As competition among non-bank brokerages continues to grow, Questrade remains the benchmark against which many of its competitors are measured.
Qtrade Direct Investing has once again won the Silver award among non-bank online businesses in 2026. The company’s strengths continue to include robust research tools, reliable field knowledge, and a focused, self-directed investment approach that resonates with a diverse range of investors.
The addition of commission-free stock and ETF trading further strengthens Qtrade’s value proposition, helping it maintain its position as one of Canada’s leading independent trading providers.
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