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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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Stocks for Beginners

The Key Things to Understand Before Holding U.S. Stocks in a TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadians love U.S. stocks in their TFSAs, but dividends, currency, and account choice can quietly change the math.

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Stocks for Beginners

Canada’s Infrastructure Boom May Be Closer Than You Think – Here’s How to Position Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s infrastructure boom may reward the behind-the-scenes TSX suppliers, not just the headline megaproject names.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why These 2 Canadian Stocks Look Like Bargains Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks look cheap, but still have the cash flow and balance sheets to keep rewarding shareholders.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Undervalued Canadian Stock That May Be Quietly Positioning for a Strong Year

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This under-the-radar insurer is growing earnings fast, hiking its dividend, and still trading like the market hasn’t noticed.

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Stocks for Beginners

4 TSX Stocks Worth Owning If the Economy Softens Without Falling Apart

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These four TSX stocks could hold up in a softer economy because they sell essentials, stay profitable, and still have…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Turn Today’s Uncertainty Into Tomorrow’s Gains

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX names show different ways to invest through uncertainty, from a potential turnaround to a steady compounder to…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Set Up Your TFSA to Generate $90 a Month – Completely Tax-Free

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Monthly TFSA income can feel surprisingly powerful, and Chemtrade’s steady payout makes the $90-a-month goal look achievable.

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Dividend Stocks

Oil Above $110 and Rates on Hold: 3 Canadian Energy Stocks Built for Both

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When commodity prices spike and rate cuts stall, not every energy company handles the pressure.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Stocks I’m Continuing to Buy Despite the Market Sell-Off

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks look built for rough markets because they keep earning money and don’t rely on hype.

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Dividend Stocks

Dreaming of a TFSA Million? Here’s How Much You’d Need to Set Aside Each Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A million-dollar TFSA in 10 years takes serious monthly saving, and Altus Group could be one TSX stock to help.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian REITs Yielding at Least 5.5% – but Check These Key Factors Before You Buy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two REITs both yield over 5.5%, but their payout safety and property mix matter more than the headline yield.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Before the Crowd Piles In

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks could be worth buying before momentum investors show up, thanks to clear catalysts and reasonable valuations.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks Built for Higher-for-Longer Interest Rates

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When borrowing costs stay elevated, not every stock suffers. Some are built to benefit.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks That Could Win Big From Canada’s Next Market Shift

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three under-the-radar industrial stocks could benefit if the TSX starts rewarding real execution over rate-driven hype.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Your TFSA – Not Your RRSP – Should Be Doing the Heavy Lifting

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TFSA’s real superpower is tax-free compounding, and it gets even stronger when you pair it with a proven long-term…

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Tech Stocks

3 Canadian Growth Stocks Worth Considering for a TFSA This Year

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX growth stocks mix real revenue momentum with improving profits, exactly what TFSA investors want for tax-free compounding.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks I’d Buy in Any Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX blue chips combine scale, durable demand, and shareholder-friendly cash returns that can hold up in most markets.

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Tech Stocks

Could Buying This One Stock Actually Put You on a Path to Millionaire Status?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shopify is growing fast, adding AI tools, and winning bigger brands, but its pricey valuation means investors need patience.

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Energy Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy for Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three TSX energy names stand out for passive-income investors who want sustainable payouts, not just high yield.

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks That Look Built to Deliver Strong Returns Over the Long Term

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two TSX compounders are building scale today that could power returns for years.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Stocks I’d Choose First If I Had $1,000 to Put to Work Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $1,000 tax refund can be enough to buy into two TSX names with momentum: one steadier and one higher-octane.

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Dividend Stocks

How a $10,000 Investment in This Dividend Stock Could Generate $32 a Month in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Granite REIT could turn a $10,000 investment into steady monthly cash flow from warehouses and logistics properties.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Smartest TSX Stocks to Buy Before the Next Big Market Move

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX software stocks offer different ways to position for a rebound in growth stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy on the TSX Before the Next Oil Spike

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX energy stocks offer different ways to profit if oil prices spike again.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks That Look Strong Even if Growth Slows

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two Canadian food stocks could stay resilient if growth slows, thanks to steady demand and reliable cash generation.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Before Economic Fears Fade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two Canadian food companies could be smart buys while investors still feel uneasy about the economy.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Canadian Investors Are Missing This Huge Trend Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Copper is the “picks-and-shovels” theme behind EVs, grid upgrades, and data centres, and these two TSX names give different ways…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks That Look Like Smart Long-Term Buys Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Lundin Gold, OR Royalties, and Franco-Nevada offer three different ways to benefit from strong gold prices with businesses built for…

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Quality Canadian Stocks I’d Buy in This Uncertain Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two high-quality Canadian stocks could help you stay invested through volatility without guessing the next headline.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy Before Volatility Returns

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks look like “pre-volatility” holds because they pair durable cash flow with tangible value support and businesses…

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Tech Stocks

This Could Be a Big Week for the TSX: 3 Stocks to Watch

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A high-stakes late-April week could make the TSX reward stocks with clear catalysts and solid fundamentals.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy if Gold Keeps Climbing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Even with a sharp March pullback, some analysts still see room for strength ahead, driven by diversification demand and a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Stocks That Could Shine if the Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If the Bank of Canada stays steady, IGM and Power look positioned to benefit from calmer markets, healthier asset values,…

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Dividend Stocks

The April Market Twist Every Canadian Investor Should Be Watching

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

AtkinsRéalis is emerging as an April-proof TSX winner, with booming nuclear and infrastructure work that can outlast the month’s headline…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Resilient Canadian Stocks to Own in a Headline-Driven Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When markets swing on every headline, these three Canadian dividend stocks aim to stay steady with essential, repeat spending.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Could Help You Sleep Better at Night

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two Canadian dividend payers could help you earn income and worry less.

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Stocks for Beginners

Canada’s Infrastructure Boom: 3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s infrastructure boom could reward the companies already positioned to turn new projects into real revenue.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Benefit From a Softer Economy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX names try to defend a portfolio in a softer economy with essential demand, monthly income, or a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Before Investors Catch On

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Interfor and ECN look “undervalued” mainly because investors are impatient with a bad cycle or messy deal optics, not because…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Outperform if Inflation Stays Sticky

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sticky inflation could keep pushing investors toward hard assets, and these two miners offer real leverage to gold and silver…

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