Is CIBC Investor's Edge free?

There are no account fees if you maintain a balance of more than $10,000 across all your Investor's Edge accounts. Stock and ETF trades normally cost $6.95, but this is discounted for active traders and students and waived for young investors.

How do I load funds into my CIBC Investor's Edge account?

Transfer funds electronically between CIBC accounts, or make a deposit in person at your local CIBC branch. If you need to transfer funds from another institution, complete an account transfer webform online or submit a standard transfer request form in person at a local branch or by mail.

How do I link a CIBC or Simplii Financial account to an Investor's Edge account?

You can link one CAD account and one USD account to your CIBC Investor's Edge account. To link a CIBC account to an Investor's Edge account for cash transfers, login and navigate to Account Settings then Bank Information . Select CIBC or Simplii Financial , and input your account details. Hit Link account to complete the process.

Can I trade stocks outside Canada and the US through CIBC Investor's Edge?

Yes, but you can only trade international (non-Canadian and non-US) stocks by phone. The commissions and fees vary depending on the market.

Does CIBC Investor's Edge support fractional share trading?

CIBC Investor's Edge offers access to fractional shares through Canadian Depositary Shares (CDS), which are foreign stocks traded on Canadian stock exchanges in CAD. CIBC's CDRs can cost around $20 per share, letting you invest in large publicly traded companies at a much lower cost than if you bought entire shares.