How to buy Arbitrum (ARB) in Canada

With a market cap of $983,095,512.00 USD, Arbitrum ranks as the 97^th largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization in the world. It is currently trading at a price of $0.17 USD per coin and trades using the cryptocurrency code ARB.

Arbitrum is a highly volatile asset capable of major price swings in a single day. So before you buy Arbitrum, make sure you understand these unique risks as well as its tax and legal status in Canada.

If you want to buy Arbitrum in Canada or track its performance, keep reading to see the latest ARB price, market cap and trading volume along with a step-by-step guide on how to invest in ARB crypto in Canada.

Arbitrum (ARB) summary

Current price	$0.17
All-time high	$2.39
All-time low	$0.16
1-year price change	▼ -73.24%
Market cap	$983.10M
Market cap rank	#97
Total volume (24h)	$88.69M
Circulating supply	5,826,785,045
Max supply	10,000,000,000
Where to buy ARB	Buy on Kraken

All monetary values in this table are in USD and were last updated on January 28, 2026.

How to buy Arbitrum in 5 steps

The whole process of buying ARB can take as little as 15 minutes, and all you need is a smartphone or computer, an internet connection, photo identification and a means of payment. Follow these five steps to learn how to buy Arbitrum in Canada:

1. Compare crypto exchanges

   The easiest way to buy Arbitrum is through a cryptocurrency exchange. Choose an exchange that offers low fees, a user-friendly platform or 24-hour customer support. You can easily see top picks in our guide to the best crypto exchanges in Canada, or compare options below.

2. Create an account

   To create an account on an exchange, you will need to provide an email address, come up with a strong password and verify your identity through a process called KYC, which requires government-issued photo ID.

3. Make a deposit

   Once verified, you can deposit CAD using the payment method that best suits you. Common methods like Interac e-Transfer, bank wire and debit card payments are widely accepted on Canadian-friendly exchanges.

4. Buy Arbitrum

   You can now exchange your funds for Arbitrum. On beginner-friendly exchanges, this is as simple as searching for the coin name (Arbitrum) or its crypto code (ARB), entering the CAD or ARB amount you want to purchase and clicking "Buy."

5. Secure your Arbitrum

   Consider transferring your ARB to help protect against hacks, scams, platforms going bankrupt and other risks of keeping crypto on an exchange.

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Where to buy Arbitrum in Canada

We've curated a list of legitimate crypto exchanges below where you can buy Arbitrum in Canada to help you compare deposit methods, supported fiat currencies and fees.

Arbitrum price

The recent Arbitrum (ARB) price is $0.17 USD per coin, which is -1.69% lower than the previous day's trading price of $0.17 USD. Over the past 30 days, ARB's price has changed by -12.04%, from $0.19 USD to the current price of $0.17 USD. Compared to this time last year, Arbitrum's price has seen a decrease of -73.24% to its value as a cryptocurrency.

What is Arbitrum's all-time high?

Arbitrum reached its all-time high of $2.39 USD on January 12, 2024. After that, it dropped by -93.12% to its all-time low of $0.16 USD on January 25, 2026. It has since climbed back up to its current price of $0.17 USD.

Historical Arbitrum price chart

You can use this chart to track ARB price performance over time.

Can I buy Arbitrum in Canada?

Yes, you can buy Arbitrum in Canada. Simply open an account with a crypto exchange that operates in Canada and supports Arbitrum—like the ones in our curated list above—and place a "buy" order. For example, Kraken supports Arbitrum and is a registered crypto exchange in Canada.

Because Arbitrum is decentralized, it isn't tied to any single country. That means you can buy and sell it from anywhere in the world, including Canada, as long as you have internet access.

What is Arbitrum?

Developed by Offchain Labs, Arbitrum (ARB) is a Layer-2 scaling solution designed to improve the efficiency and performance of decentralised applications (dApps) on the Ethereum blockchain.

Arbitrum uses a technique called Optimistic Rollups, which bundles multiple transactions off-chain, significantly reducing the amount of data processed on the Ethereum blockchain.

This technology allows dApps to operate faster and at a fraction of the cost of the Ethereum blockchain, all the while inheriting its network security.

Arbitrum's mainnet beta was first launched in May 2021. Over almost two years, the network underwent extensive testing, received updates and facilitated millions of transactions, solidifying Arbitrum's position as one of the most popular networks in the crypto space.

In March 2023, the long-awaited Arbitrum token (ARB) was airdropped to early adopters of the network and listed on many major exchanges. The ARB token is used to facilitate network governance.

What will I need to buy Arbitrum?

To create an account with your chosen crypto platform, you only need an email address or mobile number. This will usually allow you to deposit cryptocurrency, but not CAD.

If you want to buy Arbitrum with Canadian dollars, you'll need to pass a Know Your Customer (KYC) check.

This is a standard security procedure for most exchanges in Canada and requires you to upload government-issued photo ID, and, in some cases, a selfie with today's date.

KYC is usually approved instantly, but in rare cases, you may have to wait a few hours or days.

Can I buy Arbitrum with a credit card?

Several crypto exchanges in Canada accept credit cards as an instant purchase method. However, before buying Arbitrum with a credit card, you should be aware of the additional cost and risks involved.

For instance, credit card fees are usually higher than bank transfers or e‑Transfers. Some card issuers may even block cryptocurrency transactions or treat them as cash advances, which are more expensive. Plus, if you don't pay off your credit card within your statement period, you may end up paying interest on your card balance and losing money if the price moves quickly.

For example, if you were to use a credit card to buy Arbitrum, you could end up paying this:

• Price of ARB: $0.17 USD
• Purchase amount: 1000 ARB
• Estimated exchange fee (3%): $5.05 USD
• Total cost: $173.51 USD

If it took you three months to pay off your Arbitrum purchase at a credit card interest rate of 19.99% APR, you would pay an additional $8.67 USD in interest on top of what you originally paid to buy Arbitrum.

This example can help you compare the relative cost of buying Arbitrum with a credit card versus other lower‑fee methods like Interac e-Transfers.

You can check the table of Canadian crypto exchanges above to see which ones accept credit cards for buying Arbitrum, or visit our guide on buying crypto with a credit card for more details.

Can I buy Arbitrum with a debit card?

Yes, it is possible to buy Arbitrum with a debit card, as most Canadian crypto exchanges accept debit cards as an instant payment method.

To buy Arbitrum with a debit card, you'll typically need to go through the standard steps to purchase crypto on your preferred platform and then select debit from the list of payment options (e.g. Interac e-Transfer, debit card, credit card) before completing your purchase.

Just note that there are often higher fees for crypto purchases with cards (both debit and credit) compared to paying with Interac e-Transfer or with another cryptocurrency.

Is buying Arbitrum crypto a good investment?

Since its launch, the Arbitrum ecosystem has become one of the most popular. It has over 200 dApps built on its network and consistently holds over 2 billion in total value locked (TVL)

While the Arbitrum airdrop, token release and ecosystem adoption were major positive catalysts, there are some things to consider before investing in ARB:

• Ethereum dependence.While Arbitrum aims to improve Ethereum's transaction processing time and network costs, it operates as a Layer 2 blockchain. This means that it is essentially dependent on the Ethereum network and has the potential to be positively or negatively impacted by the price of ETH, future development advancements or news catalysts.
• Competitor projects.Layer 2 scaling solutions have grown in popularity in recent years as projects aim to deliver the best solution to Ethereum's network downfalls.

  While Arbitrum is amongst the first projects to utilise optimistic rollups, competitors are aplenty. Optimism (OP) released its token in 2022 and has recently partnered with Coinbase and its Base project.

  Zero-knowledge proofs are also gaining traction, with Polygon (MATIC) soon to release a zkEVM.

• Short term holders.Arbitrum's ARB token was released as a network governance token, meaning it has a strong utility and incentivises holders. However, with a large portion - approximately 1 billion tokens or 11.5% of the total supply - distributed via an airdrop to early network users, traders may choose to sell their 'free' tokens, applying negative pressure to the market.

• Price volatility: Arbitrum's price is largely based on speculation, meaning it can rise or fall quickly. For example, Arbitrum's price has decreased by -11.20% in just the last seven days.

• Transactions can't be reversed: Once you submit a transaction to the crypto network, it can't be cancelled or reversed. Double-check the receiving address before submitting a Arbitrum purchase order or moving Arbitrum off an exchange. One good way to do this is to verify the first and last four digits of the wallet address before sending. There is no way to refund Arbitrum sent to the wrong address.

• Regulatory uncertainty: The regulatory environment for Arbitrum and other cryptocurrencies is constantly changing. It's important to understand how international rulings have the potential to impact Arbitrum's future—for better or worse.

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Where to store your Arbitrum once you buy it

There are two main options for storing Arbitrum once you've bought it—keep it on an exchange or store it in your own personal wallet. Take a look at our guide to the best crypto wallets in Canada to see our top picks.

While it can be more convenient to leave your Arbitrum on an exchange, you're vulnerable to risk if the exchange gets hacked or compromised in another way.

It's generally much safer to store your crypto on a software or hardware wallet, which gives you full control and custody of your coins.

How is Arbitrum taxed in Canada?

Like all crypto, Arbitrum is considered a commodity for tax purposes by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). That means it will be taxed similarly to other investments like stocks and ETFs.

Money you get from selling Arbitrum can be treated as income or capital gains. That said, the CRA will tax crypto profits differently if you're a casual Arbitrum buyer than if your crypto profits are classified as business income.

You can learn more about how crypto taxes work in our guide to crypto tax in Canada.

Bottom line

Keep in mind that buying Arbitrum can be risky. But if you decide to invest in Arbitrum, look for a regulated crypto exchange in Canada that supports ARB, and make sure to store your crypto securely.

Once you've bought Arbitrum, think about your short and long-term goals. Crypto markets can be very volatile, so keep an eye on Arbitrum's price over time to decide whether to keep it on an exchange, sell it or move it to your wallet.

Frequently asked questions about buying Arbitrum in Canada

• How do I buy Arbitrum instantly?

  You can quickly purchase Arbitrum on trading platforms like Kraken or Paybis. If you already have a funded account with an exchange like this, then you can buy Arbitrum instantly.

  Otherwise, many crypto exchanges also offer an "instant buy" feature using a credit card. However, be warned that this comes with higher fees and other added risks. Use our list of exchanges to look for a platform that offers various types of deposits to get started.

• What is Arbitrum worth today?

  Arbitrum is currently worth $0.17 USD today. For some context, it was worth -73.24% less a year ago.

• How are crypto exchanges regulated in Canada?

  Crypto exchanges operating in Canada are required to register with the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC). This agency safeguards the Canadian financial system by working to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes.

  Many crypto trading platforms in Canada have taken the added step of registering with the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA), which creates and enforces policies designed to help protect investors from unfair and fraudulent market activity.

  Exchanges that are registered with the CSA and FINTRAC are:

  • Subject to federal regulation and laws
  • More likely to offer regional customer support
  • More likely to support CAD transactions and local payment methods like EFTs and bank transfers