Bitcoin ATM located in Highland Square. You can buy Bitcoin and other popular cryptocurrency at our ATM with cash. Localcoin is a Toronto-based company whose mission is to provide a simple buying & selling experience of digital currency for customers while upholding privacy standards across North America
Multiple people are being scammed at this machine , scammers are calling people and getting them to put money into this machine and threatening them. If you’re reading this looking for the bitcoin machine please know NO ONE WILL ASK YOU FOR MONEY OVER THE PHONE
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TheScotian
Mar 27, 2025
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Only thing iv seen this machine used for is old people being scammed by phone call scammers that use it's Google location to lure elderly people in.
Frequently Asked Questions About Localcoin Bitcoin ATM - Highland Square
What is Localcoin?
Localcoin is Canada’s largest cryptocurrency ATM network that enables customers to buy cryptocurrency with cash at a physical location. Customers can visit one of our 950+ physical ATMs at our retail locations, composed primarily of convenience stores and gas stations.
What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency, meaning it is not controlled by any government or central bank. Bitcoin can be used to buy goods and services online, and can also be held as an investment. Each Bitcoin is like a computer file that is stored in a 'digital wallet' app on a smartphone or computer. People can send Bitcoins to your digital wallet, and you can send Bitcoins to other people. Every single transaction is recorded in a public list called the blockchain.
What is a Bitcoin ATM?
A Bitcoin ATM is a machine that enables users to buy Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies using cash. It functions similarly to a traditional ATM, enabling users to deposit cash and receive Bitcoin in their wallet, or sell bitcoin and receive cash.
How do I use a Bitcoin ATM?
Step 1: Get a Bitcoin Wallet:
We recommend the following easy-to-use Bitcoin wallets downloadable from your app store: Trust Wallet, Exodus or Coinbase Wallet
You'll need to take this wallet (or a printed QR code) with you, to the machine.
Step 2: Visit a Localcoin Bitcoin ATM
All you need is your wallet’s address, QR code and cash!
Step 3: At the Machine
a. Tap the machine's touchscreen, then read the on-screen prompt.
b. Select your desired cryptocurrency. (Bitcoin, Ethereum, LTC, etc.)
c. In your wallet, find the QR code. This tells the machine where to send your Bitcoin once you've confirmed your purchase.
d. Hold it up to the machine's camera and wait for it to be scanned.
Step 4: Purchasing Your Bitcoins
a. After scanning the QR code, insert your CAD bills.
b. Confirm the amount on the screen to complete your purchase.
c. Please note that there will be a service fee, which varies based on the Bitcoin market.
Step 5: Receiving Your Bitcoins
Once you've confirmed your purchase, your Bitcoins will be sent to the address you provided.
Transactions are usually instantaneous but may take anywhere between 10–30 minutes, or even 1–2 hours in rare cases.
What is a Bitcoin/Crypto Wallet and how do I get one?
A crypto wallet is a necessary part of holding and transacting crypto coins. To send or receive any kind of coin, you’ll need a secure wallet that’s just for cryptocurrency. These specialized wallets:
1. Exist to keep track of coin ownership
2. Help generate the public addresses you’ll need to make transactions.
3. Don’t hold your coins like a traditional wallet does; instead, your Bitcoin, Ether, Litecoin, etc. all exist on the blockchain — your crypto wallet simply gives you access to them.
You can download a crypto wallet from your app store, some easy-to-use mobile wallets include Trust Wallet and Blue Wallet.
What are the limits for purchasing Bitcoin?
The minimum amount of Bitcoins (and other coins) you can buy from a Localcoin ATM is $20 CAD. The maximum is $995 per transaction, with at most 5 transactions per day.
What payment methods are accepted?
We only accept Canadian cash bills. For other payment methods such as debit/credit cards, you can purchase online by visiting our website at localcoinatm.com
What other cryptocurrency coins do you sell at your Bitcoin ATMs?
We sell Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Ripple, USDC, and Tether at our ATMs.
What is Localcoin and what services does it offer?
Localcoin is Canada’s largest cryptocurrency ATM network that enables customers to buy cryptocurrency with cash at over 950 physical ATM locations, primarily in convenience stores and gas stations.
How can I buy Bitcoin using the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM at Highland Square?
To buy Bitcoin, get a crypto wallet app like Trust Wallet or Coinbase Wallet, visit the ATM with your wallet's QR code and cash, scan the QR code on the ATM, insert your CAD bills, confirm the purchase, and your Bitcoins will be sent to your wallet, usually within 10-30 minutes.
What cryptocurrencies can I purchase at the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM in Highland Square?
You can buy Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Ripple, USDC, and Tether from the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM.
What are the limits for purchasing Bitcoin at the Localcoin ATM?
The minimum purchase amount is $20 CAD, and the maximum is $995 per transaction, with up to 5 transactions allowed per day.
What payment methods are accepted at the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM?
Only Canadian cash bills are accepted at the ATM. For debit/credit card purchases, customers should visit the Localcoin website.
What are the operating hours of the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM at Highland Square?
The ATM operates Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 20:00, Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00, and Sunday from 00:00 to 17:00 local time.
Where is the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM located within New Glasgow?
The Localcoin Bitcoin ATM is located at 689 Westville Road inside Highland Square Mall, New Glasgow, NS, B2H 2J6, Canada.
What nearby stores can I visit when I go to the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM at Highland Square?
Nearby stores include clothing stores such as Pseudio, Eclipse, and Reitmans, as well as Boston Pizza for dining, and Indigo bookstore for shopping.
Are there convenient places nearby to grab a coffee before or after using the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM?
Yes, you can visit Tim Hortons coffee shop located nearby in Highland Square Mall, which is great for coffee or snacks before or after using the ATM.
Is there an ATM nearby in case I need cash to use at the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM?
Yes, there is a TD Canada Trust ATM located nearby within Highland Square Mall, which can be convenient to withdraw Canadian cash to use at the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM.