How to buy Hedera (HBAR) in Canada

With a market cap of $4,618,004,819.00 USD, Hedera ranks as the 35^th largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization in the world. It operates on the Hashgraph blockchain network. It is currently trading at a price of $0.11 USD per coin and trades using the cryptocurrency code HBAR.

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

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

Hedera (HBAR) summary

Current price	$0.11
All-time high	$0.57
All-time low	$0.0099
1-year price change	▼ -66.24%
Market cap	$4.62B
Market cap rank	#35
Total volume (24h)	$123.61M
Circulating supply	42,794,373,833
Max supply	50,000,000,000
Network	Hashgraph
Where to buy HBAR	Buy on Kraken

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

How to buy Hedera in 5 steps

The whole process of buying HBAR 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 Hedera in Canada:

1. Compare crypto exchanges

   The easiest way to buy Hedera 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 Hedera

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

5. Secure your Hedera

   Consider transferring your HBAR 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 Hedera in Canada

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

Hedera price

The recent Hedera (HBAR) price is $0.11 USD per coin, which is +1.83% higher than the previous day's trading price of $0.11 USD. Over the past 30 days, HBAR's price has changed by -5.09%, from $0.11 USD to the current price of $0.11 USD. Compared to this time last year, Hedera's price has seen a decrease of -66.24% to its value as a cryptocurrency.

What is Hedera's all-time high?

Hedera reached its all-time high of $0.57 USD on September 15, 2021, which was a +5,672.46% increase from its previous all-time low of $0.0099 USD, which it reached on January 2, 2020. It has since landed at its current price of $0.11 USD.

Historical Hedera price chart

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

Can I buy Hedera in Canada?

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

Because Hedera 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 Hedera?

Hedera Hashgraph is a public distributed ledger system. Hashgraph doesn't use a blockchain like most other cryptocurrencies. Instead, it uses a "gossip protocol" designed to facilitate high-speed transactions.

Hashgraph is the name of the technology itself. A hashgraph is just one way for computers to talk to each other, while a blockchain is a different way. Hashgraph was invented by a tech company called Swirlds, which then decided to create an entirely public version of this technology. This opened the door for anyone to appropriate the technology, which lends itself to applications like cryptocurrency.

Traditional blockchains work by packaging transactions into blocks and then having miners compete to process each block. By contrast, Hashgraph packages transactions as "events" on the fly and then just lets them wash through the network. When you make a transaction on Hashgraph, your computer will pack it into an event and communicate that event to 2 randomly chosen computers in the network. These 2 computers will then communicate that transaction to 2 more and so on. At this point, you will have blockchain-like levels of immutability and trustlessness.

The native token on this public hashgraph network is called HBAR.

What will I need to buy Hedera?

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 Hedera 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 Hedera with a credit card?

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

• Price of HBAR: $0.11 USD
• Purchase amount: 1000 HBAR
• Estimated exchange fee (3%): $3.23 USD
• Total cost: $110.76 USD

If it took you three months to pay off your Hedera purchase at a credit card interest rate of 19.99% APR, you would pay an additional $5.54 USD in interest on top of what you originally paid to buy Hedera.

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

Can I buy Hedera with a debit card?

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

To buy Hedera 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 Hedera crypto a good investment?

Prior to investing in any asset, it is important to conduct thorough due diligence so you understand the factors that may influence the price. In the case of HBAR, here are some things you should know:

• Hashgraph: As blockchain technology evolves, the community has seen the development of a wide number of alternatives to Satoshi Nakamoto's original vision. However, Hedera is one of the first cryptocurrencies to not use a blockchain at all.

  It is worthwhile assessing how Hedera's network works in comparison to other, smart-contract capable protocols such as Ethereum and Polygon. Hedera claims that its network can process more than 10,000 transactions per second with transaction fees of less than $0.0001 USD, which holds it in good stead relative to many blockchains.

• Token use-case: The HBAR token has two primary uses. Firstly, it is a utility token that is vital for the operation of the Hedera ecosystem, including smart contract deployment, executing transactions and storing data.

  Secondly, HBAR holders can stake their tokens to secure and maintain the economic functioning of the network.

• Governance: Hedera's governance structure is slightly different to many other decentralised protocols. The network does not use a decentralised autonomous organisation (DAO) and token holders do not typically vote on proposals.

  Instead, the direction of Hedera is dictated by a council comprising 20+ members from around the world. These council members are intended to represent a diverse range of business sectors to ensure decentralised decision-making that serves no one particular agenda.

  Those that prefer solely community-driven projects may want to consider alternatives to Hedera.

• Price volatility: Hedera's price is largely based on speculation, meaning it can rise or fall quickly. For example, Hedera's price has decreased by -1.73% 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 Hedera purchase order or moving Hedera 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 Hedera sent to the wrong address.

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

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Where to store your Hedera once you buy it

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

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

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

• How do I buy Hedera instantly?

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

  Hedera is currently worth $0.11 USD today. For some context, it was worth -66.24% 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