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Upgrade your investing with Qtrade

Upgrade your investing with Qtrade

You bring your knowledge and your experience.
We help make the most of your investments.

  • Our innovative platform and tools
  • Top-notch client service and education resources
  • An uncompromising commitment to improvement
  • Exclusive cash bonuses for new and existing clients

Together, we can achieve anything. That’s the Qfactor.

Fund your future with a cash bonus of up to 5%

Just follow these simple steps and you’re on your way to be rewarded.

How to claim your offer

  1. Open a Qtrade Account using the code SUMMERBONUS2024 by November 30, 2024.
  2. Fund your account with at least $5,000 in net new funds by December 31, 2024.
  3. Hold your funds in the account until April 30, 2025.
  4. Receive your cashback on or around May 31, 2025.

Funding amount

Reward

$5,000 - $24,999

$250 cash back - that’s 5% on $5,000!

$25,000 +

1% cash bonus (up to $2,000)

Bonus offer for new clients: Get an additional $100 sign-up bonus when you add at least $1,000 to your account and free trades for the rest of the year!

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Need more information?  We’ve got you covered.

Here are some frequently asked questions about our offer.

  • To qualify, simply use the code SUMMERBONUS2024 when you submit a new account application to Qtrade Direct Investing by November 30, 2024. Then, deposit between $5,000 and $24,999.99 in net new funds to receive a cash bonus of $250 (equal to 5% of $5,000), or deposit at least $25,000 to earn 1% of the net new funds deposited, up to a maximum of $2,000. Remember, you need to hold your funds in the account until April 30, 2025, to be eligible.

  • New to Qtrade Direct Investing? You’re in for a treat! Qualify for an additional $100 bonus and enjoy free trades until December 31, 2024, when you make a minimum deposit of $1,000 into your new Qtrade Direct Investing account by December 31, 2024. It's our way of saying welcome aboard!

  • Yes, during the application process, apply the following promo code: SUMMERBONUS2024. This code is your ticket to unlocking the Summer Cashback Offer benefits.

  • Qualifying free trades must be filled between the date of opening of the new account and no later than 11:59 pm ET on December 31, 2024. Commission will be applied to initial trades in the new account. If all terms of this offer have been satisfied, you will receive a rebate for the qualifying free trades on or about January 31, 2025.​

  • Eligible accounts include CAD Cash (individual or joint), USD Cash (individual or joint), CAD Margin (individual or joint), USD Margin (individual or joint) RESP, CAD RRSP, CAD RRIF, CAD Spousal RRSP, CAD Spousal RRIF, USD RRSP, USD RRIF, USD Spousal RRSP, USD Spousal RRIF, LIRA, CAD TFSA, USD TFSA, CAD FHSA, and USD FHSA. Note that Delivery Against Payment (DAP) accounts are not eligible.

  • Each qualifying client (or joint account as a single client) is eligible for one offer. However, if you open multiple eligible accounts, the qualifying funds can be based on the total new assets across all new accounts, with each needing at least $1,000 in new assets to count towards the offer.

  • Any withdrawals or transfers out before April 30, 2025, will decrease the eligible funds that qualify for the offer. To ensure you receive the full benefit of the cashback offer, keep your deposited funds in the account until the specified date.

  • Yes, the transferred assets must not include any securities that are restricted, subject to a cease trade order, or non-listed without independent evidence of current value acceptable to Qtrade Direct Investing. The funds can originate from any Canadian financial institution or broker.

  • The applicable cash bonus will be credited to your Qtrade Direct Investing account on or around May 31, 2025. For the sign-up bonus and free trades rebate (if qualifying), expect these in your account on or about January 31, 2025. It’s a bit of a wait, but definitely worth it!

  • Absolutely! The offer is open to both new and existing clients who meet the eligibility criteria. Whether you're expanding your investment portfolio or just starting with us, this offer is a fantastic way to make your investing journey even more rewarding.

    Want to know more about opening and funding an account? Get all the details you need in our Help Centre.

You never stop planning. We never stop progressing. 

With Qtrade, you have access to everything you need to choose and manage your own investments. We offer both registered and non-registered accounts and an extensive list of stocks, ETFs, bonds, mutual funds, GICs, and other securities available to buy and sell, so you can create the exact portfolio to meet your needs. 

Prepare for retirement

Prepare for retirement

Whether you are looking to retire in 30 days or 30 years, choosing the right account will set you up for success.

  • Grow your nest egg tax-free with a Tax-free Savings Account
  • Take advantage of the tax benefits offered by Registered Retirement Savings Plans
  • Enjoy your retirement worry-free with a Retirement Income Fund
Plan for the future

Plan for the future

Worried about the cost of tuition? Take advantage of an RESP, so you’re ready when they are.

  • Receive up to $7,200 in additional government grants annually
  • Individual and family plans offer flexibility for families with multiple children
  • Funds can be used for tuition, as well as books and housing
Save for a home

Save for a home

Make your dream of owning a home a reality with the FHSA, created specifically for first time home buyers.

  • Eligible contributions are tax-deductible, and withdrawals are tax-free
  • Contribute up to $8,000 a year, to a lifetime maximum of $40,000

Industry-leading tools meet an industry-leading offer

Earn up to 5% in cash bonuses* when you open and fund a new Qtrade Direct Investing account before November 30, 2024, with the code SUMMERBONUS2024. 

Learn with exclusive Qtrade content

Your drive. Our tools.

With a passion for innovation and a commitment to your success, we’re continually enhancing the quality of our platform and tools so you can be confident you’re getting the best investing experience available. 

Take control of your financial future

You bring your goals, and we’ll give you the tools you need to achieve them.

  • Get a second opinion on your portfolio with Portfolio Score™, and evaluate its health across six key dimensions including performance, diversification, and ESG factors
  • Keep an eye on the markets with custom watchlists, real time quotes, and up to date news on earnings and the latest economic developments
  • 100+ ETFs available free to buy and sell, helping you build a diverse portfolio for less
Unlock your investing potential

Unlock your investing potential

Qtrade offers a growing library of investing and financial literacy content to help you expand your knowledge.

Exclusive content, just for Qtraders

  • Articles and how-tos on topics like dividend investing, setting goals, and choosing the right securities for your needs
  • Comprehensive guides on getting started with online investing, margin trading, and more
  • Daily, weekly, and monthly market commentaries and analyses

 

Don’t just take our word for it! 

Qtrade has been named the top brokerage in Canada 28 times in the last 18 years. 

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Rated ‘A’ by the Globe & Mail

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#1 in Service Experience from Surviscor

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#1 Canadian Brokerage from Million Dollar Journey 

Online brokerage services are offered through Qtrade Direct Investing, a division of Credential Qtrade Securities Inc. Qtrade and Qtrade Direct Investing are trade names and/or trademarks of Aviso Wealth Inc.

Portfolio Simulator, Portfolio Creator and Portfolio Score are trademarks of Credential Qtrade Securities Inc.