Case studies of Canadian shops accepting BTC
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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 because it solves real problems: high payment fees, currency volatility, and reaching new customers.
We spoke with a few local shop owners who decided to add “Bitcoin accepted here” to their storefronts—and what happened next.
The Coffee Shop That Cut Out the Middlemen
—Hannah, owner of BrewHouse, Halifax
“For every $5 latte, I was paying $0.40 in processing fees. It adds up fast. A customer asked if I accepted Bitcoin. I said no. Then I got curious.”
What changed:
- She started using a free BTC payment app (no % fee)
- No chargebacks, no third-party holds
- She now accepts BTC for ~5% of all sales, especially with tourists
The Artist Who Found Global Buyers
—Dwayne, illustrator, Vancouver Island
“Most of my buyers are outside Canada. I used to lose money on currency conversion and wait 3–5 days to get paid. Bitcoin changed that.”
What changed:
- Started invoicing clients in BTC
- Lower fees, faster settlement
- Built a global customer base that trusts crypto payments
The Butcher Who Didn’t Want to Hold BTC—But Still Accepts It
—Karim, butcher shop co-owner, Toronto
“I don’t want to ‘invest’ in Bitcoin. But I liked the idea of giving customers options.”
What changed:
- Uses a BTC payment processor that converts to CAD instantly
- No volatility risk
- He sees it as “just another payment method”—but with lower costs
Common Benefits for Business Owners
- Lower fees than credit cards or PayPal
- Faster settlement with no bank holds
- New customers who prefer to pay in Bitcoin
- Marketing edge—adds a forward-thinking brand appeal
Final Thought
You don’t have to be a tech company to accept Bitcoin. If you run a local café, a web design agency, or a neighborhood hardware store—Bitcoin can be simple, cost-effective, and good for business.
Start small. Offer it as an option. You might be surprised who walks through the door.