{"id":1056210,"date":"2025-04-02T15:42:22","date_gmt":"2025-04-02T19:42:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/?p=1056210"},"modified":"2026-10-31T01:08:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T05:08:41","slug":"commission-free-stock-trading","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/commission-free-stock-trading","title":{"rendered":"The best Commission-Free Stock Trading Platforms in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If your broker offers commission-free stock trading, you pay $0 brokerage fees whenever you buy and sell stocks and ETFs online. And while fee-free trading was once a rare thing indeed, it\u2019s now the norm across a wide range of trading platforms.<\/p><p>But where can you find the best commission-free stock trading in Canada? We compared leading fee-free trading platforms to find the answer.<\/p><h3>Is stock trading free in Canada?<\/h3><p>Stock trading can be free in Canada, if you sign up with one of the increasing number of Canadian trading platforms now offering commission-free trading. Wealthsimple started the trend of $0 brokerage fees in 2019, and plenty of other brokerages\u2014including some major banks\u2014have since followed suit.<\/p><p>But brokerage fees aren\u2019t the only cost you need to worry about when trading stocks online. Depending on the broker, you might also have to watch out for foreign exchange fees, withdrawal fees, account maintenance fees, market data fees and more.<\/p><p>So while the term \u201cfree\u201d is accurate, it comes with an asterisk attached.<\/p><h3 id=\"the-best-commission-free-trading-platforms-in-canada\">The best commission-free trading platforms in Canada<\/h3><p>We crunched the numbers and compared the features of fee-free brokers to find the best $0 commission trading platforms in Canada. 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data-sorted=\"false\" data-sorting=\"\" data-pagination-nav=\"20\" data-pagination-nav-offset=\"0\" data-pagination-nav-next-offset=\"\" data-pagination-nav-prev-offset=\"0\" data-product-count=\"6\" data-manual-sponsored-count=\"\" data-include-inactive=\"false\" data-table-filter-presets=\"4d124cdc01688544b89b2115a5ef06ed55b03a60004da04895442b8f2d394022\" data-table-record-type=\"product\" data-table-record-ids='[\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\",\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\",\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\",\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\",\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\",\"22cbd34f-64a7-4d34-aed0-8b85d7de1e18\"]' data-total-data=\"6\" data-enable-top-filters=\"false\" data-gte-enabled-variants=\"table_share_pill_1\" data-total-product-count=\"6\" data-sponsored-placements=\"0\" data-rewards-campaign-names=\"qtrade|invest|oct-2026~cafst\" data-rewards-component=\"template-products\" data-override-table-position-configuration=\"false\"><tbody><tr data-product-id=\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\" data-provider-id=\"454d7252-dbd4-40b4-a44c-d96e4a110307\" data-product-name=\"Questrade\" data-provider-name=\"Questrade\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/questrade-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6a6d143f25d8d.png\" alt=\"Questrade logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6a6d143f25d8d.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6a6d143f25d8d.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6a6d143f25d8d.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6a6d143f25d8d.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6a6d143f25d8d.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/questrade-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Questrade<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                       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                                                                                                                                                                          \" data-sortvalue=\"1.5%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        1.5%\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Min. Deposit\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__feature--longtext comparison-table__feature--offer sorter-false \" data-sortvalue=\"\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper comparison-table__product-offer js-calculator-table-value\" data-heading=\"Default Offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\">\n                Get $50 cash back when you open a Questrade self-directed investing account through Finder. T&amp;Cs apply.\n            <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"js-comparison-table__save-button comparison-table__save-button\" aria-label=\"Save\" aria-pressed=\"false\" title=\"Save\"><\/button><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/questrade-ca-share-trading-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22best-card%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22best_ca_stock_trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%227a6d00bb-ebf8-48c0-ad8d-9f4d02921c4e%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BLow-cost%2Band%2Bcommission-free%2Bstock%2Btrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221794083335%22%2C%22position%22%3A%221%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223803%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%227752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Questrade%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%221056210%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fcommission-free-stock-trading%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to Questrade's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Questrade\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\" value=\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}                                       9.6                    Excellent                                            Questrade            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"best-card__container\"><div class=\"best-card__content\"><div class=\"why-we-like-it\"><h4 class=\"why-we-like-it__heading\">Why we like it<\/h4><p class=\"why-we-like-it__content\"><\/p><ul><li><strong>What\u2019s commission-free:<\/strong> Canadian and US stocks and ETFs, US-listed equity options, GICs, IPOs and new issues.<\/li><li><strong>What isn't:<\/strong> International equities, US-listed index options, Canadian-listed equity and index options, mutual funds, bonds, precious metals, forex, CFDs.<\/li><\/ul><p>Independent Canadian brokerage Questrade has been offering trading services since 1999, but it announced the switch to a $0 commission trading model in February 2025. You can trade Canadian and US stocks and ETFs commission-free, and there\u2019s no minimum deposit required. Questrade supports fractional share trading too, while it also has a separate Pro platform to suit more advanced traders. That\u2019s why we think it\u2019s the best overall commission-free stock trading platform.<\/p><p><strong>Core trading costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Canadian stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><li><strong>US stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0 (no fees for USD accounts).<\/li><li><strong>FX\/conversion cost:<\/strong> 1.5% (share journaling also available).<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Platform-specific fees &amp; potential costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Currency conversion options:<\/strong> Accounts support CAD and USD at no extra cost (supports Norbert's Gambit, share journaling costs $9.95 but is free for Questrade Plus members).<\/li><li><strong>Options:<\/strong> $0 US-listed equity options (USD $0 + USD$0.99 per contract for US index options, $0 + $0.99 per contract for Canadian equity and index options).<\/li><li><strong>Account &amp; admin fees:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><li><strong>Transfers &amp; withdrawals:<\/strong> Free withdrawals available, but fees of $20 or USD$30 apply to wire transfer withdrawals ($150 account transfer fee, $100 registered account plan deregistration fee).<\/li><li><strong>ECN\/order-routing fees:<\/strong> $0 (ECN fees only apply to direct routed orders to selected US exchanges, US OTC orders and US orders filled in the overnight trading session).<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Other costs to know<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Other assets:<\/strong> Bonds $24.95, mutual funds $9.95, international equities 1% (minimum USD$195), precious metals USD $19.95, Questrade Gold 0.25%.<\/li><li><strong>Market data:<\/strong> Free real-time data ($9.95\/month for direct Level 1 streaming data for US exchanges, USD$44.95\/month for Level 2 data for US and Canadian exchanges).<\/li><li><strong>Margin:<\/strong> 7.70% \u2013 8.70% for CAD, 10.50% \u2013 11.50% for USD  (tiered rate structure for amounts of more or less than $100,000).<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\">\n\t\t\tPros &amp; cons\n\t\t\t<svg class=\"luna-icon pros-cons__indicator\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#chevron-down\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"pros-cons__details\" id=\"pros-cons__7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\"><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--pros\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUser-friendly app\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTrade Canadian and US stocks and ETFs commission-free\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tReal-time quotes\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAdvanced trading fees also available\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--cons\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAn Electronic Communication Network (ECN) fee may apply to some trades\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHigh minimum investment requirement for bonds, GICs and IPOs\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3 id=\"best-commission-free-platform-for-a-well-rounded-experience\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best commission-free platform for a well-rounded experience<\/h3><table class=\"best-cards-table comparison-table f1-clarity-header has-sidepeek js-paginated-table-sorter paginated-table-sorter    has-combined-column-header  combined-column-header-grid js-calculator-table rewards--container loyalty-rewards--container\" id=\"comparison-table-0000000000-2\" data-has-sidepeek=\"true\" data-rendered-as=\"best-cards\" data-niche=\"cafst\" data-table-record-type=\"product\" data-rewards-campaign-names=\"qtrade|invest|oct-2026~cafst\" data-rewards-component=\"template-products\"><tbody><tr data-product-id=\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\" data-provider-id=\"14cd3df6-5687-41d6-8bfe-b94515e6e4b2\" data-product-name=\"Qtrade Direct Investing\" data-provider-name=\"Qtrade\" data-rewards-campaign-name=\"qtrade|invest|oct-2026~cafst\" data-should-show-rewards=\"true\" data-eligibility-criteria-shown=\"true\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row   rewards--element-container\"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header  rewards-row f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/qtrade-direct-investing-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6acfa39c0b3c7.png\" alt=\"Qtrade logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6acfa39c0b3c7.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6acfa39c0b3c7.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6acfa39c0b3c7.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6acfa39c0b3c7.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/6acfa39c0b3c7.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3; 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class=\"finder-reward-stack__reward\"><p class=\"finder-reward-criteria__text\"><strong>Finder Rewards: <\/strong>Join Finder then open a new Qtrade Direct Investing account through Finder as a new Qtrade client and fund it with a deposit that settles by the end of the promotion to receive an $80 digital Visa gift card. Ends 30 Nov 2026. <a class=\"finder-reward-criteria__tc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/finder-rewards\/finder-qtrade-promotion-terms-and-conditions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">T&amp;Cs apply<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><span class=\"finder-reward-stack__plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><div class=\"finder-reward-stack__offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\">\n            Earn up to $5,000 in cashback (+$100 quick-pay bonus) when you open and fund a new Qtrade account. <b>Valid until January 5, 2027<\/b>. T&amp;Cs apply.\n        <\/span><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"js-comparison-table__save-button comparison-table__save-button\" aria-label=\"Save\" aria-pressed=\"false\" title=\"Save\"><\/button><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.1,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/qtrade-ca-stock-trading-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22best-card%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22best_ca_stock_trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%227a6d00bb-ebf8-48c0-ad8d-9f4d02921c4e%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BLow-cost%2Band%2Bcommission-free%2Bstock%2Btrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221794083335%22%2C%22position%22%3A%222%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2221989%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%224683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Qtrade%2BDirect%2BInvesting%22%2C%22finder_reward%22%3A%221%22%2C%22finder_reward_campaign_name%22%3A%22qtrade%257Cinvest%257Coct-2026%257Ecafst%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%221056210%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fcommission-free-stock-trading%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium rewards--cta rewards--record-id-4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37 button--cta\" title=\"Go to Qtrade's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Qtrade Direct Investing\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.1,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\" value=\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}                                       9.1                    Excellent                                            Qtrade Direct Investing            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.1,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"best-card__container\"><div class=\"best-card__content\"><div class=\"why-we-like-it\"><h4 class=\"why-we-like-it__heading\">Why we like it<\/h4><p class=\"why-we-like-it__content\"><\/p><ul><li><strong>What\u2019s commission-free:<\/strong> Canadian and US stocks and ETFs, mutual funds.<\/li><li><strong>What isn't:<\/strong> Options, fixed income and exchange-traded debentures.<\/li><\/ul><p>Founded in 1999, Qtrade is another Canadian broker that has made a recent switch to commission-free trading. In October 2025, Qtrade scrapped brokerage fees on US and Canadian stock and ETF trades, and reduced options trading fees to $0 + $0.75 per contract. It scrapped quarterly account maintenance fees at the same time, resulting in a big reduction in costs for Canadian investors. Combine that with Qtrade\u2019s impressive range of research and analysis tools and you get one of the best commission-free trading platforms in Canada.<\/p><p><strong>Core trading costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Canadian stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><li><strong>US stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><li><strong>FX\/conversion cost:<\/strong> Not specified (spread varies depending on the amount being converted).<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Platform-specific fees &amp; potential costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Currency conversion options:<\/strong> Supports USD accounts and Norbert\u2019s Gambit (No fees for non-registered USD accounts, but registered USD accounts have a $15 quarterly fee. $0 share journaling).<\/li><li><strong>Options:<\/strong> $0 + $0.75\/contract (options assignments are subject to a flat $30 assignment fee).<\/li><li><strong>Account &amp; admin fees:<\/strong> $0. (USD$15 quarterly fee for registered USD accounts).<\/li><li><strong>Transfers &amp; withdrawals:<\/strong> $0 withdrawals ($150 account transfer fee, $125 registered account plan deregistration fee).<\/li><li><strong>ECN\/order-routing fees:<\/strong> $0 (fees only apply when they are incurred due to repeated, high\u2011volume trades on the active side of the Canadian market).<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Other costs to know<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Other assets:<\/strong> Fixed income and exchange-traded debentures $1 per $1,000 face value (minimum $24.99).<\/li><li><strong>Market data:<\/strong> Free real-time quotes, with Level 2 quotes available for all Canadian exchanges during order execution (but not for US markets).<\/li><li><strong>Margin:<\/strong> 5.45% \u2013 6% for CAD, 8% \u2013 8.55% for USD (tiered rate structure for balances up to $99,999 or $100,000+)<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\">\n\t\t\tPros &amp; cons\n\t\t\t<svg class=\"luna-icon pros-cons__indicator\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#chevron-down\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"pros-cons__details\" id=\"pros-cons__4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\"><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--pros\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGo with this platform if you want an app designed for beginner-to-intermediate-level investors\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRegulated by CIRO (formerly IIROC), CIPF member (through its parent company, Aviso Financial)\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--cons\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLook elsewhere if you want to trade on a variety of global markets\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3 id=\"best-commission-free-trading-for-young-investors\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best commission-free trading for young investors<\/h3><table class=\"best-cards-table comparison-table f1-clarity-header has-sidepeek js-paginated-table-sorter paginated-table-sorter    has-combined-column-header  combined-column-header-grid js-calculator-table rewards--container loyalty-rewards--container\" id=\"comparison-table-0000000000-3\" data-has-sidepeek=\"true\" data-rendered-as=\"best-cards\" data-niche=\"cafst\" data-table-record-type=\"product\" data-rewards-campaign-names=\"qtrade|invest|oct-2026~cafst\" data-rewards-component=\"template-products\"><tbody><tr data-product-id=\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\" data-provider-id=\"7f832116-0814-489c-af71-1bc4f6109d6e\" data-product-name=\"CIBC Investor's Edge\" data-provider-name=\"CIBC\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/cibc-investors-edge-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png\" alt=\"CIBC logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">7.9<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/cibc-investors-edge-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">CIBC Investor's Edge<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">7.9<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"$6.95\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $6.95\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"$0 if conditions are met, or $100\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0 if conditions are met, or $100\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"0.2%\u20131.6%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        0.2%\u20131.6%\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Min. Deposit\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__feature--longtext comparison-table__feature--offer sorter-false \" data-sortvalue=\"\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper comparison-table__product-offer js-calculator-table-value\" data-heading=\"Default Offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\">\n                Young investors 18 to 24 get <strong>free online Canadian and US stock and ETF trades<\/strong> and a <strong>$0 annual fee<\/strong> using CIBC Investor\u2019s Edge and a chequing account with CIBC Smart Start. T&amp;Cs apply.\n            <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"js-comparison-table__save-button comparison-table__save-button\" aria-label=\"Save\" aria-pressed=\"false\" title=\"Save\"><\/button><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":7.9,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/cibc-investors-edge-secure-share-trading-ca.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22best-card%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22best_ca_stock_trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%227a6d00bb-ebf8-48c0-ad8d-9f4d02921c4e%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BLow-cost%2Band%2Bcommission-free%2Bstock%2Btrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221794083335%22%2C%22position%22%3A%223%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2219447%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%22d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22CIBC%2BInvestor%2527s%2BEdge%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%221056210%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fcommission-free-stock-trading%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to CIBC's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about CIBC Investor's Edge\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":7.9,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\" value=\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}                                       7.9                    Great                                            CIBC Investor's Edge            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":7.9,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"best-card__container\"><div class=\"best-card__content\"><div class=\"why-we-like-it\"><h4 class=\"why-we-like-it__heading\">Why we like it<\/h4><p class=\"why-we-like-it__content\"><\/p><ul><li><strong>What\u2019s commission-free:<\/strong> Canadian and US stocks and ETFs, money market mutual funds.<\/li><li><strong>What isn't:<\/strong> Options, all other mutual funds, fixed income and money market investments, international equities, gold and silver certificates.<\/li><\/ul><p>CIBC Investor\u2019s Edge\u2019s standard trading commission is $6.95 per trade. But if you\u2019re under 25 and have a CIBC Smart Start chequing account, you can trade Canadian and US stocks and ETFs commission-free. There are no minimum balance requirements or account fees to worry about, while young investors also get access to free market data and trading webinars. All of this makes Investor\u2019s Edge a great choice for young and beginner investors.<\/p><p><strong>Core trading costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Canadian stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0 (must be under 25 and have a chequing account with CIBC Smart Start).<\/li><li><strong>US stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0 (must be under 25 and have a chequing account with CIBC Smart Start, USD accounts available).<\/li><li><strong>FX\/conversion cost:<\/strong> 0.2% \u2013 1.6% (tiered fee structure, highest fee applies to transactions of less than $25,000, lowest fee applies to transactions of $250,000 or more).<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Platform-specific fees &amp; potential costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Currency conversion options:<\/strong> Supports CAD and USD ($0 USD account fees). | Supports Norbert's Gambit ($0 share journaling fee).<\/li><li><strong>Options:<\/strong> $6.95 + $1.25\/contract (same fee applies for regular investors).<\/li><li><strong>Account &amp; admin fees:<\/strong> $0 (regular investors pay a $100 annual fee if the total balance of their accounts is $10,000 or less).<\/li><li><strong>Transfers &amp; withdrawals:<\/strong> $0 withdrawal fees ($135 account transfer fee, $100 registered account plan deregistration fee).<\/li><li><strong>ECN\/order-routing fees:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Other costs to know<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Other assets:<\/strong> Mutual funds $6.95, international equities have a minimum commission of $250, bonds $25 \u2013 $250, gold and silver certificates 1\/4 of 1% to 1.5% of value.<\/li><li><strong>Market data:<\/strong> Free real-time quotes ($110.50\/month for Level 2 data, fee waived if you make 30 or more trades per quarter).<\/li><li><strong>Margin:<\/strong> 4.75% \u2013 6.25% for CAD, 7.25% \u2013 8.75% for USD (tiered rate structure, highest fee on balances less than $100,000, lowest fee on balances of $1 million and up).<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\">\n\t\t\tPros &amp; cons\n\t\t\t<svg class=\"luna-icon pros-cons__indicator\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#chevron-down\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"pros-cons__details\" id=\"pros-cons__d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\"><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--pros\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDiscounted trading fees for active traders, young investors and students\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTrade a wide range of securities\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSupports cash and margin trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEasy access to market research\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--cons\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$100 annual fee if your total account balance is $10,000 or less\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNeed to phone customer service to deposit funds from a non-CIBC account\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBrokerage fees apply unless you're a young investor\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3 id=\"best-for-free-trading-online-and-on-mobile\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best for free trading online and on mobile<\/h3><table class=\"best-cards-table comparison-table f1-clarity-header has-sidepeek js-paginated-table-sorter paginated-table-sorter    has-combined-column-header  combined-column-header-grid js-calculator-table rewards--container loyalty-rewards--container\" id=\"comparison-table-0000000000-4\" data-has-sidepeek=\"true\" data-rendered-as=\"best-cards\" data-niche=\"cafst\" data-table-record-type=\"product\" data-rewards-campaign-names=\"qtrade|invest|oct-2026~cafst\" data-rewards-component=\"template-products\"><tbody><tr data-product-id=\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\" data-provider-id=\"ba443728-02c5-48e2-8f37-f03f1cd8e4e6\" data-product-name=\"Wealthsimple Investing\" data-provider-name=\"Wealthsimple\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/wealthsimple-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png\" alt=\"Wealthsimple logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3; 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    }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"1.50%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        1.50%\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Min. Deposit\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__feature--longtext comparison-table__feature--offer sorter-false \" data-sortvalue=\"\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper comparison-table__product-offer js-calculator-table-value\" data-heading=\"Default Offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\">\n                Get a <b>1% match cash bonus<\/b> on eligible $25,000+ transfers from other financial institutions to your Wealthsimple Self-directed Investing and Managed Investing accounts. T&amp;Cs apply.\n            <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"js-comparison-table__save-button comparison-table__save-button\" aria-label=\"Save\" aria-pressed=\"false\" title=\"Save\"><\/button><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/wealthsimple-trade-ca-stock-trading-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22best-card%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22best_ca_stock_trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%227a6d00bb-ebf8-48c0-ad8d-9f4d02921c4e%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BLow-cost%2Band%2Bcommission-free%2Bstock%2Btrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221794083335%22%2C%22position%22%3A%224%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2227031%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%2240d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Wealthsimple%2BInvesting%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%221056210%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fcommission-free-stock-trading%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to Wealthsimple's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Wealthsimple Investing\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\" value=\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}                                       8.6                    Great                                            Wealthsimple Investing            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"best-card__container\"><div class=\"best-card__content\"><div class=\"why-we-like-it\"><h4 class=\"why-we-like-it__heading\">Why we like it<\/h4><p class=\"why-we-like-it__content\"><\/p><ul><li><strong>What\u2019s commission-free:<\/strong> Canadian and US stocks and ETFs, equity options.<\/li><li><strong>What isn't:<\/strong> Index options, crypto, gold, futures.<\/li><\/ul><p>Wealthsimple made headlines in 2019 when it became the first Canadian trading platform to offer commission-free stock trading. It\u2019s still one of the best platforms around for fee-free trading, offering $0 commissions on US and Canadian stocks and ETFs. There are no account minimums to worry about and fractional share trading is supported. Wealthsimple is also very easy to use, while it supports crypto and options trading alongside stocks and ETFs.<\/p><p><strong>Core trading costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Canadian stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><li><strong>US stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0 (USD account required).<\/li><li><strong>FX\/conversion cost:<\/strong> 1.5%.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Platform-specific fees &amp; potential costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Currency conversion options:<\/strong> USD accounts available (USD account required and comes with a $10 monthly fee, but this fee is waived if you have $100,000 or more in assets). Norbert\u2019s Gambit not supported (CAD\/USD conversion fee of 1.5% applies).<\/li><li><strong>Options:<\/strong> $0 equity options, $0 + USD$0.25 \u2013 $1 per contract index options ($0 assignment fees).<\/li><li><strong>Account &amp; admin fees:<\/strong> $0 ($10 monthly fee for Core client USD accounts, free for Premium and Generation clients).<\/li><li><strong>Transfers &amp; withdrawals:<\/strong> $0 withdrawal fees, but instant withdrawals incur a 2.5% fee. ($0 account transfer fee, $0 registered account plan deregistration fee).<\/li><li><strong>ECN\/order-routing fees:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Other costs to know<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Other assets:<\/strong> Futures USD$1, gold 1%, crypto 0.5% + spread.<\/li><li><strong>Market data:<\/strong> Free real-time Level 1 market data for Canadian and US exchanges.<\/li><li><strong>Margin:<\/strong> 3.95% \u2013 4.95% for CAD, 6.5% \u2013 7.5% for USD (tiered interest rate structure based on whether you\u2019re a Core, Premium or Generation client).<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\">\n\t\t\tPros &amp; cons\n\t\t\t<svg class=\"luna-icon pros-cons__indicator\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#chevron-down\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"pros-cons__details\" id=\"pros-cons__40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\"><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--pros\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFree trading platform\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEasy to use\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSupports fractional share trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAlso offers crypto trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--cons\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLacks tools for advanced investors\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOther platforms provide access to a wider range of global markets\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1.50% foreign exchange fee for Core customers\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3 id=\"best-bank-based-commission-free-trading\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best bank-based commission-free trading<\/h3><table class=\"best-cards-table comparison-table f1-clarity-header has-sidepeek js-paginated-table-sorter paginated-table-sorter    has-combined-column-header  combined-column-header-grid js-calculator-table rewards--container loyalty-rewards--container\" id=\"comparison-table-0000000000-5\" data-has-sidepeek=\"true\" data-rendered-as=\"best-cards\" data-niche=\"cafst\" data-table-record-type=\"product\" data-rewards-campaign-names=\"qtrade|invest|oct-2026~cafst\" data-rewards-component=\"template-products\"><tbody><tr data-product-id=\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\" data-provider-id=\"832c5f71-bb6f-4e24-88e0-f3d9910fcc5e\" data-product-name=\"BMO InvestorLine Self-Directed\" data-provider-name=\"BMO\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/bmo-investorline-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png\" alt=\"BMO logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.2<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/bmo-investorline-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">BMO InvestorLine Self-Directed<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.2<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"0.40%-1.60%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        0.40% - 1.60%\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Min. Deposit\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__feature--longtext comparison-table__feature--offer sorter-false \" data-sortvalue=\"\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper comparison-table__product-offer js-calculator-table-value\" data-heading=\"Default Offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\">\n                Get up to <b>$20,000 cash back<\/b>. Plus, get a chance to win $300,000. <b>Apply by March 1, 2027<\/b>. T&amp;Cs apply.\n            <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"js-comparison-table__save-button comparison-table__save-button\" aria-label=\"Save\" aria-pressed=\"false\" title=\"Save\"><\/button><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.2,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/bmo-investorline-review-ca-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22best-card%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22best_ca_stock_trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%227a6d00bb-ebf8-48c0-ad8d-9f4d02921c4e%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BLow-cost%2Band%2Bcommission-free%2Bstock%2Btrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221794083335%22%2C%22position%22%3A%225%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2227226%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%22640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22BMO%2BInvestorLine%2BSelf-Directed%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%221056210%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fcommission-free-stock-trading%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to BMO's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about BMO InvestorLine Self-Directed\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.2,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\" value=\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}                                       8.2                    Great                                            BMO InvestorLine Self-Directed            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.2,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"best-card__container\"><div class=\"best-card__content\"><div class=\"why-we-like-it\"><h4 class=\"why-we-like-it__heading\">Why we like it<\/h4><p class=\"why-we-like-it__content\"><\/p><ul><li><strong>What\u2019s commission-free:<\/strong> Canadian and US stocks and ETFs, mutual funds.<\/li><li><strong>What isn't:<\/strong> Options, bonds, gold and silver bullion and certificates.<\/li><\/ul><p>Big bank brokers have a reputation for charging high trading commissions, but that\u2019s no longer the case for BMO InvestorLine. In September 2026, BMO became the first of the Big Five to scrap stock and ETF trading fees online. It also lowered its options trading commissions and eliminated account maintenance fees at the same time. Combined with the platform\u2019s impressive selection of tools to help you research and analyze investments, this makes InvestorLine well worth considering if you want the security of dealing with a big bank broker.<\/p><p><strong>Core trading costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Canadian stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><li><strong>US stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0 (supports USD and CAD)<\/li><li><strong>FX\/conversion cost:<\/strong> 0.4% \u2013 1.6% (tiered rate structure, highest fee applies to transactions of less than USD $25,000, lowest fee applies to transactions of USD $250,000 or more)<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Platform-specific fees &amp; potential costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Currency conversion options:<\/strong> USD supported ($0 account fee). | Norbert's Gambit available.<\/li><li><strong>Options:<\/strong> $0 + $0.90\/contract ($0 exercise or assignment fees)<\/li><li><strong>Account &amp; admin fees:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><li><strong>Transfers &amp; withdrawals:<\/strong> $0 withdrawal fees ($0 account transfer fee, $0 registered account plan deregistration fee).<\/li><li><strong>ECN\/order-routing fees:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Other costs to know<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Other assets:<\/strong> Bonds $40 + $1.50\/$1,000 (par value up to $49,999) or $40 + $1\/$1,000 (par value $50,000 and over), gold bullion and certificates $35 + $1\/oz, silver bullion and certificates $35 + $0.10\/oz.<\/li><li><strong>Market data:<\/strong> Free delayed Level 1 data (Active Trader and 5-Star Program members get real-time streaming Level 1 data, Level 2 data available for Platinum or Diamond tier 5-Star members).<\/li><li><strong>Margin:<\/strong> 5.25% \u2013 6% for CAD, 7.75% \u2013 8.75% for USD (tiered rate structure, rates vary based on debit balance and account tier).<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\">\n\t\t\tPros &amp; cons\n\t\t\t<svg class=\"luna-icon pros-cons__indicator\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#chevron-down\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"pros-cons__details\" id=\"pros-cons__640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\"><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--pros\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCommission-free trading on all US and Canadian stocks and ETFs\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tActive traders can get access to BMO\u2019s 5-Star Program\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFX fees can be more competitive than other platforms\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRegulated by CIRO, CIPF member\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--cons\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo fractional trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo access to demo accounts\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLimited mobile app features for retail and active traders\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3 id=\"best-bank-based-free-trading-on-mobile\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best bank-based free trading on mobile<\/h3><table class=\"best-cards-table comparison-table f1-clarity-header has-sidepeek js-paginated-table-sorter paginated-table-sorter    has-combined-column-header  combined-column-header-grid js-calculator-table rewards--container loyalty-rewards--container\" id=\"comparison-table-0000000000-6\" data-has-sidepeek=\"true\" data-rendered-as=\"best-cards\" data-niche=\"cafst\" data-table-record-type=\"product\" data-rewards-campaign-names=\"qtrade|invest|oct-2026~cafst\" data-rewards-component=\"template-products\"><tbody><tr data-product-id=\"22cbd34f-64a7-4d34-aed0-8b85d7de1e18\" data-provider-id=\"32efa9aa-d426-4e1d-b9da-4a106ee4f11b\" data-product-name=\"National Bank Direct Brokerage\" data-provider-name=\"National Bank\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/national-bank-direct-brokerage-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/68a4fc661dc22.png\" alt=\"National Bank logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/68a4fc661dc22.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/68a4fc661dc22.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/68a4fc661dc22.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/68a4fc661dc22.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/68a4fc661dc22.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3; 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    }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">7.8<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"$0 if conditions met, otherwise $100\/year\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0 if conditions met, otherwise $100\/year\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"Varies\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        Varies\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Min. 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It\u2019s quick and easy to sign up and start trading online or via a user-friendly app, while investment funds, GICs and exchange-traded debentures can also be traded commission-free. And while an annual account fee applies, this can be waived if you have assets of $20,000 or more.<\/p><p><strong>Core trading costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Canadian stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0<\/li><li><strong>US stock &amp; ETF commission:<\/strong> $0 (USD accounts available).<\/li><li><strong>FX\/conversion cost:<\/strong> 0.60% \u2013 1.70% (tiered fee structure, highest fee on amounts less than $25,000, lowest fee on amounts of $1 million and up).<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Platform-specific fees &amp; potential costs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Currency conversion options:<\/strong> USD account available ($0 fee). Supports Norbert's Gambit ($9.95 journaling fee).<\/li><li><strong>Options:<\/strong> $1.25 per contract with a minimum fee of $6.25 ($28.95 fee for assignment and automatic exercise of options).<\/li><li><strong>Account &amp; admin fees:<\/strong> $100 per year (fee waived if you have eligible assets of $20,000 or more or if you are a young investor).<\/li><li><strong>Transfers &amp; withdrawals:<\/strong> $0 fee withdrawals ($50 wire transfer or cheque withdrawal fee. $150 account transfer fee, $50 registered plan withdrawal fee).<\/li><li><strong>ECN\/order-routing fees:<\/strong> $0.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Other costs to know<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Other assets:<\/strong> Fixed-income security commissions included in the price, $60 international securities.<\/li><li><strong>Market data:<\/strong> Free standard delayed quotes ($19.99\/month for Level 1 data, $49.99\/month for Level 2 data).<\/li><li><strong>Margin:<\/strong> 6.25% for CAD, 8.75% for USD.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__22cbd34f-64a7-4d34-aed0-8b85d7de1e18\">\n\t\t\tPros &amp; cons\n\t\t\t<svg class=\"luna-icon pros-cons__indicator\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#chevron-down\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"pros-cons__details\" id=\"pros-cons__22cbd34f-64a7-4d34-aed0-8b85d7de1e18\"><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--pros\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo trading fees for stocks and ETFs\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo minimum deposit requirement\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUser-friendly mobile app\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSuitable for beginners as well as more advanced traders\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><h4 class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4><ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list--cons\"><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo fractional share trading for Canadian stocks\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$100 annual admin fee (waivable)\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSeparate apps for stock trading and banking\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><div class=\"comparison-table__loadingIndicator center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/form><\/section><\/div><div id=\"compare-bar-v2\" class=\"compareBarV2__root rewards--container loyalty-rewards--container\" data-niche=\"CAFST\" data-rewards-component=\"compare-products\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<article class=\"luna-card luna-card--primary luna-card--border\">\n  <div class=\"luna-card__block\" style=\"padding:0.7em\">\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em; font-weight: 800; font-style: italic; text-transform: uppercase;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/best-day-trading-platforms-in-canada\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; font-size:0.9em;\">Are you can active trader? Explore the best day trading platforms in Canada<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/article><ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\"><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000000\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000000\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Methodology: How we choose the best low-cost and commission-free stock trading platforms<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000000\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\"><p>Finder\u2019s investment experts reviewed 14+ brokerages available on the market to narrow down the best low-cost and commission-free trading platforms in Canada.<\/p><p>We analyzed each platform based on 40 key metrics, the data for which we collected directly from brokerages. We assessed each provider\u2019s performance based on five different categories, weighing each metric based on the expertise and insights of Finder\u2019s investment experts. Then we scored and ranked each provider depending on how it performed in each category.<\/p><p><strong>See how we weigh the overall rating:<\/strong><\/p><table class=\"luna-table luna-table--responsiveList\"><thead class=\"luna-table__header\"><tr><th style=\"width: 20%;\" scope=\"col\">Investment options<\/th><th style=\"width: 20%;\" scope=\"col\">Trading costs, rates and fees<\/th><th style=\"width: 20%;\" scope=\"col\">Features and amenities<\/th><th style=\"width: 20%;\" scope=\"col\">User experience and support<\/th><th style=\"width: 20%;\" scope=\"col\">Regulatory compliance<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>30%<\/td><td>30%<\/td><td>20%<\/td><td>10%<\/td><td>10%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>We update our best picks as products change, disappear or emerge on the market. We also regularly review and revise our selections to ensure our \u201cbest provider\u201d lists reflect the most competitive platforms available.<\/p><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><\/ul><h3>Fee breakdown for popular trading platforms in Canada<\/h3><table class=\"luna-table luna-table--responsiveList\"><thead class=\"luna-table__header\"><tr><th scope=\"col\">Platform<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Stock &amp; ETF trading fee<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Options trading fee<\/th><th scope=\"col\">FX fee<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Withdrawal fee<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Account fee<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody class=\"luna-table__body\"><tr><td><strong>Questrade<\/strong><\/td><td>$0<\/td><td><ul><li>US-listed equity options: $0<\/li><li>US index options: USD$0.99 per contract<\/li><li>Canadian-listed equity and index options: $0.99 per contract<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>1.5%<\/td><td><ul><li>CAD electronic funds transfer up to $50,000: $0<\/li><li>USD electronic funds transfer up to $25,000: $0<\/li><li>CAD wire transfer: $20<\/li><li>USD wire transfer: $30<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Qtrade Direct Investing<\/strong><\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>$0 + $0.75 per contract<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CIBC Investor\u2019s Edge<\/strong><\/td><td>$6.95 (or $5.95 for students, $4.95 for active traders or $0 for investors under 25)<\/td><td>$6.95 + $1.25 per contract (or $5.95 + $1.25 for students or $4.95 + $1.25 for active traders)<\/td><td>0.2% \u2013 1.6%<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td><ul><li>$0 if total balance of your accounts is over $10,000<\/li><li>$100 per yearif total balance of your accounts is $10,000 or less<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Wealthsimple<\/strong><\/td><td>$0<\/td><td><ul><li>$0 equity options<\/li><li>USD $1 per contract for index options<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>0% \u2013 1.5%<\/td><td><ul><li>$0<\/li><li>2.5% for instant withdrawals<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BMO InvestorLine Self-Directed<\/strong><\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>$0 + $0.90 per contract<\/td><td>0.4% \u2013 1.6%<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>National Bank Direct Brokerage<\/strong><\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>$1.25 per contract (minimum fee of $6.25)<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td><ul><li>EFT: $0<\/li><li>Wire transfer: $50<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>$0 if you hold eligible assets of $20,000 or more, otherwise $100 per year<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3>Which trading platform is 100% free with $0 FX fees?<\/h3><p>There\u2019s no trading platform in Canada that is 100% free with $0 FX fees.<\/p><p>Though many $0 trading commission brokers support free USD accounts, allowing you to minimize currency conversion costs whenever possible, you\u2019ll need to contend with the FX spread on CAD\/USD conversions.<\/p><p>So if you want to trade US stocks or invest in other international markets, you\u2019ll need to consider brokerage fees <em>and<\/em> the FX spread in tandem to find the cheapest option. In some cases, you may discover that a platform that charges trading commissions but offers a better exchange rate\u2014such as Interactive Brokers or Moomoo\u2014ends up being more affordable than a $0 commission broker.<\/p><h3>Which Canadian brokerage is cheapest for buying US stocks?<\/h3><p>The best broker for buying US stocks varies depending on the specific details of your transaction. How much are you spending? Do you already have USD? Does your brokerage support Norbert\u2019s Gambit?<\/p><p>That said, it\u2019s a platform that doesn\u2019t actually offer commission-free trading, Interactive Brokers, that works out to be the cheapest for buying US stocks. On its tiered plan, IBKR charges a commission USD$0.0035\/share with a USD$0.35 minimum, while it offers competitive exchange rates starting at 0.20 basis points of your trade value.<\/p><p>Moomoo is another platform worth a look. It lets you invest in US stocks for USD$0.0099\/share (minimum USD$1.99\/trade), and at the time of writing doesn\u2019t charge any currency exchange fees.<\/p><p>Ultimately, you\u2019ll need to compare trading costs based on the specific details of your transaction to find the cheapest broker.<\/p><h3>Is commission-free trading entirely free?<\/h3><p>No, commission-free trading isn\u2019t necessarily 100% free. There are several fees that may apply to your transaction, so keep an eye out for the following charges.<\/p><ul><li><h4>FX spread<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>When you trade US and international markets, many brokers make money on currency conversions. Some platforms charge a flat FX fee, commonly 1.5%, every time you exchange currencies. Others have a tiered fee structure, with larger transactions attracting tighter spreads.<\/p><p>There are several steps you can take to reduce FX costs, the most obvious of which is to look for a broker that converts currency at the mid-market rate. You can also choose a broker that supports USD (or other foreign currency accounts), allowing you to minimize currency conversion costs.<\/p><p>Finally, consider using Norbert\u2019s Gambit, a strategy involving share journaling to avoid FX costs on CAD\/USD conversions.<\/p><ul><li><h4>ECN \/ ATS order-routing pass-through fees<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>ECN\/ATS order-routing pass-through fees are charged by electronic communication networks or alternative trading systems that automatically match orders. Fees are usually charged when your trade removes liquidity from the market, and they commonly start at around $0.003\/share.<\/p><p>Some brokers pass these fees on to you, the investor, but others do not. Check the fine print to find out what your platform\u2019s policy is.<\/p><ul><li><h4>Low-balance account maintenance fees<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>Some brokers charge account maintenance or admin fees that can take a big chunk out of your investment profits. These fees are often charged quarterly or annually, and they typically add up to $100 per year.<\/p><p>However, this fee is usually waived if you maintain a minimum asset balance with the broker. The minimum balance requirement can range from $10,000 to $25,000 depending on the platform.<\/p><ul><li><h4>USD accounts<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>Holding a USD account can help you avoid currency conversion fees when trading US stocks. But while USD accounts are free with some platforms, other brokers charge a fee. For example, Wealthsimple charges a $10 monthly fee for USD accounts unless you have $100,000 or more in assets.<\/p><ul><li><h4>Account transfer-out &amp; deregistration charges<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>If you ever decide to move your investments to another broker, your current platform will typically charge a transfer-out fee. This fee is usually around $150.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re transferring a registered account like an RRSP or TFSA, a deregistration fee will also apply. These fees are commonly in the $50 to $100 range.<\/p><ul><li><h4>Options base &amp; per-contract platform fees<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>Trading options without paying a commission is now possible on several Canadian platforms. However, per-contract fees still apply, ranging from $0.25 to $1.25 per contract depending on the platform and type of option.<\/p><p>You should also watch out for exercise and assignment fees, which can range from $0 to $45.<\/p><ul><li><h4>Streaming real-time Level 2 data subscriptions<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>Many platforms offer free Level 1 market data, while some also provide free Level 2 quotes.<\/p><p>However, advanced traders who want real-time streaming Level 2 quotes will often need to pay a monthly subscription fee. These fees vary between platforms, but typically start at around $10 to $20 per month.<\/p><ul><li><h4>Research and analysis tools<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>While the best trading platforms give you free access to in-depth research, analyst ratings and advanced charting tools, other platforms reserve these tools for their paying customers. Check the platform\u2019s fee schedule to see whether you\u2019ll need to pay a fee to access premium research tools.<\/p><ul><li><h4>Withdrawal fees<\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>While you can usually withdraw funds from your account for free via EFT, other withdrawal methods incur fees. For example, you may need to pay an extra fee to withdraw funds via wire transfer, while Wealthsimple charges a 2.5% fee if you want to make an instant withdrawal.<\/p><h3>How to choose the best commission-free trading platform for you<\/h3><p>Consider the following factors when comparing $0 commission brokers:<\/p><h4>Fees<\/h4><p>Commission fees are just one piece of the puzzle. Make sure to consider the overall cost of using the platform, including FX fees, withdrawal charges, account maintenance fees and options trading fees.<\/p><p>If you trade US stocks at high volumes, for example, you could end up paying a lot more than you think in FX fees. Let\u2019s say, you buy $10,000 CAD worth of US stocks, you would end up losing $150 to FX fees alone just to complete the purchase, which can eaily start eating away at your returns.<\/p><h4>What you can trade<\/h4><p>Check the list of assets and markets you can trade through the platform. Nearly any Canadian platform allows you to trade Canadian and US stocks and ETFs, but if you think you\u2019ll want spscific access to other international markets, you\u2019ll need to be more picky. Outside of international equities, consider if you\u2019ll need access to options trading, crypto or fractional shares.<\/p><h4>Ease of use<\/h4><p>Look for a platform that makes it quick and easy to find investments, analyze price charts and place buy and sell orders. It should be simple to navigate and easy to place trades on your phone or desktop. If possible, test out the platform with a demo account first to get a feel for how it works.<\/p><h4>Research and analysis tools<\/h4><p>If you see yourelf becoming an active trader, you\u2019ll need to make sure the platform offers access to comprehensive market research, financial news and technical analysis tools. Free or affordable access to real-time Level 1 and Level 2 market data.<\/p><h4>Account types<\/h4><p>Check to make sure the platform supports the account type you want to open. For example, while some platforms only support personal cash and margin accounts, others support registered accounts like TFSAs, RRSPs, FHSAs and RESPs, which is important if you want to take advatage of tax benefits with certain registered accounts.<\/p><h4>Educational resources and customer support<\/h4><p>If you\u2019re new to investing, look for a broker that offers how-to guides, webinars and articles to help you learn the basics of trading. Check to see how easy it is to contact customer support if you ever need help, what customer service channels are offered, and the hours of availability.<\/p><h3>How do free trading platforms in Canada make money?<\/h3><p>Brokerage platforms rely on several other revenue streams outside of commission fees to generate an income.<\/p><p>FX spreads are one common way platforms make money. For example, Wealthsimple charges a 1.5% fee on currency conversions, while Questrade charges an FX spread of 1.5% on CAD\/USD conversions.<\/p><p>Brokers also charge withdrawal fees, particularly for wire transfers, and per-contract fees for options trades. While some brokers offer Level 2 market data for free, others charge monthly subscription fees to access real-time data feeds.<\/p><p>Platforms like Wealthsimple also charge trading fees for crypto, with the fee varying depending on your account tier, and an extra fee may also apply for crypto spreads. And then there are other fees like account maintenance charges that kick in if your account balance falls below a minimum threshold.<\/p><p>Brokers also earn interest on uninvested cash in your account and from margin loans they provide to investors, so there are several ways they can still make a buck.<\/p><h3>Are free stock trading apps in Canada safe and insured?<\/h3><p>Yes, legit free stock trading apps are completely safe. The commission-free stock trading platforms featured in this guide are overseen by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO).<\/p><p>They\u2019re also members of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF), so up to $1 million of your assets are protected by insurance coverage if your broker becomes insolvent.<\/p><h3>Can I trade commission-free inside a TFSA or RRSP in Canada?<\/h3><p>Yes you can trade inside a TFSA or RRSP with a $0-commission platform. Many online brokerages allow you to trade stocks and ETFs commission-free inside registered accounts like TFSAs and RRSPs. But just like when you trade in a cash account, it\u2019s worth remembering that there may be other fees like account maintenance charges and currency conversion costs.<\/p><p>The other factor to remember is that the list of supported registered account types varies between brokers. Check which accounts are available before choosing a broker.<\/p><h3>Pros and cons of free trading platforms in Canada<\/h3><div class=\"fin-pros-cons\">\n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Pros<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--check-circle\">\n                                    <li>$0 trading commissions. There's no need to worry about brokerage fees eating into your profits.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Plenty of choice. More brokers offer commission-free trading in Canada than ever before, so there are lots of options for budget-conscious investors.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Removes barriers to investing. With no trading commissions, no minimum deposits and growing support among brokers for fractional shares, it's easy to start investing with a small amount of money.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Registered accounts. You can invest commission-free in registered accounts like TFSAs and RRSPs to take advantage of tax benefits.<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    \n            <div class=\"fin-pros-cons__section\">\n            <h4 class=\"fin-pros-cons__heading\">Cons<\/h4>\n            <ul class=\"icon-list icon-list--x-circle\">\n                                    <li>Not completely free. There are several other fees and costs you may need to factor into your calculations.<\/li>\n                                    <li>Risk of overtrading. The absence of brokerage fees might tempt you to trade more often than you need to, when you could be better off just buying and holding for the long-term.<\/li>\n                                    <li>More than fees. There's more to working out if a broker is right for you than just choosing the platform with the lowest fees.<\/li>\n                                    <li>You might prefer managed investments. If self-directed investing isn't for you, you'll need to consider managed investment portfolios (that come with management fees).<\/li>\n                            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h3>How to start commission-free trading in Canada<\/h3><p>Ready to start buying and selling stocks online with $0 commissions? Here\u2019s what you need to do.<\/p><h4>Step 1: Choose a trading platform<\/h4><p>Compare the best commission-free stock trading platforms to find the right broker for you. Consider factors such as what assets and markets you can trade, currency conversion costs, supported account types and how easy the platform is to use. Learn more about choosing a platform in our full guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/best-stock-trading-apps-in-canada\">best stock trading apps in Canada<\/a>, or <a href=\"#the-best-commission-free-trading-platforms-in-canada\">check our top commission-free picks above<\/a>.<\/p><h4>Step 2: Create an account<\/h4><p>Fill out an online application form with the broker you choose. You\u2019ll need to provide your personal information, contact details, SIN, and information about your income and investing experience. You will also need to upload proof of ID to verify your identity, plus select a cash or margin account or a registered account like a TFSA or RRSP.<\/p><h4>Step 3: Make a deposit<\/h4><p>Now it\u2019s time to deposit funds to your trading account from your bank account. Common payment methods include e-Transfer, bill payment and electronic funds transfer.<\/p><h4>Step 4: Research investments<\/h4><p>Research the stocks or ETFs you\u2019re considering buying. Make sure the investment you choose aligns with your risk tolerance and time horizon, and make the most of your broker\u2019s research and analysis tools and investment screeners.<\/p><p><a class=\"more-link-arrow\" title=\"dive deeper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/best-canadian-stocks\">What are the best Canadian stocks to buy right now?<\/a><\/p><h4>Step 5: Place a buy order<\/h4><p>Search for the ticker symbol of the stock or ETF you want to purchase and navigate to the <strong>Buy<\/strong> screen. Enter the amount you want to spend or the quantity you want to purchase, then review all details of the transaction before submitting your buy order.<\/p><h3>Quick take: The best commission-free trading platforms<\/h3><div class=\"fin-video fin-video--horizontal\" data-player-type=\"youtube\" data-video-id=\"-hr2jEtEz7U\" style=\"\">\n    <div class=\"fin-video__container\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"fin-video__thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/-hr2jEtEz7U\/maxresdefault.jpg\" data-fallback-sd=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/-hr2jEtEz7U\/sddefault.jpg\" data-fallback-hq=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/-hr2jEtEz7U\/hqdefault.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\">\n                            <div class=\"fin-video__duration\">6:01<\/div>\n                        <div class=\"fin-video__play-btn\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Play video\"><\/div>\n                <iframe allow=\"autoplay\" class=\"fin-video__player\" id=\"ytPlayer--hr2jEtEz7U\" title=\"Video player\"><\/iframe>\n    <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<h3>Bottom line<\/h3><p>We think Questrade is the best commission-free stock trading platform in Canada overall, but there are lots of other fee-free trading platforms available. Just remember that \u201cfree\u201d stock trading isn\u2019t always completely free, so make sure you\u2019re aware of any extra charges that may apply before choosing a trading platform.<\/p><h3>FAQs<\/h3><ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">\n\t<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000004\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000004\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Is Wealthsimple or Questrade better for commission-free trading?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000004\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Wealthsimple and Questrade are both excellent platforms with lots of positive features to offer. Wealthsimple is great if you're a beginner looking for a simple and user-friendly mobile app, and if you want to be able to trade stocks, crypto and fractional shares from the one place. Questrade is a good choice for active and advanced traders who want access to a comprehensive suite of trading tools and research, plus more supported account types.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000005\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000005\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Is there a free trading platform in Canada?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000005\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Yes, there are several platforms that offer $0 commission stock trading, including Wealthsimple, Questrade, Qtrade, BMO InvestorLine and National Bank Direct Brokerage. However, make sure you check each broker's fee schedule so you know what other charges you may have to pay.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000006\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000006\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Does TD Easy Trade offer commission-free trading?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000006\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>TD Easy Trade supports 100 commission-free stock and ETF trades each year. So if you trade infrequently, the platform is worth a look if you want $0 brokerage fees. But if you exceed your 100-trade limit, you'll pay a $9.99 fee for each subsequent trade. Learn more in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/td-easytrade-review\">our TD Easy Trade review<\/a>.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000007\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000007\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">How much does it cost to open a free stock trading account?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000007\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>It's usually free to open a commission-free stock trading account, and there's typically no minimum deposit required to get started. However, some platforms charge quarterly or annual account maintenance fees, which usually add up to around $100 per year, if your assets don't meet a minimum balance requirement.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"sources sources__f1\">\n    \n  <ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">\n    <li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n      <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h3 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\" data-toc-label=\"Sources\">\n          <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"sources_0000000008\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#sources_0000000008\">\n            <span class=\"luna-accordion__title u-text--lg u-font--bold\">Sources<\/span>\n            <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n              <use href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n              <use href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n            <\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/h3>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse \" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"sources_0000000008\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n          <p class=\"sources__description\">Finder writers are subject matter experts and use primary sources, in-depth research and interviews with other experts to ensure you're getting accurate, up-to-date information. Articles are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/why-trust-us\">fact checked<\/a> in line with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/editorial-guidelines\">editorial guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n          <ol class=\"u-pl--0 u-text--lg u-font--medium\">\n                                          <li class=\"u-leading--loose\"><a class=\"u-font--medium\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bmoinvestorline.com\/selfDirected\/pdfs\/SDFeeSchedule_E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">BMO InvestorLine Self-Directed Fee Schedule<\/a><\/li>\n                                                        <li class=\"u-leading--loose\"><a class=\"u-font--medium\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nbc.ca\/content\/dam\/bncd\/pdf\/publi\/commission-general-fee-schedule.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">National Bank Direct Brokerage Fee Schedule<\/a><\/li>\n                                                        <li class=\"u-leading--loose\"><a class=\"u-font--medium\" href=\"https:\/\/m.onlinebrokerage.cibc.com\/#\/feesCommissions\" target=\"_blank\">CIBC Investor\u2019s Edge Pricing and Fees<\/a><\/li>\n                                                        <li class=\"u-leading--loose\"><a class=\"u-font--medium\" href=\"https:\/\/www.questrade.com\/pricing-fees\" target=\"_blank\">Questrade Pricing and Fees<\/a><\/li>\n                                                        <li class=\"u-leading--loose\"><a class=\"u-font--medium\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qtrade.ca\/en\/investor\/pricing.html\" target=\"_blank\">Qtrade Direct Investing Pricing<\/a><\/li>\n                                                        <li class=\"u-leading--loose\"><a class=\"u-font--medium\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wealthsimple.com\/en-ca\/legal\/fees\/trade\" target=\"_blank\">Wealthsimple Trade Fee Schedule<\/a><\/li>\n                                                        <li class=\"u-leading--loose\"><a class=\"u-font--medium\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/financial-consumer-agency\/services\/savings-investments\/investing-basics.html\" target=\"_blank\">Financial Consumer Agency of Canada Investing Basics<\/a><\/li>\n                                    <\/ol>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <\/div><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--alt\"><div class=\"luna-card__block has-padding-small\"><b>Important information:<\/b> Powered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/\">Finder.com<\/a>. This information is general in nature and is no substitute for professional advice. It does not take into account your personal situation. This information should not be interpreted as an endorsement of futures, stocks, ETFs, CFDs, options or any specific provider, service or offering. It should not be relied upon as investment advice or construed as providing recommendations of any kind. Futures, stocks, ETFs and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and therefore are not appropriate for most investors. You do not own or have any interest in the underlying asset. Capital is at risk, including the risk of losing more than the amount originally put in, market volatility and liquidity risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Tax on profits may apply. Consider the Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination for the product on the provider's website. 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