Jonathan Bouchard

Jonathan Bouchard is a Canadian trader and entrepreneur who rose to prominence in financial markets without taking the traditional academic route. Starting his career at 17, he built a reputation for sharp instincts and consistent profits, eventually earning the nickname “Home Run” after a stunning 15x return during the COVID-19 crisis. His track record includes managing multi-million-dollar portfolios, breaking sales records at one of Canada’s largest banks, and building one of Quebec’s largest trading communities.

Raised in Montreal after being born in New Brunswick, Jonathan pursued trading instead of university studies, relying on self-directed learning and practical experimentation. By the age of 18, his performance had attracted the attention of Montreal Trading Group, a proprietary firm that entrusted him with $5 million in discretionary capital. He refined techniques like pair trading, market making, and the use of dark pools, while developing quantitative models that optimized profitability. His work directly contributed to some of the firm’s most lucrative strategies.

Jonathan’s success at the proprietary level led him to BMO Financial Group in 2019, where he managed portfolios for high-net-worth clients, including some with assets exceeding $10 million. He distinguished himself through expertise in complex options strategies, including butterfly spreads and iron condors. Within months, he broke a sales record by closing $129 million in a single quarter, surpassing senior colleagues and ranking among Canada’s top brokers. His achievements were recognized with awards, while his relentless pace and precision further enhanced his reputation in institutional finance.

During the pandemic, Jonathan demonstrated his ability to seize opportunities under pressure. While most investors adopted caution, he executed trades against pending mergers disrupted by global uncertainty, leveraging derivatives to capture significant upside. This bold strategy generated a 15x return, reinforcing his “Home Run” identity. With these accomplishments, he shifted focus toward education and community building. In 2024, he founded The Trading Floor, which now serves over 1,000 students and operates a 70-seat physical hub.

Jo Bouchard’s teaching emphasizes discipline, risk management, and emotional control over abstract theory, reflecting his own journey. Many of his students now report consistent monthly earnings of $40,000.