{"id":861362,"date":"2020-06-10T11:35:54","date_gmt":"2020-06-10T15:35:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/?p=861362"},"modified":"2026-05-13T12:23:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T16:23:14","slug":"how-to-buy-stocks-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/how-to-buy-stocks-online","title":{"rendered":"Guide to online trading in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s cheaper and easier than ever before to buy stocks online in Canada. And if you\u2019re ready to start investing, choosing the best online trading platform for your needs is crucial.<\/p><p>But with so many options to choose from, which is the best online trading platform in Canada? Keep reading for our top picks.<\/p><h3>What is an online broker?<\/h3><p>An online broker is a platform where you can buy and sell investments. You can use an online broker to trade stocks, ETFs, mutual funds, bonds and more over the internet.<\/p><p>Brokers give traders access to financial markets in Canada and around the world, like the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. They also provide tools you can use to research trades, choose investments and track your portfolio.<\/p><p>And in return, brokers charge trading commissions as well as other fees.<\/p><h3>The best online trading platforms in Canada<\/h3><p>Keep reading for our top picks of the best online trading platforms in Canada.<ul>\n<li><strong>Best overall online trading platform: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-overall-online-trading-platform\">Questrade<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best beginner account for online trading: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-beginner-account-for-online-trading\">CIBC Investor&#039;s Edge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best platform to buy Canadian stocks online: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-platform-to-buy-canadian-stocks-online\">Wealthsimple Investing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best well-rounded online brokerage: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-well-rounded-online-brokerage\">Qtrade Direct Investing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best for low-cost online trading: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-for-low-cost-online-trading\">Interactive Brokers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best online and mobile brokerage: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-online-and-mobile-brokerage\">Moomoo<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best online trading for extra features: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-online-trading-for-extra-features\">RBC Direct Investing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best for online commodity trading: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-for-online-commodity-trading\">Scotia iTRADE<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Best online interface: <\/strong><a href=\"#best-online-interface\">BMO InvestorLine<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"ItemList\",\n    \"itemListElement\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 1,\n            \"name\": \"Questrade\",\n            \"description\": \"Best overall online trading platform\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/questrade-review\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 2,\n            \"name\": \"CIBC Investor's Edge\",\n            \"description\": \"Best beginner account for online trading\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/cibc-investors-edge-review\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 3,\n            \"name\": \"Wealthsimple Investing\",\n            \"description\": \"Best platform to buy Canadian stocks online\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/wealthsimple-review\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 4,\n            \"name\": \"Qtrade Direct Investing\",\n            \"description\": \"Best well-rounded online brokerage\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/qtrade-direct-investing-review\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 5,\n            \"name\": \"Interactive Brokers\",\n            \"description\": \"Best for low-cost online trading\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/interactive-brokers-share-trading\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 6,\n            \"name\": \"Moomoo\",\n            \"description\": \"Best online and mobile brokerage\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/moomoo-review\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 7,\n            \"name\": \"RBC Direct Investing\",\n            \"description\": \"Best online trading for extra features\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/rbc-direct-investing-review\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 8,\n            \"name\": \"Scotia iTRADE\",\n            \"description\": \"Best for online commodity trading\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/scotia-itrade-review\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n            \"position\": 9,\n            \"name\": \"BMO InvestorLine\",\n            \"description\": \"Best online interface\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/bmo-investorline-review\"\n        }\n    ]\n}\n<\/script><style>\n.round-b { border-radius: 14px; 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margin-top: 0;\n    margin-left: 0;\n  }\n\n  .rewards-pill[data-show-tc=\"true\"] .rewards-pill__text {\n    font-family: 'Modern Era', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n    font-weight: 900;\n    font-style: italic;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 18px;\n    letter-spacing: 0;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-variant-numeric: lining-nums tabular-nums;\n    color: #092673;\n    white-space: nowrap;\n    text-transform: none;\n  }\n\n  .rewards-pill__content {\n    display: flex;\n    flex-direction: column;\n    justify-content: center;\n    z-index: 1;\n    height: 100%;\n    padding: 2px 0;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .rewards-pill__tc {\n    font-family: 'Modern Era', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n    font-weight: 400;\n    font-style: normal;\n    font-size: 10px;\n    line-height: 130%;\n    letter-spacing: 0;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-variant-numeric: lining-nums tabular-nums;\n    text-decoration: underline;\n    text-decoration-style: solid;\n    color: #092673;\n    white-space: nowrap;\n  }\n\n  .rewards-pill__tc:hover {\n    opacity: 0.8;\n  }\n\n  \/* &#9472;&#9472; Responsive T&C: inline (inside pill) vs below (outside pill) &#9472;&#9472; *\/\n  .rewards-pill__tc--below {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .rewards-pill__icon-svg--compact {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 960px) {\n    .rewards-pill__tc--inline {\n      display: none;\n    }\n\n    .rewards-pill__tc--below {\n      display: block;\n    }\n\n    \/* Swap to compact icon on mobile\/tablet *\/\n    .rewards-pill[data-show-tc=\"true\"] .rewards-pill__icon-svg--large {\n      display: none;\n    }\n\n    .rewards-pill[data-show-tc=\"true\"] .rewards-pill__icon-svg--compact {\n      display: block;\n    }\n\n    \/* Revert pill to compact size when T&C moves outside *\/\n    .rewards-pill[data-show-tc=\"true\"] {\n      height: 24px;\n      padding: 0px 8px 0px 2px;\n      border-radius: 4px 20px 20px 20px;\n    }\n\n    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(e) {\n      return;\n    }\n  }\n\n  function resolvePillContext(pill) {\n    \/\/ Table pill: lives inside a tr[data-product-id]\n    const row = pill.closest(\"tr[data-product-id]\");\n    if (row) {\n      return {\n        container: row,\n        cta: row.querySelector(\".rewards--cta\"),\n      };\n    }\n    \/\/ Standalone pill: shortcode \/ non-table context\n    if (pill.hasAttribute(\"data-campaign-name\")) {\n      const container = pill.closest(\".rewards--container\");\n      return {\n        container: container ? container.querySelector(\".rewards--element-container\") : null,\n        cta: container\n          ? container.querySelector(\"a.rewards--cta:not([aria-hidden='true'])\")\n          : null,\n      };\n    }\n    return { container: null, cta: null };\n  }\n\n  document.addEventListener(\"click\", (event) => {\n    const pill = event.target.closest(\".rewards-pill\");\n    if (!pill) return;\n\n    const { container, cta } = resolvePillContext(pill);\n    if (!container || !cta) return;\n\n    const linkParams = getLinkParams(cta);\n    if (!linkParams) return;\n\n    const params = {\n      productId: linkParams.productId,\n      campaignName:\n        container.getAttribute(\"data-rewards-campaign-name\") ||\n        pill.getAttribute(\"data-campaign-name\") ||\n        \"\",\n      redirectUrl: linkParams.redirectUrl,\n      productName: linkParams.productName,\n      providerName: container.getAttribute(\"data-provider-name\") || \"\",\n      niche: linkParams.niche,\n      offerId: linkParams.offerId,\n      component: \"infobox\",\n    };\n\n    if (window.rewards && typeof window.rewards.displayModal === \"function\") {\n      window.rewards.displayModal(params, false, cta);\n    }\n  });\n})();\n<\/script><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-overall-online-trading-platform\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best overall online trading platform<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><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\/67c7503bd54ab.png\" alt=\"Questrade logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.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 class=\"gx-badge\"><span class=\"gx-badge__body\"><span class=\"badge-text\">Exclusive<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/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                                                            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=\"1.5%\" 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\"><strong>Finder exclusive:<\/strong> Get $125 cash back with the Questrade promo code <b>FINDER125<\/b>. <b>Offer ends June 8, 2026<\/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\"><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[\"exclusive\"],\"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%22table%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%22f77de089-88d8-4770-b213-739dd93f0573%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BHow%2Bto%2Bbuy%2Bstocks%2Bonline%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221780802199%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%22861362%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-buy-stocks-online%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\":[\"exclusive\"],\"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                                            QuestradeExclusive            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[\"exclusive\"],\"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><p>Questrade is our top pick as the overall best online trading platform for most people \u2014 and for several reasons. Its biggest selling point is of course zero-commission trading of stocks and ETFs, so you don't need to worry about brokerage fees eating into your investments. But Questrade also provides access to a wide range of other assets, supports fractional shares, and offers a wide range of research tools to help you choose the right investments. And with a choice of trading platforms designed for beginners as well as active traders, Questrade offers a comprehensive solution to suit most people.<\/p><p><b>Questrade online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>Questrade Trading is the broker's main web-based trading platform. Designed for use with any web browser, it offers a user-friendly interface for buying and selling stocks and ETFs, checking account balances and monitoring your portfolio. It also provides access to real-time data, the latest market news and customizable watchlists.<\/p><p>Questrade's advanced trading platform, Questrade Edge, is also available in a web-based version for experienced investors. It features a customizable trading interface, advanced order types and access to market research and analysis from providers like Morningstar and TipRanks.<\/p><\/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\tChoice of user-friendly trading platforms available\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCommission-free trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTrade US markets and a wide range of assets\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t100% Canadian owned online trading platform\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\tHigh investment minimum for bonds and GICs\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo futures trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-beginner-account-for-online-trading\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best beginner account for online trading<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><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 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 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        Get 200 free trades for 2 years, using promo code EDGE2026. <b>Valid until September 30, 2026<\/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\"><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%22table%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%22f77de089-88d8-4770-b213-739dd93f0573%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BHow%2Bto%2Bbuy%2Bstocks%2Bonline%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221780802199%22%2C%22position%22%3A%222%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%22861362%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-buy-stocks-online%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><p>If you're new to the world of online trading and you're still wrapping your head around how to buy stocks online, CIBC Investor's Edge is well worth a look. This big bank trading platform lets you trade stocks, ETFs, options, bonds and much more in a registered or non-registered account. It provides an intuitive trading interface that makes it easy to place buy and sell orders, and Investor Edge's extensive range of research tools and educational resources makes it a great option for new investors.<\/p><p><b>CIBC Investor's Edge online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>Investor's Edge offers a variety of tools to help you research your trades and investments. You can use the Trade Ideas stock screener to find investments based on different themes or criteria, access expert analysis, set up watchlists and alerts, and use stock charting tools to help inform your trading decisions. The platform also provides a range of convenient online courses and tutorials to help new investors navigate the Investor's Edge platform and also improve their trading knowledge.<\/p><\/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\tSupports a wide range of account types\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDiscounts for active, young and student investors\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAccess a wide range of investments\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 platform\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\tYou'll find cheaper brokerage fees elsewhere\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 account fee unless you meet a minimum market balance requirement\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYou can only fund your account online from a linked CIBC account\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-platform-to-buy-canadian-stocks-online\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best platform to buy Canadian stocks online<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><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;     }     .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><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/wealthsimple-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Wealthsimple Investing<\/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\">8.6<\/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\"><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%22table%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%22f77de089-88d8-4770-b213-739dd93f0573%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BHow%2Bto%2Bbuy%2Bstocks%2Bonline%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221780802199%22%2C%22position%22%3A%223%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%22861362%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-buy-stocks-online%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><p>If you want to invest in Canadian stocks, or US stocks for that matter, Wealthsimple is well worth checking out. This popular online broker offers a user-friendly trading platform and a host of features that make it easy for new investors to get started. It lets you trade commission-free, supports fractional share trading, and provides real-time streaming quotes so you can trade based on up-to-date information. But if you'd rather let someone else do the hard work of picking stocks, managed investing services are available too.<\/p><p><b>Wealthsimple online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>Wealthsimple's online trading tools are designed to simplify the investing process. You can fund your account with instant transfers, and Wealthsimple is partnered with five Canadian brokers and three US market makers to ensure fast trade execution. It also makes it easy to set up recurring investments, reinvest any dividends you receive, and automatically invest a portion of every paycheque.<\/p><\/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\tCommission-free trading\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 online and mobile trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCompetitive margin interest rates\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 advanced trading features\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMonthly USD account fee for Core clients\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWatch out for FX fees\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-well-rounded-online-brokerage\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best well-rounded online brokerage<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><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\" 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\/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\/66db5e0aa0f81.png\" alt=\"Qtrade logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.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\">9.1<\/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\/qtrade-direct-investing-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Qtrade Direct Investing<\/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\">9.1<\/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                                                            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=\"0.90%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        0.90%\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        Earn up to $2,000 cashback when you open and fund a new Qtrade account. Valid until <b>July 31, 2026<\/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\"><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%22table%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%22f77de089-88d8-4770-b213-739dd93f0573%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22Best%2Bcards%2B-%2BHow%2Bto%2Bbuy%2Bstocks%2Bonline%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221780802199%22%2C%22position%22%3A%224%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%22post_id%22%3A%22861362%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-buy-stocks-online%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium 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><p>Qtrade is a Canadian online brokerage that offers a complete package of tools and resources for new and more experienced investors. Sign up online and you can take advantage of features like fast market access, stock screening tools, and the ability to trade a wide variety of assets. You also get real-time quotes so you can stay up to date with price movements, and there are plenty of advanced research tools and educational guides to help you boost your investing knowledge.<\/p><p><b>Qtrade Direct Investing online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>There's a long list of trading tools and resources to take advantage of with Qtrade. Log in to your account and you can access screeners and technical research, use planning tools to create your investment strategy, and check Morningstar analyst recommendations. There's also a 30-day Trial Account available if you want to test out Qtrade's suite of online trading tools, plus a handy range of portfolio analytics tools to help you assess the health of your portfolio.<\/p><\/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\t$0 commissions on equities, mutual funds, ETFs and options\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 sign up and get started\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSupports a wide range of investments and account types\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConvenient portfolio analytics\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGood range of research tools\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 futures trading\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNegative reviews on Trustpilot\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-for-low-cost-online-trading\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best for low-cost online trading<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\" data-provider-id=\"af17af70-1c29-48c0-af25-157752af193f\" data-product-name=\"Interactive Brokers\" data-provider-name=\"Interactive Brokers\" 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\/interactive-brokers-share-trading\" 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\/67cb374726403.png\" alt=\"Interactive Brokers logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.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\">9.4<\/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\/interactive-brokers-share-trading\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Interactive Brokers<\/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\">9.4<\/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=\"$1.00,0.5%\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        Min $1.00, Max 0.5%\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=\"0.08\u20130.2 bps trade value, min $1.00\u2013$2.00 USD\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        0.08\u20130.2 bps trade value, min $1.00\u2013$2.00 USD\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__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Interactive Brokers\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.4,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\"}'><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-0000000002-975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\" value=\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\" 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;    }}                                       9.4                    Excellent                                            Interactive Brokers            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.4,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\">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><p>Interactive Brokers combines a feature-packed online trading platform with competitive commissions across a wide range of assets. You can also trade across 160 global markets and access stocks, ETFs, options, futures, currencies and bonds. And with a choice of desktop and mobile trading platforms to suit beginners as well as experienced traders, there are lots of good reasons why Interactive Brokers is a top choice for Canadian investors.<\/p><p><b>Interactive Brokers online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>Interactive Brokers' Client Portal is a web platform that offers everything you need to place trades and manage your account. You can place quick trades and easily check your portfolio, but the platform also offers more advanced features like customizable charts and detailed quotes. You can also use the Client Portal to trade the vast majority of assets that Interactive Brokers provides access to.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\">\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__975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\"><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\tTrade a huge range of investments on 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\tPlatforms for beginners and advanced users\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSupports over 100 order types\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCompetitive pricing across the board\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\tYou can't trade stocks 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\tOnly 1 free withdrawal per month\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSome features overwhelming for beginners\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-online-and-mobile-brokerage\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best online and mobile brokerage<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\" data-provider-id=\"d8b8e637-3c62-44a9-b442-888edbcaa88e\" data-product-name=\"Moomoo\" data-provider-name=\"Moomoo\" 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\/moomoo-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\/65ca9a9c51e92.png\" alt=\"Moomoo logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.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\">8.6<\/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\/moomoo-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Moomoo<\/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\">8.6<\/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=\"$1.49\/stock\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $1.49\/stock\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%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        0%\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 $4,600+ in trading perks <b>T&amp;Cs apply.<\/b>.\n      <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Moomoo\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\"}'><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-0000000002-1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\" value=\"1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\" 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                                            Moomoo            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\">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><p>If you're searching for a broker that offers a seamless online and mobile trading experience, it's hard to go past Moomoo. This discount brokerage platform offers slick mobile and desktop apps and lets you trade US and Canadian stocks and ETFs as well as US options. It's quick and easy to sign up for an account and start trading, while handy features like free real-time Level 2 market data and advanced charting tools ensure that you have a range of important trading resources at your fingertips.<\/p><p><b>Moomoo online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>Moomoo provides investors with a suite of tools and resources to help inform trading decisions. You can take advantage of advanced charting tools and stock screeners, research different investment themes, and use Moomoo's AI tool for trend analysis and to get answers to trading-related questions. Moomoo also offers a demo account so you can practice trading before committing any real money, giving you a taste of how its online trading platform works.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\">\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__1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\"><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\tHighly-rated 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\tUser-friendly trading experience\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCompetitive commissions\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo account minimum\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\tOther brokers allow you to trade a wider range of assets\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHigh fees on large trades\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLimited account types available\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-online-trading-for-extra-features\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best online trading for extra features<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\" data-provider-id=\"a496c611-4802-4f18-90a6-f6dda35d1816\" data-product-name=\"RBC Direct Investing\" data-provider-name=\"RBC Direct Investing\" 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\/rbc-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\/61fb1cf464d81.png\" alt=\"RBC Direct Investing logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/61fb1cf464d81.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/61fb1cf464d81.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/61fb1cf464d81.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/61fb1cf464d81.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/61fb1cf464d81.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\/rbc-direct-investing-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">RBC Direct Investing<\/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=\"$6.95 - $9.95\" 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 - $9.95\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=\"0.10%-1.60%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"FX Fee\">\n                        0.10% - 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__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about RBC Direct Investing\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.2,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\"}'><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-0000000002-84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\" value=\"84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\" 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                                            RBC Direct Investing            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.2,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\">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><p>RBC Direct Investing is well known as a major player in the online trading game. This Big Five broker lets you trade stocks, ETFs, options, bonds and more through a wide variety of account types, and its feature-packed trading platform provides you with a toolkit full of resources to help you choose and track your investments. You can trade online, via mobile or using the customizable Trading Dashboard, while real-time streaming quotes and the Portfolio Analyzer tool are just some of the many convenient features on offer for Canadian traders.<\/p><p><b>RBC Direct Investing online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>Open an RBC Direct Investing account and you can access research and analysis from trusted providers like Morningstar, Refinitiv, Trading Central and RBC. You can use stock screeners to research suitable investments, get analyst-built investment lists, check your portfolio diversity and risk level with the Portfolio Analyzer, and access a variety of educational resources in the Investing Academy. You also have the flexibility of testing out RBC Direct Investing's online trading tools first with a Practice Account.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\">\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__84f2e6c8-8c2a-4ff8-8d68-8d1c5ccfeebf\"><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 account maintenance fee\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCommission-free trading of selected ETFs and all mutual funds\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHandy stock screeners and picklists\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEducational resources for new investors\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\tOther platforms have lower brokerage fees\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMixed app reviews\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBest suited to people who are already RBC customers\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-for-online-commodity-trading\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best for online commodity trading<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\" data-provider-id=\"ce024bd4-18d8-46d5-a8e4-4c0e416dbcb4\" data-product-name=\"Scotia iTRADE\" data-provider-name=\"Scotia iTRADE\" 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\/scotia-itrade-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\/5fda735585ba0.png\" alt=\"Scotia iTRADE logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/5fda735585ba0.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/5fda735585ba0.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/5fda735585ba0.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/5fda735585ba0.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/5fda735585ba0.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\">8.5<\/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\/scotia-itrade-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Scotia iTRADE<\/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\">8.5<\/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=\"$4.99\u2013$9.99\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $4.99\u2013$9.99\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"$0 if conditions met, otherwise $100\/yr\" 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\/yr\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. Deposit\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Scotia iTRADE\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.5,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\"}'><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-c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\" value=\"c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\" 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;    }}                                       8.5                    Great                                            Scotia iTRADE            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.5,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\">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><p>Scotia iTRADE is another popular choice for investors who want to trade with a Big Bank broker. If you want to gain exposure to commodities markets, you can invest in individual stocks, commodity ETFs and gold, silver and platinum certificates. You can also choose from a wide range of other investment and account types, while a series of free webinars provide info and resources to help you boost your trading skills.<\/p><p><b>Scotia iTRADE online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>When you log in to your account, you can access all your Scotia iTRADE and Scotiabank accounts in the same place. You can create personalized watchlists, check research reports and analysis, use stock screeners to find your next investments, and access technical analysis features designed for more advanced traders. Detailed research reports and stock ratings are also available.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"pros-cons\"><button class=\"pros-cons__summary\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pros-cons__c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\">\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__c67ffeb2-3da9-4085-a343-8a5cbd7ae186\"><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\tTrade a wide range of assets\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCommission-free ETFs available\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFree educational resources\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDiscounts for active 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\tHigher fees than discount brokers\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDoesn't support fractional shares\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><li class=\"pros-cons__list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSome mixed reviews for mobile app\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"best-card__attached-row\"><td><h3 id=\"best-online-interface\" class=\"best-card__header\">Best online interface<\/h3><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\" data-provider-id=\"832c5f71-bb6f-4e24-88e0-f3d9910fcc5e\" data-product-name=\"BMO InvestorLine\" 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<\/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=\"$3.95\u2013$9.95\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $3.95\u2013$9.95\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"$0 if conditions met, otherwise $100 per 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 per year\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 $10,000 + 150 free trades. <b>Offer ends August 31, 2026<\/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\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about BMO InvestorLine\" 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            \" _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><p>If you're looking for a streamlined trading experience on a user-friendly platform, BMO InvestorLine is worth a closer look. This online trading platform is designed to make it simple and straightforward to invest in stocks, ETFs, mutual funds and more. There's a wide range of account types available, while you can also trade a selection of popular ETFs commission-free. And if you're an experienced trader, you can take advantage of the advanced tools offered by the BMO Active Trader platform.<\/p><p><b>BMO InvestorLine online trading tools<\/b><\/p><p>With an InvestorLine account, you can access a host of research and analysis tools online. There are investment screeners, personalized watchlists, fundamental analysis tools and portfolio performance trackers. You can also take advantage of analyst ratings as well as research from BMO Capital Markets and third-party providers like Morningstar and S&amp;P Global Ratings.<\/p><\/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\tGo with this platform if you're an existing BMO customer or active trader who wants to invest through a Big Bank\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\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\tDiscount brokers have lower trading fees\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 yearly fee if conditions aren't met\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><script>\n(function () {\n  window.isInfoBoxMutationObserverInitialized ??= false;\n  if (window.isInfoBoxMutationObserverInitialized) return;\n  window.isInfoBoxMutationObserverInitialized = true;\n\n  document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", () => {\n    function getLinkParams(anchor) {\n      const redirectUrl =\n        anchor.getAttribute(\"data-redirect-url\") || anchor.href || \"\";\n\n      try {\n        const url = new URL(redirectUrl);\n        const rawParams = url.searchParams.get(\"redirect_tracking_params\");\n\n        if (!rawParams) return;\n        const decoded = decodeURIComponent(rawParams);\n        const parsed = JSON.parse(decoded);\n        const { offer_id, niche_code, site, product_name, product_id } = parsed;\n\n        return {\n          redirectUrl,\n          offerId: offer_id,\n          niche: niche_code || site,\n          productName: product_name,\n          productId: product_id,\n        };\n      } catch (e) {\n        console.error(\"Failed to parse redirect_tracking_params\", e);\n      }\n    }\n\n    function initCountdownTimer(rewardsProduct, endDateStr) {\n      const countdownEl = rewardsProduct.querySelector(\".deals-countdown\");\n      \n      if (!countdownEl || !endDateStr) return;\n\n      const daysEl = countdownEl.querySelector(\"[data-countdown-days]\");\n      const hoursEl = countdownEl.querySelector(\"[data-countdown-hours]\");\n      const minutesEl = countdownEl.querySelector(\"[data-countdown-minutes]\");\n      const secondsEl = countdownEl.querySelector(\"[data-countdown-seconds]\");\n\n      let countdownInterval;\n\n      const updateCountdown = () => {\n        const now = new Date().getTime();\n        const endTime = new Date(endDateStr).getTime();\n        const distance = endTime - 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We then 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 luna-table--fixedColumns\"><thead class=\"luna-table__header\"><tr><th scope=\"col\">Investment options<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Trading costs, rates &amp; fees<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Features &amp; amenities<\/th><th scope=\"col\">User experience &amp; support<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Regulatory compliance<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>25%<\/td><td>35%<\/td><td>25%<\/td><td>10%<\/td><td>5%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>We update our best picks as products change, disappear or emerge in the market. We also regularly review and revise our selections to ensure our best provider lists reflect the most competitive available.<\/p><\/div><\/article><h3>Can I buy stocks online?<\/h3><p>Yes, you can buy stocks online in Canada. There\u2019s a long list of brokerage firms that allow you to buy and sell stocks online.<\/p><p>You\u2019ll need to compare online trading platforms to find the right one for you, then create an account and deposit funds. It\u2019s then a matter of choosing the stock you want to buy, entering your purchase amount and price, and placing a buy order.<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;\">Dive deeper: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/best-canadian-stocks\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; font-size:0.9em;\">Best Canadian stocks to buy right now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/article><\/p><h3>How to buy stocks online<\/h3><p>Ready to start investing? Keep reading for a step-by-step guide on how to trade stocks online in Canada.<\/p><h4>Step 1: Choose an online trading platform<\/h4><p>Compare online brokers to find the best trading platform for your needs. Look for low or no fees, user-friendly online and mobile platforms, and a broker that offers access to all the assets and markets you want to trade.<\/p><h4>Step 2: Sign up for an account<\/h4><p>Registering for an account is usually free, but some providers may charge subscription or ongoing fees for features like market research. You can sign up online by providing:<\/p><ul><li>Your name, address, date of birth and contact details<\/li><li>Your Social Insurance Number<\/li><li>Proof of ID<\/li><li>Linked bank account details<\/li><li>Details of your trading experience<\/li><\/ul><h4>Step 3: Deposit funds<\/h4><p>Once you\u2019ve created an account, you can deposit money to trade with. Payment methods vary between brokers, but you may be able to deposit funds via bank transfer, e-Transfer, wire transfer or bill payment.<\/p><h4>Step 4: Choose the stock you want to buy<\/h4><p>Research stocks that match your investment goals. To help you make informed decisions, access market research, analysis and even trading recommendations through your platform.<br>Also consider the number of shares you want to buy. Many trading platforms now support fractional shares, so you can invest only $10 or $100 in that $1,000 stock.<\/p><h4>Step 5: Place your order<\/h4><p>This is where trading can get confusing for novice investors. You have two main options when placing a trade to buy shares \u2014 trade \u201cat market\u201d or \u201cat limit\u201d.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Market orders.<\/strong> When you want to buy a share immediately at the best price currently available. Though you risk paying more than you expected if shares are difficult to trade or prices are volatile.<\/li><li><strong>Limit orders.<\/strong> Set a maximum purchase price for your buy order. If that price becomes available within your specified time period, your trade is executed. However, you risk not trading at all if the price changes too much. You can generally set your order for the day or until you decide to cancel it.<\/li><\/ul><h4>Step 6: Pay for the transaction<\/h4><p>Review all the details of your transaction including the number of stocks you\u2019re buying, at what price and the total cost of the purchase. You need sufficient funds in your online trading account to cover the cost of the transaction, including any brokerage fees that apply.<\/p><p>When you\u2019re happy with all the details, submit your buy order.<\/p><h3>How to choose the best online trading platform<\/h3><p>Consider the following factors when comparing brokers to find the best online trading platform in Canada for your needs.<\/p><h4>Supported assets and markets<\/h4><p>If you just want to trade Canadian stocks, every Canadian broker has got you covered. But if you want to trade on international markets or trade other assets like options, futures and forex, you\u2019ll need to shop around for a platform that supports all investment types you want to trade.<\/p><h4>Brokerage fees<\/h4><p>Many brokers will charge a commission each time you place a buy or sell order, but there are also some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/commission-free-stock-trading\">commission-free stock trading platforms in Canada<\/a>. Some platforms also offer fee discounts for frequent traders, so consider your trading volume when finding the most cost-effective broker.<\/p><h4>Other fees<\/h4><p>Other than brokerage fees, you\u2019ll also need to check for a variety of other charges that may apply. Watch out for:<\/p><ul><li>Currency conversion fees<\/li><li>Monthly subscription fees for real-time market data<\/li><li>An annual or quarterly account fee if you don\u2019t meet a minimum asset requirement<\/li><li>Account inactivity fees<\/li><li>Deposit or withdrawal fees<\/li><\/ul><h4>Ease of use<\/h4><p>The best online stock broker will offer easy-to-use trading platforms. Consider whether you will be trading on desktop or mobile when choosing a broker. Some providers also offer multiple trading platforms, including options designed for beginners as well as for more experienced investors.<\/p><h4>Market data<\/h4><p>Check whether you can access real-time market data so you can trade based on current market information, or whether data is delayed. You\u2019ll also need to find out whether you need to pay a fee to get real-time data.<\/p><h4>Research and analysis<\/h4><p>What research tools does the broker provide to help you choose investments? Does it offer market news from reliable sources? Does it offer access to expert stock recommendations and market analysis from trusted third-party providers?<\/p><h4>Account types<\/h4><p>Does the platform offer cash accounts only, or can you also borrow money with a margin trading account? Depending on your needs, you may also want to check whether the broker offers registered accounts such as TFSAs, RRSPs and RESPs.<\/p><h4>Demo account<\/h4><p>Many of the best online trading platforms in Canada offer demo or paper trading accounts. These allow you to trade with a virtual account balance in real market conditions, allowing you to test out the platform and your trading strategies before investing any real money.<\/p><p>Learn more in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/paper-trading\">our guide to the best paper trading platforms in Canada<\/a><\/p><h4>Customer support<\/h4><p>Find out how you can get in touch with the broker\u2019s support team when needed, and during which hours support is available. It\u2019s also a good idea to check what educational resources the broker offers to help you navigate its trading platform and boost your investing knowledge.<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-brokerage-signup-bonuses\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; font-size:0.9em;\">Best brokerage signup bonuses in Canada<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/article><\/p><h3>How to trade stocks online<\/h3><p>Use the tips below to help inform your investing decisions when trading online.<\/p><h4>Set your investment goals and strategy<\/h4><p>Before you can place your first trade, you\u2019ll need to decide on your investment goals and timeframe. For many new investors, the simplest approach is to adopt a long-term buy-and-hold strategy. Advanced and complicated strategies like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/day-trading-in-canada\">day trading<\/a> are best left to experienced investors.<\/p><h4>Take advantage of your broker\u2019s research and analysis tools<\/h4><p>No matter which online trading platform you choose, it will provide a host of research and analysis tools. For example, you might be able to view stock ratings and analyst recommendations, as well as a range of fundamental and technical analysis tools. Make the most of these resources to help you choose the right investments.<\/p><h4>Use stock screeners<\/h4><p>Online brokers and independent platforms also offer stock screeners. These allow you to filter thousands of stocks and ETFs based on the features you\u2019re looking for in an investment. Use these screeners to find stocks and funds that match your investment goals.<\/p><h4>Stay up to date with the economy<\/h4><p>Understand the health of the economy, interest rate decisions, government policy changes, levels of investor confidence, exchange rates and the performance of stock markets in other countries. All of these can influence when to invest.<\/p><h4>Start with blue-chip companies<\/h4><p>One of the safest options for anyone starting out in the stock market is to invest in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/blue-chip-stocks\">blue-chip companies<\/a>. These are Canada\u2019s biggest, most established companies, many included in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. They usually offer the best chance for minimizing your risk and providing steady returns.<\/p><h4>Diversify<\/h4><p>To minimize your exposure to risk, diversify your portfolio across a range of different industries. If you buy stocks across five or six industries instead of only one or two, you can be better protected against losses if one particular industry experiences a sharp downturn. ETFs also offer a simple way to diversify your portfolio.<\/p><h4>Monitor your investments<\/h4><p>Monitor the performance of your shares against your investment plan. Do they still align with your investment goals? Remember that your goals are most likely long-term, so don\u2019t let short-term volatility lead you to panic-sell.<\/p><h4>The basics of selling stocks<\/h4><p>If you decide to sell your stocks, you can choose to sell via a market or a limit order. Market orders mean the shares are sold immediately at the best available price, while limit orders allow you to set the minimum sale price you\u2019re willing to accept.<\/p><p>Advanced orders like stop-loss and trailing stop-loss orders are more complex and are for more experienced traders, but they can be very useful for managing your risk.<\/p><h3>Is online trading legal in Canada?<\/h3><p>Yes, online trading is legal in Canada. You can trade stocks, ETFs, options and much more with online brokerages, and you can buy and sell these assets using your computer or mobile device.<\/p><p>However, you\u2019ll need to make sure you trade with a reputable broker that is properly regulated in Canada.<\/p><h3>Are online trading platforms safe?<\/h3><p>Yes \u2014 provided you deal with a reputable broker. Make sure you deal with a provider that is regulated by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). You can also check if they are a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF), ensuring that you\u2019ll be protected if the broker becomes insolvent.<\/p><p>But it\u2019s also essential to be aware that even though legit trading platforms are safe, there are always risks associated with investing. Returns are not guaranteed, and there\u2019s a chance that you could end up losing money. Be sure that you understand the risks of online trading before investing any of your hard-earned money.<\/p><h3>List of online trading platforms in Canada<\/h3><table class=\"luna-table luna-table--responsiveList\"><thead class=\"luna-table__header\"><tr><th style=\"text-align: left; width: 20%;\" scope=\"col\">Brokerage<\/th><th style=\"text-align: left; width: 40%;\" scope=\"col\">Account fees<\/th><th style=\"text-align: left; width: 40%;\" scope=\"col\">Trading options<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody class=\"luna-table__body\"><tr><td>BMO InvestorLine<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0 if conditions met, otherwise $100 per year<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $9.95 per trade (or $3.95 per trade if you make 150+ trades per quarter)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CIBC Investor\u2019s Edge<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0 if conditions met, or $100<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $6.95 per trade ($4.95 for active investors, $5.95 for students or $0 for account holders under the age of 25)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs, precious metals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interactive Brokers<\/td><td><ul><li>Stock trading fees: $0.003\u2013$0.01 per share (minimum $1 per order)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, bonds, futures, forex<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Moomoo<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $0.0149 per share (minimum $1.49 per trade)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MogoTrade<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $0<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>National Bank Direct Brokerage<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0 if conditions met, otherwise $100\/yr<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $0<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Qtrade<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $0 per trade<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Questrade<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $0<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs, precious metals, CFDs, forex<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RBC Direct Investing<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $9.95 per trade (or $6.95 per trade for active traders)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs, precious metals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scotia iTRADE<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0 if conditions met, otherwise $100\/yr<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $9.99 per trade (or $4.99 per trade for active traders)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TD Direct Investing<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0 if conditions met, otherwise $100\/year<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $9.99 per trade (or $7 per trade for active traders)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, GICs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TD Easy Trade<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $9.99, but all account holders get 50 free stock trades per year<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wealthsimple<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $0<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $0<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options, crypto<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Webull<\/td><td><ul><li>Annual fee: $10<\/li><li>Stock trading fees: $2.99 (CAD or USD depending on the trade currency)<\/li><\/ul><\/td><td>Stocks, ETFs, options<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h3>Bottom line<\/h3><p>There are plenty of brokers worth checking out when choosing an online trading platform. Compare fees, features and ease of use before deciding which is the best online trading platform for you. Then work out your investment strategy and goals before placing your first trade.<\/p><h3>FAQs about online trading in Canada<\/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-0000000003\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000003\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Which is the best platform for online 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-0000000003\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Questrade is our top pick as the best online trading platform overall. However, the best platform for you depends on factors such as the assets and markets you want to trade, your investing experience and how often you trade. Compare a range of online trading platforms to find the right broker for your needs.<\/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-0000000004\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000004\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">How do you start trading online?<\/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>You'll need to open an account with an online stock brokerage to start trading online. Compare brokers to find one with low fees and all the features you need, then sign up for an account by providing your personal information and contact details. Then it's a matter of depositing funds into your account and placing your first trade.<\/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\">How much does online trading cost?<\/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>It depends on the trading platform you choose. In some cases, you'll need to pay a brokerage fee every time you place a buy or sell order, while an account maintenance fee may also apply if you don't meet minimum balance requirements. However, some platforms offer commission-free stock and ETF trading and also don't charge any account maintenance fees.<\/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\">Can I buy stocks through a mobile app?<\/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>Yes. All major online brokerages offer their own mobile apps. You can use apps to place trades, research investments and track the performance of your portfolio. Check out our 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> for more information.<\/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\">Can I buy US stocks from 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-0000000007\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Yes. 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