How to make it happen
Gain investing confidence and make the most of the tools and resources available from Scotia iTRADE®
How to use Scotia iTRADE
How to open a Scotia iTRADE account
Opening an account is easy and takes about 15 minutes. Our helpful tips & checklist below could help make the process easier for you.
How to add or transfer money to Scotia iTRADE
Transferring money to Scotia iTRADE® is simple. Explore three options to learn how to add money from a Scotiabank account or another financial institution.
How to make a RRSP contribution
Make your RRSP contribution online with this step by step guide. The 2025 RRSP contribution limit is 18%, to a maximum of $32,490.
How to place a trade on Scotia iTRADE
Are you considering placing a trade? You can buy or sell investments on Scotia iTRADE® by following these simple steps. Understand price types and order types here.
Online self-serve features
Trading
Online activity |
Scotia® online (classic experience) site navigation |
Learning & support |
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How to place a stock trade |
In the classic Scotia online experience, go to Accounts > Trade > Select account. In the new Scotia online experience, go to iTRADE > Trade > Stocks & ETFs. |
Move money & securities
Online activity | Scotia® online (classic experience) site navigation | Learning & support |
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Making a transfer/contribution | In the classic Scotia® online experience, go to Accounts > Transfers > Select from account. In the new Scotia online experience, go to Move Money tab > Transfer Between Accounts > Select from account. | |
Transfer an Account from another institution (including a Scotiabank branch) | Accounts > Transfers > Transferan account from another institution | _ |
Making a Withdrawal or F/X (Currency Conversion) | In the classic Scotia® online experience, Non-Registered Account: Accounts > Transfers > Select From Account Registered Account (RSP & TFSA Only): Accounts > Transfers > Registered Withdrawals or Currency Conversion > Select From Account In the new Scotia® online experience, Non-registered and TFSA only: Move Money tab > Transfer Between Accounts > Select From Account with chosen currency position |
Registered Account: How to withdraw from your iTRADE Account(s) |
Move Securities between accounts (note: Applies to Non-Registered Accounts Only) | Accounts > Transfers > Transfer Securities > Select from Account Alternative: Manage My Accounts > Additional Services > Scotia iTRADE > Service Request > Security Requests | _ |
Maintenance & servicing requests
Online activity | Scotia® online (classic experience) site navigation | Learning & support |
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How to enroll/open a U.S. Registered Account | Accounts > Manage My Accounts > Scotia ITRADE > Service Request > Enroll | |
Access Online Documents (includes Statements, Tax, & Trade Confirms) | In the classic Scotia online experience, go to Accounts > Documents (e.g. Statements) or Accounts > Tax Documents Alternative: Communications Centre > Documents or Communications Centre > Tax Documents In the new Scotia online experience, click on the three-bar menu on the top right corner of your screen > Documents > Review iTRADE and Wealth Statements or Tax documents | _ |
Enroll a security in a Dividend Reinvestment Program (DRIP) | In the classic Scotia online experience, go to Accounts > Manage My Accounts > Additional Services > Scotia iTRADE > Service Request > Security Requests > Manage DRIP/DPP Enrollment In the new Scotia online experience, click on the three-bar menu on the top right corner of your screen > Profile and Settings > Settings > Manage > DRIP/DPP enrolment > Manage | |
Access to Forms & Applications | Accounts > Account Forms & Services Alternative: Manage My Accounts > Additional Services > Scotia iTRADE > Forms Library | |
Manage Stock Alerts & Notifications | In the classic Scotia online experience, go to Accounts > Quotes & Research > Alerts In the new Scotia online experience, go to iTRADE > Watchlists > Alerts centre. Alternative: click on the three-bar menu on the top right corner of your screen> Profile & Settings > Manage Settings > Manage iTRADE Alerts | iTRADE ‘How To…’ Videos - Alerts |
Ways to help your investments
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How to make a withdrawal
Learn how to make cash and in-kind RSP de-registrations or TFSA withdrawals.

Education is just a click away
Whether you're a first time investor or experienced trader, you can access free educational resources2 on a broad range of topics to help enhance your investment knowledge.
Helpful articles and videos

Maximizing Alerts
Stay ahead of the market – set up alerts by logging onto Scotia® online today!

Account opening tips
If you're new to Scotiabank® and Scotia iTRADE®, this document has tips to help make the account opening process easier.

Compare your account options
Use this helpful account comparison to determine the best account option to meet your needs.
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Frequently asked questions
Get answers to common questions and concerns.
Forms library
Simply download the forms you need from our library.
Glossary
Not sure about some of the trading terms and language? Refer to our glossary list for definitions of trading terms.