What is the best stock trading platform in Canada?

You'll need to consider your trading needs and prior investing experience to work out which stock trading platform is the best choice for you. Look for a broker with low or no commissions, a user-friendly trading platform, and access to the markets and assets you want to trade. You can also check out the best brokerage signup bonuses to help you choose between competing brokers.

Who bought E-Trade Canada?

E-Trade Canada was acquired by Scotiabank in 2008. The platform was relaunched in 2009 as Scotia iTrade.

Where can I get the E-Trade app?

The E-Trade mobile app is free to download from the App Store for iOS devices and Google Play for Android devices.

E-Trade is a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley, which completed its acquisition of the brokerage firm in 2020. Morgan Stanley is a global financial services firm headquartered in New York.

Is E-Trade good for beginners?

Yes. With $0 commission trading and a user-friendly platform, E-Trade is generally considered to be a good platform for new investors. Unfortunately, it's not available in Canada, so Canadian investors will need to consider the E-Trade alternatives featured in this guide.

Sean Cooper, Editorial Review Board at Finder

Sean Cooper

Editorial Review Board

Sean Cooper bought his first house when he was just 27 and paid off his mortgage at 30. An in-demand personal finance journalist, best-selling author and speaker, his articles have been featured in publications such as the Toronto Star, Globe and Mail, Financial Post, MoneySense and Tangerine’s Forward Thinking blog.

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