Cryptocurrency Q&A Are crypto gains taxable in Canada?

Are crypto gains taxable in Canada?

ZenHarmony ZenHarmony Mon Feb 17 2025 | 5 answers 759
I'm a Canadian investor and I've made some profits from trading cryptocurrencies. I'm wondering if these gains are taxable in Canada. Do I need to report them and pay taxes on my crypto earnings? Are crypto gains taxable in Canada?

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Alessandro Alessandro Tue Feb 18 2025
Canada recognizes cryptocurrencies as property.

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TimeRippleOcean TimeRippleOcean Tue Feb 18 2025
In contrast, all business income derived from cryptocurrency transactions is fully taxable.

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AltcoinAdventurer AltcoinAdventurer Tue Feb 18 2025
This means that any gains derived from cryptocurrency transactions are subject to taxation.

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Giulia Giulia Tue Feb 18 2025
The tax treatment of these gains depends on whether they are classified as business income or capital gains.

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Caterina Caterina Tue Feb 18 2025
For capital gains, 50% of the profit is taxable in Canada.

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