Qtrade’s crypto ETF list includes a vast array of issuers, exchanges, and currencies, giving you flexibility as well as a variety of other benefits such as:

Safety and security

Unlike direct crypto investments, ETFs are regulated by financial authorities which provides:

• Greater investor protection
• Reduced risk of fraud or hacking
• Increased transparency in fund operations

Simplicity and convenience

Crypto ETFs allow investors to gain exposure to digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana without needing to:

• Set up a crypto wallet
• Manage private keys
• Navigate crypto exchanges

Portfolio diversification

Many crypto ETFs hold a basket of assets that help reduce risk and spread exposure across different assets and sectors such as:

• Multiple cryptocurrencies (e.g., Bitcoin and Ethereum)
• Hybrid portfolios (i.e., 70% equity, 20% fixed income, 10% crypto)
• Adjacent crypto ETFs, representing companies that are involved in the development and utilization of blockchain and crypto technologies.

Professional management

ETFs are managed by experienced fund managers who:

• Monitor market trends
• Select and rebalance assets
• Ensure compliance with regulations

Tax advantages and reporting

Crypto ETFs can be held in tax-deferred accounts like TFSAs, FHSAs, and RRSPs offering:

• Tax-deferred or tax-free growth
• Simplified tax reporting compared to direct crypto holdings