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Between 74% and 89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs.
You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and leveraged products work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. FXMARE is not a broker and does not offer these products; figures are indicative of those disclosed by regulated providers. This page is information, not financial advice. See our full risk disclosure.
Canada has one of the stricter retail-trading frameworks in the world. Forex and CFD providers that solicit Canadian residents are expected to be registered with the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organisation (CIRO) — the body that replaced IIROC and the MFDA — and to be members of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF), which protects eligible client assets if a member firm becomes insolvent. That oversight, combined with caps on retail leverage and strict conduct rules, narrows the field considerably compared with offshore-friendly markets, so this list leans toward firms with a genuine Canadian registration or a long, transparent regulatory record.
The ranking below is editorial opinion, not a statement of fact, and it is never sold — any sponsored placement is always labelled. Every broker is scored against our published methodology, but the right broker for you depends on your province, account type and strategy. Registration status can differ by province and can change over time, so always confirm a firm is registered to deal with Canadian residents before funding an account — you can check the CIRO and CSA national registration databases directly. Trading leveraged forex and CFDs carries a high risk of losing money, and most retail accounts lose money.
Availability: Broker availability and account terms vary by country — always confirm the broker accepts clients in your jurisdiction before signing up.
Why it makes the list: A long-standing, US- and Canada-friendly name with NFA/CFTC and FCA oversight, no minimum deposit, transparent pricing and excellent data and API tooling — a natural starting point for Canadian traders who value reliability and analytics. Veteran, strongly-regulated broker (since 1996) that accepts US clients and is known for clean pricing, data and APIs.
Why it makes the list: Part of the NYSE-listed StoneX group and built for North American clients, with NFA registration, MT4/MT5/TradingView support and a deep, well-resourced operation behind it. StoneX-owned, US-friendly broker with strong regulation, a deep market range and a choice of pro platforms.
Why it makes the list: Nasdaq-listed with a genuine Canadian presence, interbank-grade FX pricing and the professional-grade TWS platform — the most institutional option here for serious, multi-asset Canadian traders. Nasdaq-listed global broker with direct-market access, real interbank FX and rock-bottom commissions across 150+ markets.
Why it makes the list: FCA-regulated and LSE-listed since 1974, IG pairs balance-sheet strength with 17,000+ markets and a polished proprietary platform — a trusted, broad-market choice where it is available to you. LSE-listed, FCA-regulated heavyweight since 1974 with 17,000+ markets and best-in-class platforms and research.
Every broker on this list is independently scored against our published broker review methodology— regulation and safety, trading costs, platforms, instruments, deposits and withdrawals, support and country availability. Rankings are editorial and are never sold; sponsored placements are always labelled. Figures are indicative and vary by entity and jurisdiction — always confirm current terms on the broker's own site.
Trading forex, CFDs and crypto involves significant risk of loss and is not suitable for every investor. Leverage can work against you, and most retail investor accounts lose money trading CFDs. The information on FXMARE is general, is not personal financial advice, and does not account for your objectives or circumstances. Verify all terms with the broker and the relevant regulator before opening an account. See our full risk disclosure.
Retail investment dealers, including firms offering forex and CFDs to Canadian residents, are regulated by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organisation (CIRO), which replaced IIROC and the MFDA. Member firms are also expected to belong to the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF). Securities are additionally overseen at the provincial level by the members of the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA). Always verify a firm's registration on the CIRO/CSA databases before depositing.
Yes, forex trading is legal in Canada for residents, but it is tightly regulated. Firms that solicit Canadian clients should be registered with CIRO and registered in the relevant province. Leverage available to retail clients is generally lower than in offshore markets, and not every international broker accepts Canadian residents — so registration and acceptance should be confirmed before you sign up.
No. The spreads, minimum deposits, leverage and commissions we show are indicative figures that change over time and vary by the broker entity, account type and your province. They are a starting point for comparison only — always confirm the current, exact terms on the broker's own website before you open or fund an account.
Each broker is scored against our published broker review methodology — regulation and safety, trading costs, platforms, instruments, deposits and withdrawals, support and country availability — with extra weight on Canadian registration and investor protection. Rankings are editorial opinion and are never sold, and any sponsored placement is clearly labelled.