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Why Choose TD Direct Investing

TD Direct Investing gives you the educational resources, tools and support you need to trade better.

Make better investment decisions

Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been investing for
years, we’ll provide you with comprehensive educational
resources, innovative tools and knowledgeable support to help
you become a more confident and successful trader.

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Investor education

TD Direct Investing offers a variety of educational resources to help investors of every level succeed.

Investor videos help you become a better investor.
Investor seminars for new to advanced traders.
Common investment terms you’ll come across.

Investor videos

These videos cover a variety of topics that matter to both new and more advanced investors.

  • Educational videos cover investing strategies that can help you become a better investor
  • Weekly webcasts of top TD Experts discussing current events and investing insights

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Investment seminars

Get access to more than 30 educational seminars available for new and advanced traders, like:

  • Introduction to Investing
  • Understanding Margin and Short Selling
  • Options as an Income Strategy

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Investment terms

Get a grasp of common investment and financial terms.


Conveniently access help when you need it

Get help online, by phone or in-person – it’s your choice!

Support whenever, however

Get in touch with knowledgeable people when you need help.

Dedicated Investor Centres

Talk to representatives who are focused on helping you find the right investment solutions. Come visit us to:

  • Discuss your unique investment needs
  • Determine which account suits your situation
  • Attend an educational seminar

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near you

Helpful resources for new online investors

Our best-in-class onboarding process will help you get ready to trade with confidence.


Powerful trading platforms and tools

Innovative platforms and tools to help give you the confidence to reach your investment goals.

Trading platforms to help you invest with confidence.
Planning tools help you reach your goals.
Access extensive market commentary and research.

A suite of platforms

These trading platforms help you make better informed decisions to invest with confidence.

  • Advanced screeners to identify opportunities
  • Back testing to refine your investment strategies
  • Customizable alerts
  • Access international markets and global opportunities
  • Interactive charting tools
  • Informative online tours

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Planning tools

Get the tools to help you determine your investment objectives and reach your goals.

  • RSP Calculator: Personalized, easy to use and provides a comprehensive investment roadmap to help you realize your retirement goals

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Research data

Access extensive market commentary and research for trends, important facts and numbers.

  • Investment recommendations from a comprehensive selection of analyst research
  • Quickly and easily scan for actionable investment ideas
  • Portfolio strategy from experts providing asset allocation guidance

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