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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

This Market Feels Uncertain: Here Are 3 TSX Stocks I’d Still Buy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama, George Weston, and Great-West look like “uncertain market” stocks because they’re tied to everyday spending and sticky financial habits.

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Dividend Stocks

Is the TSX Too Calm Right Now? These 3 Stocks Look Ready Either Way

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Calm TSX markets can flip fast, and Nutrien, Teck, and Equinox look positioned with real cash flow plus commodity upside.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy Before the Next Rally

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian blue chips combine defensive cash flow with enough growth drivers to participate if the next rally broadens…

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Dividend Stocks

A 4.8% Dividend Stock That’s Quietly Becoming a Top Pick for 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Choice Properties REIT offers a near-5% monthly yield backed by grocery-anchored stability and an industrial growth runway.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy for a “Pay Me First” Portfolio

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three TSX income stocks offer monthly cash flow from royalties, industrial chemicals, and a familiar restaurant brand.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy Before the Next Earnings Surprise

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Some earnings-season winners show up before the headlines, with strong momentum, clear catalysts, and room to beat expectations.

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Energy Stocks

2 Canadian Energy Stocks That Still Look Cheap Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Even with energy volatility, Peyto and Whitecap still look like “cheap but cash-generating” TSX producers with dividends that aren’t just…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks I’d Snap Up on Any Dip Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX names look like buy-the-dip candidates because they combine real earnings power with long-term growth drivers.

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Energy Stocks

If Oil Hits $100, These 3 Canadian Stocks Could Surge

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If oil really spikes to $100, these three Canadian energy names offer different kinds of torque: a major project ramp,…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy When Everyone’s Nervous

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Nervous markets reward real businesses, and these two TSX names offer either stability you can sleep on or a trend…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Do Well if the Loonie Slides

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A falling loonie can quietly boost Canadian stocks that earn lots of U.S. dollars or sell globally.

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Energy Stocks

Got $10,000? Here’s a Simple TFSA Plan for Income and Growth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A simple $10,000 TFSA can pair long-term growth with tax-free income by owning proven compounders and reliable dividend payers.

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Stocks for Beginners

Miners Sold Off: 3 TSX Materials Stocks Worth a Second Look

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Materials stocks have sold off together, but these three miners have company-specific progress that could surprise investors in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Through Market Volatility

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TMX and A&W offer an unusual volatility-proof combo: one can benefit from market turmoil, and the other leans on everyday…

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Dividend Stocks

Tariff Headlines Are Back: 2 TSX Stocks Built for the Noise

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

As the TSX Index swings between inflation fears and defensive buying, these steadier businesses with local demand and essential goods…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks to Buy for a Set-It-and-Forget-It TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A truly hands-off TFSA works best with boring, essential businesses that can grow and pay you through almost any market.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy This Spring

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Spring’s best stock picks aren’t cheap stories; they’re companies delivering real growth, strong demand, and improving execution.

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Stocks for Beginners

4 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Through 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These four Canadian stocks mix recovery, long-term growth, and steady cash flow, giving buy-and-hold investors more balance for 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy if Rates Stay Higher for Longer

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If rates stay higher for longer, these three financial stocks can still generate durable earnings and dependable income from strong…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Thrive Even if the Economy Slows

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If the TSX hits a softer patch, these three stocks stand out for durable demand, long-cycle work, or exposure to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks to Own if Volatility Sticks Around

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks aim to stay resilient amid volatility by leaning on essentials, recurring cash flow, and disciplined execution.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Smart Canadian Investors Are Watching These 3 Stocks Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX names are on investors’ watchlists because each has a real catalyst, real growth, and just enough proof…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy if Rates Stay Higher for Longer

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two high-yield TSX lenders look built for “higher-for-longer” rates, with dividends supported by earnings and loans that can reprice.

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Tech Stocks

1 Canadian Stock to Buy Before the Bank of Canada Speaks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BlackBerry is suddenly looking like a real pre-Bank of Canada play, with sticky government and auto customers, plus a turnaround…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks I’m Still Buying

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX high-yielders try to back up their payouts with real cash flow, not just a flashy headline yield.

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Investors: 3 Stocks That Look Built for Uncertain Times

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks aim to steady your portfolio with cash flow, essential demand, and dividends that can help while…

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Dividend Stocks

The TSX Just Sent a Signal: Here Are 3 Stocks to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TSX is perking up again, and these three stocks look positioned for upside with real assets, earnings momentum, and…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Own if Markets Stay Choppy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When the TSX is whipping around, these three dividend stocks offer steadier cash flow and everyday demand instead of headline-driven…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much a Typical 45-Year-Old Has in TFSA and RRSP Accounts

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you feel behind at 45, the averages show you’re not alone, and a steady, infrastructure-focused compounder like WSP could…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Could Grow Your Paycheque Over Time

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These five dividend growers focus on businesses that can keep raising payouts over time, not just flashing a big yield…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Just Moved: 2 Canadian Tech Stocks to Buy Next

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shopify’s surge has put Canadian tech back in focus, but OpenText and Lightspeed look like two “next up” ideas with…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks to Buy on a Red Day

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

On a red day, these three TSX names stand out because the businesses still look strong even when the market…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy if Mortgage Rates Stay High

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

High mortgage rates can squeeze consumers and cool housing, so these two TSX stocks are framed as ways to stay…

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Just Hit 2.4%, but These 2 Canadian Stocks Still Look Like Buys

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's time to consider stocks that can keep rising even if interest rates stay high for a while.

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Dividend Stocks

The Sectors Where Canada Actually Beats the United States

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s edge isn’t copying U.S. tech — it’s owning cash-generating real assets like infrastructure, agriculture inputs, and alternative asset management.

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Dividend Stocks

Beyond Telus: A High-Yield Stock Perfect for Income Lovers

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TELUS yields over 9%, but Freehold’s royalty model may deliver high income with fewer balance-sheet headaches.

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Tech Stocks

A Year Later: 3 Canadian Stocks I Still Want in My TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three TFSA-friendly compounders still look like they’re executing a year later, even if none of them is truly “cheap.”

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Surprise Investors During Trade Turbulence

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These five “boring” TSX stocks focus on essentials and recurring demand, which can make them useful holds in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

5 TSX Stocks to Buy for a Calm, Boring, Winning Portfolio

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These five “boring” TSX stocks focus on essentials and recurring demand, which can make them useful holds in 2026.

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Energy Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks That Could Help You Sleep Better in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two Canadian utilities aim to keep dividends steady in 2026, even if the economy and rates get choppy.

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