timeless truth: location, location, location. Where you build determines everything — value, access, and long-term potential. But what happens when the world moves online?…

Selecting the right OTC desk for large Bitcoin transactions is one of the most important decisions you'll make when executing trades over $50,000 CAD. The wrong choice can cost thousands…

When executing a large Bitcoin trade—buying or selling $50,000 CAD or more—seemingly small differences in pricing can cost thousands of dollars. A 0.5% difference on a $500,000 transaction represents $2,500…

When it comes to buying or selling Bitcoin in Canada, transaction size fundamentally changes the economics, risks, and optimal execution method. A $5,000 Bitcoin purchase operates differently than a $500,000…

Over-the-counter (OTC) Bitcoin trading is a method for buying or selling large amounts of Bitcoin without using traditional retail platforms or exchanges. Instead of placing orders on an exchange order…

Converting Bitcoin to Canadian dollars is straightforward once you understand the process, platform options, exchange rates, and settlement timelines. Whether you're selling a small amount for daily expenses or converting…

Bitcoin is known for extreme price volatility. Monthly price swings of 20%–40% are common, and annual movements exceeding 100% have occurred multiple times in Bitcoin's 15-year history. For Canadians considering…

When you sell Bitcoin in Canada, you trigger a taxable event. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) treats Bitcoin as a commodity, not currency, which means specific tax rules apply to…

Deciding when to sell Bitcoin is one of the most difficult questions Bitcoin owners face. Unlike the buy decision, which can be based on allocation strategy and conviction, the sell…

Selling Bitcoin in Canada and converting to Canadian dollars is straightforward when you understand the process, platform options, and settlement timelines. This guide walks through every step, from choosing where…

You've bought Bitcoin. Now what? Many new Bitcoin owners stop at the purchase step without understanding what comes next: withdrawing to your own wallet, securing your private keys, and making…

Canadians have two main ways to get Bitcoin exposure: buying actual Bitcoin or buying a Bitcoin ETF. While both track Bitcoin's price, they work very differently in terms of ownership,…

Understanding Bitcoin fees is critical to knowing your actual cost when buying, selling, or moving Bitcoin in Canada. Fees vary significantly across platforms and transaction types, and hidden costs can…

Yes. Buying, selling, and owning Bitcoin is legal in Canada. Bitcoin has been recognized and regulated under Canadian federal law since 2014, with clear guidelines for both individuals and businesses…

Buying Bitcoin in Canada is straightforward when you use a regulated platform and understand the process. This guide walks you through every step, from account setup to securing your Bitcoin…

A New Year, A Clearer Bitcoin Path As 2026 begins, many Canadians are taking a fresh look at their financial strategies — and for Bitcoiners, this means reinforcing custody, clarifying…

When Canada’s Bitcoin Community Found Its Voice From October 16 to 18, 2025, the historic Rialto Theatre in Montreal became the heartbeat of Canada’s Bitcoin movement. Hosted alongside the Digital…

A Turning Point on Parliament Hill On September 17 and 18, 2025, Parliament Hill in Ottawa became the setting for a quiet but historic milestone in Canada’s Bitcoin journey. Bitcoin…

Canada is waking up to a digital financial future that much of the world is already racing toward. The Bank of Canada’s recent remarks on the need for stablecoin regulation…

Bitcoin’s price may be volatile, but the trend in 2025 is unmistakable: capital is flowing in—and it’s not coming from retail traders alone. The surge in spot Bitcoin ETF inflows…

It’s October, and the air around Bitcoin feels electric. Across the market, analysts are converging on a familiar idea: October may represent a local peak in the current bull run.…

Why up-to-date Bitcoin education matters We Don’t Publish Once and Disappear At 1Bitcoin.ca, content isn’t static—and it’s never “set and forget.” Bitcoin changes.Scams evolve.Regulations shift. That’s why we actively update…

Yes — 1Bitcoin.ca Is 100% Legitimate 1Bitcoin.ca is a Canadian-based Bitcoin service with a strong track record of transparency, education, and trust. We are not: Instead, we focus on: For…

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 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. At…

Teaching kids about money in a digital-first world The World Our Kids Are Inheriting Is Not the One We Grew Up In Most of us were taught to save dollars,…

Events, networking, and learning opportunities Why Go to a Bitcoin Conference in 2025? Bitcoin conferences aren’t just for traders or hardcore technologists. For Canadians, they’re one of the best ways…

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 dissent is punished, money…

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 quiet, borderless protest against a financial system many…

How mainstream media portrays BTC From Cypherpunk to Prime Time A decade ago, Bitcoin lived in forums and whitepapers. Today, it shows up on Netflix, in hip-hop lyrics, and in…

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…

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 hard-money…

A cautionary but encouraging tale I Thought I Was Being Smart… I still remember the day clearly. It was early 2017. Bitcoin was around $1,200. I’d heard about it on…

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 skeptic—asked…

Long-Term Savings Protection Rethinking What “Safe” Looks Like For decades, retirement planning followed a familiar formula: cash, bonds, and a portion of equities. These assets were considered “safe,” designed to…

Economic and Political Incentives From Resistance to Realization For years, governments around the world viewed Bitcoin with skepticism—or outright hostility. It challenged monetary control, bypassed traditional rails, and resisted censorship.…

Countering Mainstream Misconceptions Not Everything You’ve Heard About Bitcoin Is True Bitcoin gets a lot of attention—and just as much misunderstanding. From media soundbites to casual conversations, outdated or incorrect…

Why Owning Your Keys Matters More Than Ever In Bitcoin, ownership is binary. Either you control your private keys—or you don’t actually own your bitcoin. With traditional money, banks hold…

For many Canadians, Bitcoin still feels distant—risky, speculative, or overly technical. That hesitation is understandable. But owning a small amount of Bitcoin—even just 1% of your total net worth—isn’t about…

For decades, the U.S. dollar has been the backbone of global trade, reserves, and financial settlement. But that dominance is slowly changing. Across regions and political blocs, countries are actively…

Why Institutional Money Is Finally Flowing Into Bitcoin September 12, 2025 – 5 min read For much of its history, Bitcoin was viewed as a fringe asset—discussed mainly by technologists,…

For decades, buying a home has been Canada’s default wealth-building strategy. Real estate wasn’t just shelter—it was a retirement plan, an investment, and often the largest source of net worth.…

The Canadian Housing Market vs. Bitcoin A 10-Year Wealth Comparison September 12, 2025 – 4 min read For decades, buying a home has been Canada’s default wealth-building strategy. Real estate…

Why Bitcoin Is Outperforming the Stock Market in 2025 A comparison with stocks, gold, and real estate September 12, 2025 – 4 min read In 2025, many investors are asking…

Why Bitcoin Storage Is Different Bitcoin doesn’t live in an account. It lives on the blockchain, and ownership is controlled entirely by cryptographic keys. Whoever controls the private keys controls…

What It Means for Your Money in 2025 In a year marked by economic uncertainty, one asset is clearly pulling ahead — Bitcoin. While the S&P 500 has gained roughly…

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…

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 U.S., your paycheck doesn’t go as…

What if Your Savings Could Grow Stronger in 2025? For decades, we’ve accepted inflation as normal—prices rise, the cost of living creeps up, and the Canadian dollar (CAD) quietly loses…

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…

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 ensured…

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 ensured…

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 ensured…

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 we…

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…

Is Real Estate Still Canada’s Go-To Investment? For decades, real estate has been the cornerstone of wealth building in Canada. From Toronto detached homes to Vancouver condos, property ownership promised…

Why Does Bitcoin Spark Such Fury? Bitcoin is a global phenomenon. It has survived multiple market crashes, gained traction with major institutions, and continued to grow despite relentless criticism. Yet…

I recently read George Athanassakos’ opinion piece on investing in Bitcoin. While the professor is clearly educated in traditional finance, it’s evident there is a fundamental misunderstanding of Bitcoin itself…

Why Do Markets Keep Booming and Busting? From Tulip Mania in the 1600s to the dot-com bubble and the 2008 financial crisis, history shows that markets follow a predictable cycle:…

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 Illusion of Infinite Digital Goods Think about it — everything digital is infinitely replicable. Movies, music, books, images — one click and they can be copied endlessly. The internet…

In the current fiat-based monetary system, savers are constantly punished. Today, all countries in the world use fiat currencies that are not backed by anything. With central banks able to…

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 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,…