A Perfect March TFSA With a 3.1% Monthly Payout

This Canadian stock combines monthly income with long-term growth in the booming energy sector.

Jitendra Parashar

Author Bio Jitendra Parashar is a financial journalist who has been writing for The Motley Fool Canada since June 2020. With more than 13 years of experience in financial journalism, equity research, and market analysis, he helps investors understand market developments and identify long-term investment opportunities. Before joining The Motley Fool Canada, Jitendra spent several years at Market Realist covering U.S. equities, major economic developments, and developments in the automotive and technology industries. He also worked in commodity and currency research at brokerage firms, gaining insight into how economic trends, central bank decisions, and geopolitical events influence financial markets. Jitendra writes for beginner investors, dividend seekers, and Canadians looking to build wealth over the long term. He also contributes to the daily TSX Today series, explaining key Canadian market developments and highlighting news investors should watch. Based in India, Jitendra follows Canadian and U.S. markets closely. Outside of work, he enjoys travelling in the Himalayas, street and nature photography, and exploring programming and artificial intelligence. Education MBA in Finance and International Business Bachelor's degree in Journalism Areas of Expertise Canadian and U.S. financial markets, long-term equity investing, dividend investing, macroeconomic and geopolitical trends, automotive stocks, emerging technologies, and artificial intelligence. Social Media Profiles LinkedIn Muck Rack Favorite Investment Quote “Simplicity is the master key to financial success.” — John C. Bogle

Published April 1, 4:40 pm EDT

In investing, building a portfolio that generates consistent cash flow can go a long way in strengthening your financial future. And with the right approach, your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) can become a reliable income-generating tool.

Foolish Investors know that consistency matters more than timing the market. That’s why focusing on quality businesses with dependable payouts can make a big difference over time. Now imagine getting paid not once a year, but every month. That’s where monthly dividend stocks stand out. They give you the flexibility to reinvest and compound returns faster, or simply enjoy a steady cash flow. One such Canadian company offering this advantage is Northland Power (TSX: NPI). Let’s take a closer look.

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Diving into Northland Power

Northland Power is a Canadian-based global power producer focused on developing and operating energy infrastructure. Its portfolio includes offshore and onshore wind, solar, battery storage, and natural gas facilities, along with a regulated utility business. In simple terms, it generates and sells electricity using a mix of renewable and conventional energy sources.

Following a 19% run over the last quarter, NPI stock currently trades at $23.34 per share with a market cap of $6.1 billion. This momentum reflects improving investor sentiment. More importantly for income investors, Northland offers a 3.1% dividend yield, paid monthly.

A look at key drivers

The ongoing trend in Northland Power’s operations and financials looks strong. For 2025, the company reported adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) of $1.25 billion, in line with its guidance. Its free cash flow for the year came in at $1.46 per share, exceeding expectations.

A major contributor was strong wind production from its German offshore assets. In the fourth quarter, revenue from energy sales rose to $723 million from $572 million a year earlier.

Although its net profit declined to $290 million from $371 million, mainly due to a non-cash impairment related to the Nordsee One facility, Northland’s core business remained stable and continued to generate solid cash flow.

A bold vision for the future

Interestingly, Northland Power is targeting significant long-term expansion. It aims to double its gross operating capacity to 7 gigawatts (GW) by 2030, backed by a structured funding plan and a focus on key regions like Canada and Europe.

Moreover, its major projects are progressing well. The company’s 1.1 GW Baltic Power project is expected to be operational in the second half of 2026, while the 1 GW Hai Long project is targeted for 2027. Although Hai Long may face some commissioning delays that could impact pre-completion revenue by $150 million to $200 million, the overall project remains on track.

Clearly, Northland Power is not just expanding capacity – it is positioning itself for the growing global demand for clean energy. With a diversified asset base, strong development pipeline, and consistent monthly dividend, it stands out as a solid option for a long-term, income-focused TFSA portfolio.