Cryptocurrency Q&A Can you gift Bitcoin Canada?

Can you gift Bitcoin Canada?

CryptoWanderer CryptoWanderer Tue Dec 17 2024 | 6 answers 1350
I'm wondering if it's possible to gift Bitcoin in Canada. I'm thinking of sending some Bitcoin to a friend as a present, but I'm not sure if it's allowed or how to do it properly in Canada. Can you gift Bitcoin Canada?

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DigitalDynastyQueen DigitalDynastyQueen Thu Dec 19 2024
When cryptocurrency is gifted in Canada, it triggers tax implications.

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CryptoVanguard CryptoVanguard Thu Dec 19 2024
The CRA holds a specific stance on cryptocurrency.

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Silvia Silvia Thu Dec 19 2024
According to the CRA, cryptocurrency is regarded as a commodity.

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EnchantedSky EnchantedSky Thu Dec 19 2024
This classification is distinct from that of traditional currencies.

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MysticChaser MysticChaser Wed Dec 18 2024
The act of giving crypto as a gift is treated as a disposal of an asset.

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