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How Crypto is Taxed in Canada — What CRA Expects From You (2026 Guide)

  Published: April 2026 | Reading time: 11 min | Category: Taxes, Investing, Personal Finance A lot of Canadians still believe cryptocurrency exists in a tax-free grey zone. It does not. The Canada Revenue Agency is very clear on this: crypto is taxable, every transaction counts, and CRA has been aggressively pursuing crypto investors who don't report correctly. If you've bought, sold, traded, or earned any cryptocurrency in Canada — Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, or anything else — this guide explains exactly what CRA expects from you, what counts as a taxable event, and how to reduce your tax bill legally. The CRA's Official Position on Crypto The CRA treats cryptocurrency as a commodity , not a currency. This is a critical distinction. It means: Crypto is subject to either capital gains tax or income tax depending on how you use it Every time you dispose of crypto — sell it, trade it, spend it, or give it away — you trigger a taxable event Simply holding cryp...

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US Economy Surges: 303,000 Jobs Added in March, Exceeding Expectations

 

In a remarkable turn of events, the US economy added a whopping 303,000 jobs last month, far surpassing economists’ expectations. This surge marks the 39th consecutive month of job gains in the country.

Key Highlights:

  • Unemployment Rate: The unemployment rate stands at 3.8%, reflecting a robust labor market.
  • Strong Hiring: Despite the Federal Reserve’s efforts to cool inflation by raising interest rates, hiring remains surprisingly strong. Over the past 16 months, the Fed has gradually increased its benchmark interest rates from near zero to over 5%. However, recent rate hikes have been paused, and Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted at potential rate cuts in response to perceived job market weakness.
  • ADP Report: Earlier this week, ADP—the largest private payroll company in the US—reported that businesses added 184,000 new positions in March, the highest rise since July last year.

The next rate decision by the Federal Reserve is scheduled for May. Powell emphasized the delicate balance between controlling inflation and supporting economic activity and employment. As he stated, “Reducing rates too soon or too much could result in a reversal in the progress we’ve seen on inflation. But easing policy too late or too little could unduly weaken economic activity.”

The March employment report underscores the resilience of the US labor market, even amidst global uncertainties. As we move forward, all eyes remain on the delicate dance between monetary policy and economic growth.

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