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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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Trump Asserts No Cost Limit on Mass Deportation Plan

 

In a recent interview, President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his commitment to a large-scale deportation plan, emphasizing that there would be "no price tag" on the effort to remove millions of undocumented immigrants from the United States. Trump stated that his administration would prioritize making the U.S. border "strong and powerful," and that the cost of the deportations was secondary to the necessity of the action.

Trump's plan, which he described as the "largest deportation effort in American history," aims to target undocumented immigrants involved in criminal activities, including drug lords and murderers. He argued that the deportations are essential for national security and public safety, despite the significant logistical and financial challenges involved.

Critics have raised concerns about the humanitarian and economic impacts of such a sweeping deportation policy. They argue that the removal of millions of immigrants could disrupt industries reliant on undocumented labor and lead to significant economic instability. Additionally, immigrant rights groups are preparing to challenge the plan through legal battles.

As Trump prepares to take office, the debate over his immigration policies continues to intensify, with both supporters and opponents gearing up for what promises to be a contentious issue in the coming months

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