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Top 10 crypto exchanges to buy and sell bitcoin in Canada

Here are the top crypto exchanges in CA, handpicked and updated by buybitcoinsmart.

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Binance

Founded in 2017.

Binance is available in Canada

Binance is one of the biggest and most innovative crypto exchanges.

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Coinbase

Founded in 2012.

Coinbase is available in Canada

Coinbase is one of the most secure and easy to use crypto exchanges

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Cex.io

Founded in 2013.

Cex.io is available in Canada

Cex.io is a time-tested British exchange with over 3 million users.

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Coinmama

Founded in 2013.

Coinmama is available in Canada

Coinmama is the perfect choice to buy bitcoin with Credit & Debit Card, GG Pay, Apple Pay and Bank Transfer.

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Kraken

Founded in 2011.

Kraken is available in Canada

Kraken is one of the largest and oldest crypto exchanges in the world.

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Paxful

Founded in 2015.

Paxful is available in Canada

Paxful is a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling bitcoin.

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LocalBitcoins

Founded in 2012.

LocalBitcoins is available in Canada

LocalBitcoins is a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling bitcoin.

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OKCoin

Founded in 2013.

OKCoin is available in Canada

OKCoin is the perfect exchange for an experienced trader.

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Changelly

Founded in 2013.

Changelly is available in Canada

Changelly is an intermediary platform between crypto exchanges and users.

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Bittrex

Founded in 2014.

Bittrex is available in Canada

Bittrex is a US regulated crypto exchange with high focus on security.

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How to buy bitcoin in Canada

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Follow these 3 steps to buy bitcoin safely in Canada.

Step 1

Choose the exchange

Browse through our list of top 10 crypto exchanges in Canada

Step 2

Register + KYC

Register on the exchange and go through the Know Your Customer process to purchase crypto in Canada

Step 3

Deposit fiat & buy bitcoin

Buy bitcoin with credit/debit card in Canada if you need it quick, or fund your exchange account with fiat and purchase BTC after arrival of funds. Buying crypto with debit and credit cards usually results in higher fees.

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