# Coinbase expansion in Canadian crypto markets

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/coinbase-expansion-in-canadian-crypto-markets
> Updated: 2026-09-02T16:17:26.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2.

Coinbase has expanded its presence in the Canadian digital asset market through strategic partnerships and new product launches.

Initially, Webull Canada announced it would expand its service offerings to include cryptocurrency trading via an infrastructure partnership with Coinbase. Utilizing Coinbase’s ‘Crypto-as-a-Service’ platform, Webull will allow customers to access assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, while Coinbase manages liquidity and custody.

Subsequently, Coinbase launched regulated crypto derivatives trading in Canada through Coinbase Financial Markets, a futures commission merchant registered with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. This marks the first time a major crypto-native platform has offered direct native crypto futures in the region.

The lineup includes 23 crypto perpetual and dated futures contracts tied to assets such as Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana, as well as five commodity futures linked to gold, silver, and oil, and index futures like the COIN50. These products utilize nano-sized positions and allow for leverage of up to 10x. Access is restricted to eligible sophisticated investors, such as registered investment advisers, dealers, or individuals with at least $5 million in net financial assets.

## Claims

- Coinbase has launched regulated crypto derivatives in Canada. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The offering includes 23 crypto perpetual and dated futures. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The lineup includes five commodity futures and the Coinbase 50 Index. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The service is provided via Coinbase Financial Markets, a futures commission merchant registered with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Contracts offer leverage of up to 10x and use nano-sized positions. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Access is restricted to eligible Canadian customers, such as those with at least $5 million in net financial assets or qualifying advisers and dealers. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Crypto ownership in Canada rose to 25% this year from 10% in 2023. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: Coinbase launches regulated crypto derivatives in Canada

Coinbase has launched regulated crypto derivatives in Canada, offering perpetual and dated futures with up to 10x leverage for eligible investors. The company is also seeking U.S. approval for stock perpetuals.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/coinbase-launches-regulated-crypto-derivatives-in-canada

### 2026-08-31: Webull Canada expands crypto services through Coinbase partnership

Webull Canada is launching cryptocurrency trading services by leveraging Coinbase’s Crypto-as-a-Service infrastructure for trading and custody, following rising digital asset demand in the country.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/coinbase-and-webull-expand-crypto-partnership-to-canada

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