Matthew Burgoyne is a Partner and Chair of the Digital Assets and Blockchain Group at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, one of Canada’s leading business law firms. A pioneer in cryptocurrency and blockchain law, Matthew is recognized nationally and internationally for his work advising clients across the full spectrum of the digital asset ecosystem.

His practice spans private market financings, M&A, lending transactions, securities compliance, and regulatory issues related to digital currencies. He has played a key role in the formation and legal structuring of cryptocurrency exchanges, DeFi platforms, NFT projects, stablecoins, mining operations, and DAOs.

Ranked in Chambers FinTech (Canada) 2024, Matthew is frequently cited in global media including Bloomberg, Fortune, Reuters, Coindesk, and CBC, and is a respected voice on crypto policy and regulation in Canada. He also serves as an advisor to the Alberta Securities Commission’s New Economy Advisory Committee.

With deep technical insight and legal foresight, Matthew is helping shape the legal frameworks that will guide Canada’s digital finance future.