The quick answer

Investing guides in one place, starting with how Canada's online brokerages actually compare. Short version: Wealthsimple Trade and National Bank Direct Brokerage both charge $0 commission on stocks and ETFs -- the cheapest way to trade in Canada, full stop. Questrade splits the difference, with free ETF purchases but a small per-trade fee on stocks -- a fair middle ground if you want a more established platform. The bank-owned brokerages (TD, BMO) still charge close to $10 a trade regardless of how much you hold with them.

  • Wealthsimple Trade and NBDB are the only two $0-commission stock/ETF brokerages covered so far.

Centsable's editorial team, fact-checked and updated July 2026.