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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

RRSP Season: Here’s the 1 Move I’d Make This Week

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RRSP deadline pressure is real, but one simple action can turn a last-minute contribution into long-term compounding.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Investors: 1 “Set it and Forget it” Stock for 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

WSP could be the kind of “set it and forget it” TFSA stock that compounds quietly while infrastructure spending does…

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Energy Stocks

1 Rock-Solid TSX Dividend Stock to Buy Before RRSP Season Ends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RRSP season makes yields look irresistible, but Canadian Utilities is really a “sleep-well” pick only if you’re happy with slow…

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Tech Stocks

Too Much U.S. Tech? Here’s the TSX Stock I’d Add Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If your portfolio is overloaded in U.S. mega-cap tech, Constellation Software offers a quieter kind of software growth that can…

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Energy Stocks

If CAD/USD Swings, This TFSA Strategy Still Works

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CAD/USD swings can make a TFSA feel volatile, so the best plan is a core in CAD assets plus a…

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Dividend Stocks

8.6% Yield? Here’s the Dividend Trap to Avoid in February

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

An 8.6% TELUS yield looks tempting, but it only holds up if free cash flow keeps improving and debt stays…

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Dividend Stocks

The Safest Monthly Dividend on the TSX Right Now?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Granite REIT’s high occupancy and dividend coverage look reassuring, but tenant concentration and real estate rate risk still matter.

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Dividend Stocks

The Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Trust if Markets Get Choppy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

In choppy markets, TC Energy is the kind of “paid-to-wait” business that can feel steadier when everything else is noisy.

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Stocks for Beginners

Gold Just Dropped: Should TFSA Investors Buy the Dip?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Gold’s dip can create a TFSA opportunity, but only if you pick a miner built to survive the ugly swings.

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About Tariffs? 2 TSX Stocks I’d Buy and Hold

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Tariff noise can rattle markets, but businesses tied to everyday needs can keep compounding while the headlines scream.

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Dividend Stocks

EV Incentives Are Back! 1 Dividend Stock I’d Buy Immediately

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

EV rebates are back, and the ripple effect could help Canadian electrification plays that aren’t carmakers.

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Dividend Stocks

This Simple TFSA Move Could Protect You in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A TFSA isn’t stress-proof, but swapping one hype stock for a dividend-paying compounder can make volatility easier to hold through.

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed Stock Has a Plan, Cash, and Momentum: So, Why the Doubt?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Lightspeed just delivered the kind of quarter that should steady nerves, but the market still wants proof it can keep…

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Dividend Stocks

The Bank of Canada Just Spoke: Here’s What I’d Buy in a TFSA Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With the Bank of Canada on pause, TFSA investors can shift from rate-watching to owning businesses that compound through ordinary…

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Stocks for Beginners

Why I’m Never Selling This ETF in My Retirement Account

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Retirement feels harder for most Canadians, and VGRO is built as a simple, low-cost “set it and stick with it”…

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Dividend Stocks

Outlook for Northland Power Stock in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Northland’s Taiwan offshore wind ramp is the make-or-break story for 2026, and delays are already reshaping cash flow expectations.

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Energy Stocks

Rates Are Stuck: 1 Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Buy Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Side hustles are booming, but a steady dividend stock like Emera could be the quieter “second income” that doesn’t need…

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Dividend Stocks

Rogers Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Rogers looks like a classic “boring winner” but price wars, debt, and heavy network spending can still bite.

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Tech Stocks

3 Popular Stocks That Could Wipe Out a $100,000 Nest Egg

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Popular “story stocks” can turn dangerous fast when expectations are high and results slip, so these three deserve extra caution.

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Buy BCE Stock Until This Happens

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE looks “cheap” on paper, but the real story is a dividend reset and a multi-year rebuild that still needs…

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Tech Stocks

It’s Time to Buy: 1 Oversold TSX Stock Poised for a Comeback

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Oversold can be a setup for a rebound, if the business keeps executing while the market panics.

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Energy Stocks

Where Will Canadian Natural Resources Be in 5 Years?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Energy stocks can humble investors fast, but CNQ’s long-life oil sands cash flow makes it one of the steadier ways…

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Tech Stocks

Missed Out on Nvidia? My Best AI Stocks to Buy and Hold

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

AI’s next winners may not be the loudest names. Look for steady, cash-generating software businesses that quietly compound.

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Tech Stocks

Here’s Why I Wouldn’t Touch This Meme Stock With a 10‑Foot Pole

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bitfarms can trade like a meme stock because the Bitcoin price and headlines drive it more than steady business fundamentals.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Undervalued Bank Stocks and REITs Worth Buying in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Undervalued banks and REITs can work in 2026, but only if earnings stay resilient and rate cuts actually help.

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Tech Stocks

2 Overhyped Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into Nothing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Crypto-and-AI “theme” stocks can look inevitable in good markets, but they can break fast when sentiment or financing turns.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Smart Money Is Piling Into This TSX Leader

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield attracts “smart money” because it compounds through fees, real assets, and patient capital across market cycles.

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Energy Stocks

Energy Sector Strength: A Canadian Producer That Can Thrive in Any Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Whitecap is built to survive oil-price swings by keeping costs low and focusing on durable free cash flow.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock: A Lukewarm Outlook for 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE looks like a classic “safe” telecom, but 2026 depends on free cash flow, debt reduction, and pricing power.

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Cannabis Stocks

2 Risky Stocks That Could Send Your $100,000 Investment to $0

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cannabis stocks look risky because price wars, dilution, and regulation can turn one weak quarter into a long drawdown.

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Tech Stocks

Step Aside, Nvidia: This AI Stock is the Real Deal for Canadians in the Know

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Nvidia is the AI superstar, but supply-chain winners like Celestica can benefit as data-centre spending scales behind the scenes.

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Cannabis Stocks

My Biggest Investing Regret in 2025 Was Buying This Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canopy Growth is a cautionary reminder to buy businesses, not headlines, especially in hype-driven sectors like cannabis.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Stocks That Could Turn a $100,000 Portfolio Into $1 Million Sooner Than You Think

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian stocks aim to compound for years by reinvesting cash and growing through cycles, not relying on lucky…

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Dividend Stocks

Outlook for Manulife Stock in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Manulife gives TSX investors diversified insurance and wealth exposure, but you must watch U.S.-dollar results and the economic cycle.

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Energy Stocks

Is Algonquin Power Stock a Trap?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Algonquin can look cheap and high-yield, but the real test is whether cash flow and balance-sheet repairs are truly sustainable.

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Tech Stocks

2 Risky Stocks That Could Send Your $100,000 Investment to $0

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These risky stocks can spike fast, but they can also implode if cash, debt, or demand turns against them.

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Tech Stocks

Is BlackBerry Stock Yesterday’s News?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BlackBerry is trying to reinvent itself as a critical software company, and the market may be slow to notice.

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Tech Stocks

Billionaires Are Dropping Tesla Stock and Buying This TSX Stock in Bulk

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Billionaire selling can be a useful warning, but it isn’t automatically a reason to panic-sell.

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Dividend Stocks

Billionaires Are Selling Meta Stock and Buying This TSX Stock Instead

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Billionaire trimming is a clue to re-check fundamentals and valuation, not an automatic sell signal.

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Dividend Stocks

What’s Going On With BCE’s Dividend?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE’s dividend is now more about “can it hold?” than “how fast can it grow?”

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