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Qtrade Direct Investing
$50
Rebate Offer Terms
*/** Terms and conditions apply.
- This offer is only valid for eligible new Qtrade clients who have never previously opened an account
Product Welcome Bonus
Earn up to $5,000 in cashback
- For a limited time, get $250 cashback when you invest $1,000.
- Put more away for another day. Get up to $5,000 cashback and $0 commission trades.
- Available to new clients only
- Offer period: Jan 6, 2026 – Mar 31, 2026
FUNDING TIER | CASH BONUS |
|---|---|
$1,000 - $10,000 | $250 |
$10,001 - $25,000 | $500 |
$25,001 - $50,000 | $650 |
$50,001 - $100,000 | $750 |
$100,001 - $250,000 | $1,000 |
$250,001 - $500,000 | $2,500 |
$500,001 + | $5,000 |
Promo Code: CASHBACK26
Transfer fee rebate: Receive up to $150 per Transfer Request when the client transfers-in $15,000 or more (can be combined with Cashback Offer)
Rates and Fees
1. Trading Commissions
Equities & ETFs
Instrument | Fee |
|---|---|
Equities (Stocks) | $0 |
Commission-Free ETFs | $0 to buy & sell from a list of 100+ ETFs |
No minimum holding period; trade anytime with no fee |
Options
Transaction | Fee |
|---|---|
Options Trading | $0 base commission + $0.75 per contract |
Mutual Funds
Instrument | Fee |
|---|---|
Mutual Funds | $0 |
Fixed Income
Instrument | Fee |
|---|---|
Bonds, T-Bills, Debentures | $1 per $1,000 face value |
Minimum Fee | $24.99 |
Maximum Fee | $250 |
Special Trade Types
Trade Type | Fee |
|---|---|
Telephone (Broker-Assisted) Trades | Minimum $45 per trade |
DAP (Delivery Against Payment) Trades | Additional $10 surcharge per trade |
2. Account Fees
Account Type | Fee |
|---|---|
USD-Registered Account Maintenance | $15 per quarter |
Waived if you qualify for Investor Plus | |
Formal Trust Accounts | Annual administration fee |
See Qtrade fee schedule for details |
3. Account Closure & Transfer Fees
Service | Fee |
|---|---|
Early Account Closure | $100 (if closed within first 12 months) |
Transfer-Out (Full or Partial) | $150 per transfer request |
Transfer-In Rebate | Up to $150 may be rebated when transferring assets into Qtrade |
4. Deposit & Withdrawal Fees
Deposits
Method | Fee |
|---|---|
EFT, Bill Payment, Transfers | Free |
Note | Third-party or currency conversion fees may apply |
Withdrawals
Method | Fee |
|---|---|
EFT Withdrawals | Free |
Other Methods | May incur third-party or FX fees |
5. Other Administrative Fees
Service | Fee |
|---|---|
Paper Trade Confirmations / Statements | Fee applies unless enrolled in e-delivery |
Rush / DRS Certificate Processing | $150 + tax |
Options Exercise or Assignment | Subject to standard commission schedule |
Tax Reporting / CRA Reprint Requests | Nominal fees may apply |
Overview
🏛️ Company Snapshot
- Qtrade Direct Investing is a self-directed online brokerage operated by Credential Qtrade Securities Inc., based in Vancouver, and owned by Aviso Wealth.
- Founded in the early 2000s, Qtrade is consistently ranked among the top Canadian brokerages for ease of use and overall investor satisfaction.
🌐 Regulation & Security
- Regulated by IIROC (Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada).
- Protected by the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF) up to $1 million per account.
- Implements strong security measures: 256-bit encryption, two-factor authentication (2FA), session timeout, and an Internet Security Guarantee covering unauthorized transactions.
🧩 Account & Asset Types
Supported Accounts
- Personal: Cash, Margin, Joint
- Registered: RRSP, Spousal RRSP, TFSA, FHSA, RESP, RRIF, LIF, LIRA (CAD & USD versions)
- Business & Estate: Corporate, Trust, and Estate accounts
Tradable Assets
- Canadian & U.S. equities (incl. some OTC stocks)
- 100+ commission-free ETFs
- Mutual Funds
- Bonds & GICs
- IPO participation (when available)
- Options (buying, writing, spreads)
❌ Not supported: Cryptocurrency, Forex (FX), Contracts for Difference (CFDs), international stocks outside Canada/U.S., or Futures contracts
💻 Platform & Tools
User Experience
- Fully web-based with intuitive dashboard, available via desktop and mobile apps (iOS/Android).
- Fast account opening, usually approved in 1–3 business days.
Research & Planning Tools
- Advanced ETF & stock screeners
- Morningstar reports & technical charting
- Portfolio simulator & goal calculator
- Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) and performance tracking
- Options Lab for strategy visualization
- Alerts, watchlists, and market data integration
How to Get the Rebate
- 1.Sign in or create a new FinlyWealth account.
- 2.Click the offer link provided in order to be redirected to the merchant's page.
- 3.Make sure to add your INTERAC e-Transfer email to your Finly profile for us to process payments.
- 4.Complete your application process in one go.
- 5.Once approved, the institution will report the transaction to us based on their reporting schedule, which can vary from 3-5 days to 1-2 months. Your Finly cashback profile will reflect that as soon as we receive a status update.
- 6.Rebate payments are generally processed within 10 days of receiving transaction confirmations, however it may vary depending on payment processing times.
Rebate Timeline
Posting Time
3-4 weeks after signup
Locking Time
3-4 weeks after signup
Payments & Privacy
- •We take privacy serious and believe in keeping your information the way it's meant to be - private. We ask for minimal information to reduce exposure and secure any personal information stored using the latest industry standards.
- •Payments are sent via INTERAC e-Transfer through our secure automated payment system. If your INTERAC requires a password to accept payments, you can find your unique passcode in your Finly account page, otherwise the cash payment will be auto-deposited directly into your bank account.
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