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Author: Amy Legate-Wolfe

Amy became interested in investing in 2018 after having her first daughter. After receiving a masters degree in journalism from Western University, she became frustrated that the finance industry remained a confusing place for Canadians like her: new parents, millennials, and other young people who needed to understand their finances. Now, Amy focuses on tech companies and renewable energy for growth opportunities, coupling that with long-term investing strategies and equities. She also provides investors with a daily newsletter, Canada Stock Digest, for daily market updates. Before joining Motley Fool Canada, she wrote for major news organizations including HuffPost, CTVNews.ca, and CBC. When she’s not researching investing strategies, Amy’s time is pretty much monopolized by her two wild daughters, but in what little spare time she has she loves to do yoga, go on walks with her dog, and travel with her husband. Follow Amy on LinkedIn and Canada Stock Digest. Favorite Investment Quote: “October: This is one of the particularly dangerous months to speculate in stocks. The others are July, January, September, April, November, May, March, June, December, August and February.” – Mark Twain

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Knights to Buy Now and Never Sell

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Manulife and TD look like dividend knights because their payouts are backed by large, repeatable earnings engines, not financial tricks.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: The CRA Is Watching These Red Flags

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CRA red flags usually come from overcontributing, contributing as a non‑resident, or using the TFSA for “advantage”/prohibited-investment tactics.

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Dividend Stocks

Married? How to Earn Over $10,000 in Tax-Free Income per Year!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A married couple can double TFSA compounding by using both accounts separately, coordinating contributions, and sticking to sustainable dividend payers.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Knights to Add to Your 2026 TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three “dividend knights” cover different needs: higher yield (BNS), diversified financial exposure (POW), and premium stability (RY).

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Dividend Stocks

How to Structure a $75,000 TFSA for Practically Constant Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A TFSA income mix like these three can work, but the “safety” hinges on fees and payout coverage, not just…

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Tech Stocks

Buy Canadian With 1 Stock Set to Outperform Global Markets This Year

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Constellation’s one-year setup is basically a bet on its acquisition flywheel staying strong while the market decides what multiple “quality”…

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Dividend Stocks

These Are the Best Canadian Stocks for Value in the World Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian “value” names look cheap for different reasons: Manulife for earnings power, SmartCentres for income, and Brookfield for…

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will Cargojet Stock Be in 1 Year?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cargojet’s next year likely hinges on whether contract stability and cost control translate into a clear earnings rebound.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: How Beginners Can Create a Passive-Income Portfolio

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Power Corp can be a beginner-friendly TFSA income pick because it pays a reliable dividend and owns big, established financial…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Immediately With $7,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $7,000 TFSA can start compounding fast when you split it across three different “engines” for returns: fees, infrastructure income,…

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Energy Stocks

Investors: Should You Dump Fortis Stock and Buy This Dividend Knight Instead?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Fortis is the steadier “sleep-well” utility, while Emera can offer more yield and growth but with more moving parts.

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Energy Stocks

Why Is Everyone Talking About Cenovus Energy Stock all of a Sudden?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cenovus is back in the headlines because a potential $3 billion asset sale could quickly change its debt story.

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Canadian Stock Ready to Surge in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A copper comeback stock is flashing momentum, strong cash flow, and a 2026 project catalyst that could drive another leg…

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Energy Stocks

TFSA Gold: 2 Dividend Stocks to Lock in Now for Decades of Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two energy dividends could feel like “TFSA gold” as they’re built on free cash flow, not hype.

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Tech Stocks

2 Superb Canadian Stocks Set to Surge Into 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two TSX stocks have already surged, but their 2026 upside could still come from real backlogs and long-term energy demand.

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy CIBC Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CIBC offers a mix of dependable income, potential benefit from steadier rates, and a durable moat in Canada’s regulated banking…

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Stocks for Beginners

This 7% Dividend Stock Pays Out Every Month Like Clockwork

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This 7%-yield monthly payer gets paid from royalties, not drilling, which can make the income stream feel simpler and steadier.

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Dividend Stocks

The (Only!) Canadian Stock I’d Trust for the Next 10 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield looks like a “hold-for-a-decade” compounder because its fee engine keeps growing, even when markets are messy.

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Dividend Stocks

6.5% Yield: Is NorthWest REIT’s Dividend Safe?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

NorthWest’s dividend looks safer than last year because cash flow coverage improved, but debt and refinancing still matter.

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Dividend Stocks

An 8.8% Dividend Stock That’s Now a Standout Buy in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Yellow Pages’s big 8.8% yield looks tempting, but the real story is whether shrinking revenue can still fund that payout.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Incredibly Cheap (and Safe!) Canadian Dividend Stock to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock can keep paying even when headlines get ugly, and its valuation still looks reasonable after a strong…

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Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Make $500 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A 7% monthly TFSA payout sounds great, but the real question is whether the rent engine can keep it growing.

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Energy Stocks

Is Parex Resources a Buy Today for its 8% Dividend Yield?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This 8%-yield oil stock can be generous, but the yield exists because the market demands a Colombia risk premium.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Dividend Stock Down 29% to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend-paying software stock is down nearly 30% from its high, but its cash flow suggests the business isn’t broken.

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Dividend Stocks

A Terrific TFSA Stock Paying 4% Each Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This monthly-paying apartment REIT trades far below its reported asset value, giving TFSA investors income plus potential recovery upside.

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s the Average TFSA and RRSP for a 40-Year-Old in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 40, the “average” TFSA and RRSP balances are lower than you think, and a consistent compounder can help you…

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Dividend Stocks

An Ideal TFSA Stock With a 6.6% Payout Each Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A 6.6% monthly yield looks tempting, but the real story is whether the payout is getting safer.

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Dividend Stocks

What’s the Average RRSP Balance for a 20-Year-Old in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 20, most Canadians aren’t even contributing to an RRSP yet, so starting small can put you ahead quickly.

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Dividend Stocks

The Ideal TFSA Stock: A 7.5% Yield Paying Constant Cash

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This 7.5%-yield monthly payer looks great in a TFSA, but you need to know what’s really funding the cheque.

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.7% Dividend Stock Pays Every. Single. Month.

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This 7.7%-yield monthly REIT gets paid by grocery shoppers, not market hype, which can make TFSA income feel steadier.

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 30 in Canada?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you’re 30 with a small TFSA, the CRA numbers show most people still have lots of room to catch…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: 3 Canadian Stocks That Are Perfection With a $10,000 TFSA Investment

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $10,000 TFSA can snowball faster than you think if you spread it across three very different long-term compounders.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Only 2 Canadian Stocks Investors Will Ever Need

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two Brookfield stocks give you a “buy and forget” TFSA pairing that compounds through fee growth and long-life assets.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Dividend I’d Depend on for a Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend “quiet compounder” has surged lately, but its real appeal is steady payouts backed by multiple financial engines.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Must-Have Blue-Chip Stocks for Canadian Investors

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian blue-chip dividends aim to keep paying through ugly markets, so your TFSA income plan can stay steady.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safety-First Stocks to Own for 10 More Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two “ultra-safe” dividend stocks aim to keep paying you through whatever the next decade throws at markets.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Bank Stocks Delivering Decades of Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian banks pair long dividend histories with different strengths, so you can pick the flavour that fits you.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Giants to Buy for the Next 20 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two TSX giants can make holding for 20 years feel simpler by combining steady cash flow with a hedge against…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks Supercharged to Surge in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two Canadian stocks look positioned for a 2026 “restart,” with real catalysts beyond January seasonality.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Dividend Stock Down 59% to Buy for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A battered dividend stock can be worth a second look when the core business is still essential and the dividend…

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