
Canada Moves to Ban Crypto Political Donations Under Bill C-25
Bill C-25, the Strong and Free Elections Act, passed its second reading in Canada's House of Commons on April 17, 2026. The legislation would prohibit political parties and candidates from accepting cryptocurrency donations, addressing concerns about traceability and compliance with campaign finance limits. First introduced on March 26, the bill represents a broader overhaul of election laws aimed at strengthening transparency and reducing foreign interference risk. No date has been set for committee review.
