How to buy Fantom (FTM) in Canada

Fantom (FTM) summary

Current price	$0.070
All-time high	$3.46
All-time low	$0.0019
1-year price change	▼ -85.28%
Market cap rank	#null
Total volume (24h)	$0.00M
Max supply	3,175,000,000
Network	Opera

All monetary values in this table are in USD and were last updated on January 27, 2026.

How to buy Fantom in 5 steps

The whole process of buying FTM 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 Fantom in Canada:

1. Compare crypto exchanges

   The easiest way to buy Fantom 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 Fantom

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

5. Secure your Fantom

   Consider transferring your FTM 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 Fantom in Canada

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

Fantom price

The recent Fantom (FTM) price is $0.070 USD per coin, which is -2.74% lower than the previous day's trading price of $0.072 USD. Over the past 30 days, FTM's price has changed by -9.58%, from $0.077 USD to the current price of $0.070 USD. Compared to this time last year, Fantom's price has seen a decrease of -85.28% to its value as a cryptocurrency.

What is Fantom's all-time high?

Fantom reached its all-time high of $3.46 USD on October 28, 2021, which was a +181,787.95% increase from its previous all-time low of $0.0019 USD, which it reached on March 13, 2020. It has since landed at its current price of $0.070 USD.

Historical Fantom price chart

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

Can I buy Fantom in Canada?

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

Because Fantom 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 Fantom?

Fantom is a high throughput smart contract platform for building digital assets and decentralised applications. DeFi is prevalent within Fantom as users can supply liquidity, mint assets, lend and borrow, and trade with one another. Fantom is based on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), which means that if you're familiar with interacting with Ethereum, then you will not have a problem figuring out the features within Fantom. The core token of the blockchain is FTM.

What will I need to buy Fantom?

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 Fantom 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 Fantom with a credit card?

Several crypto exchanges in Canada accept credit cards as an instant purchase method. However, before buying Fantom 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 Fantom, you could end up paying this:

• Price of FTM: $0.070 USD
• Purchase amount: 1000 FTM
• Estimated exchange fee (3%): $2.10 USD
• Total cost: $72.04 USD

If it took you three months to pay off your Fantom purchase at a credit card interest rate of 19.99% APR, you would pay an additional $3.60 USD in interest on top of what you originally paid to buy Fantom.

This example can help you compare the relative cost of buying Fantom 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 Fantom, or visit our guide on buying crypto with a credit card for more details.

Can I buy Fantom with a debit card?

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

To buy Fantom 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 Fantom crypto a good investment?

If you are wondering whether to buy Fantom or any other cryptocurrency, make sure you understand the risks involved. Here are some points to take into consideration:

Similarity. Fantom has a lot in common with many other blockchain, cryptocurrency, and DeFi platforms.

This is positive as the learning curve for understanding how to use Fantom is small if you're familiar with Ethereum or Binance Smart Chain

Market share. It remains to be seen whether or not Fantom can solidify its position in the DeFi market, as the space is already very competative

Ecosystem. Fantom has built a compelling and well functioning ecosystem of tokens and dApps, all centered around FTM

• Price volatility: Fantom's price is largely based on speculation, meaning it can rise or fall quickly. For example, Fantom's price has decreased by -13.86% 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 Fantom purchase order or moving Fantom 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 Fantom sent to the wrong address.

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

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Where to store your Fantom once you buy it

There are two main options for storing Fantom 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 Fantom 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 Fantom taxed in Canada?

Like all crypto, Fantom 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 Fantom can be treated as income or capital gains. That said, the CRA will tax crypto profits differently if you're a casual Fantom 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 Fantom can be risky. But if you decide to invest in Fantom, look for a regulated crypto exchange in Canada that supports FTM, and make sure to store your crypto securely.

Once you've bought Fantom, think about your short and long-term goals. Crypto markets can be very volatile, so keep an eye on Fantom'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 Fantom in Canada

• How do I buy Fantom instantly?

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

  Fantom is currently worth $0.07 USD today. For some context, it was worth -85.28% 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