Canadian Lawmaker Introduces Bill, Seeking to Aid Crypto Industry's Growth
Michelle Rempel Garner, a member of the House of Commons of Canada, has introduced a bill that seeks to provide leeway for crypto and their ecosystem to thrive in the country.
Canada Tightens Crypto Asset Regulations for Public Investment Funds
The Canadian Securities Administrators propose regulatory changes for public investment funds handling crypto assets, focusing on custodianship standards and limiting direct crypto dealings to specific fund types.
Crypto Advocate Pierre Poilievre Elected as Leader of Canada's Conservative Party
Bitcoin-friendly Pierre Poilievre was elected leader of the Conservative Party of Canada on September 11.
Bitcoin Futures Exchange BitMEX to Block Ontario Crypto Traders
Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange BitMEX announced today that it planned on removing its trading platform services from a Canadian province.
Following OSC Prohibition, Crypto.com Delists USDT For Canadians
Effective January 31, Crypto.com will delist Tether (USDT) for Canadian customers. The exchange has warned users that their Tether would be automatically changed into USD Coin if they don't withdraw or convert before the deadline (USDC). Crypto.com reported in August that the Ontario Securities Commission has approved its Canadian pre-registration commitment.
RCMP Requests Exchanges to Stop Trading with 34 Crypto Wallets, amid the Freedom Convoy Protest
The Financial Post has confirmed that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police has asked several Canadian cryptocurrency exchanges to block transactions on 34 crypto wallets related to the truckers’ “Freedom Fleet” protest.
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[Rejected] Galaxy Digital Obtains Approval to Launch new Bitcoin Fund in Canada
Galaxy Digital aims to launch a new Bitcoin fund in Canada to increase its BTC offerings to big investors.
Hut 8 Mining Corporation Ramps Up Fight Against Power Supplier
Hut 8 Mining sued Ontario over power supply to a newly built crypto mining plant.
Canadian Court Extends Rare Order, Freezes up to $20M in crypto to 'Freedom Convoy'
In Canada, Ontario Superior Court has ordered to freeze millions of dollars and cryptocurrencies linked to organizers of the Ottawa 'Freedom Convoy' protest by obtaining a so-called Mareva injunction.
Canada Security Regulator Approves Three Ethereum ETFs In A Single Day
The Ontario Securities Commission has made history again by approving three Ethereum exchange-traded funds in one day.