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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

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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The RRSP (Canadian Registered Retirement Savings Plan) is a smart way to save and invest for the future
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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Dividend Stocks

This Is the Average TFSA Balance for Canadians at Age 60

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Turning 60 puts your TFSA in the spotlight, and this senior-housing dividend payer aims to deliver tax-free income plus long-term…

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Tech Stocks

3 No-Brainer AI Stocks to Buy Right Now on the TSX

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX AI stocks aren’t just hype plays — they’re tied to real customers and growing revenue.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Practically Perfect Canadian Stock Down 19% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield is down about 23% from its high, but its global real-asset machine still looks built to grow for decades.

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Dividend Stocks

A Year Later: The Dividend Stock That Still Pays Like Clockwork

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This monthly dividend stock keeps paying investors through tough consumer cycles by collecting royalties instead of running restaurants.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Canadians Typically Have in a TFSA by Age 55

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 55, the average TFSA balance may be only about $38,334, but unused room shows many Canadians still have time…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada Is Back on Investors’ Radars: Is it a Buy in 2026?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Air Canada just closed out 2025 stronger than expected, and 2026 guidance suggests the recovery may still have runway.

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The RRSP (Canadian Registered Retirement Savings Plan) is a smart way to save and invest for the future
Stocks for Beginners

TFSA vs. RRSP: The Simple Rule Canadians Forget

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A TFSA versus an RRSP isn’t a one-size-fits-all call, and choosing the wrong option can quietly cost you in taxes…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $14,000? Turn Your TFSA Into a Cash-Gushing Machine

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $14,000 TFSA can start producing tax-free income immediately if you focus on steady cash-flow businesses with reliable payouts.

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy Before the Market Notices

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These five under-the-radar Canadian stocks pair solid execution with reasonable valuations and catalysts that could wake the market up.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy if I Wanted Instant Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These TSX picks offer “get paid now” income, but they range from steadier REIT cash flow to a higher-growth monthly…

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Dividend Stocks

Telus vs. Rogers: 1 Canadian Telecom Stock I’d Buy Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Rogers may not flash a 9% yield like TELUS, but its improving balance sheet and cheaper valuation look more compelling…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge vs. Suncor: The Dividend Pick I’d Own Through 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want one dividend stock to hold through 2026 with fewer surprises, Enbridge’s steady cash flow and higher yield…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Win From More Power Demand

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Rising electricity demand is creating winners across generators, grid tech, and long-term infrastructure builders on the TSX.

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Dividend Stocks

A Year Later: 2 Stocks I’d Buy Again Without Hesitating

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield and WSP have already had a strong year, but their earnings momentum and long runways still make them look…

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Energy Stocks

The $109,000 TFSA Milestone: How Do You Stack Up?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Hitting the $109,000 TFSA milestone isn’t about perfection, it’s about building consistent habits that make tax-free income possible.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks to Buy if You Think the TSX Stays Resilient

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks mix steady demand and growth potential across insurance, healthcare, and energy services.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians Are Spending More Carefully. This Retail Stock Is Built for It.

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Here's a retailer that can keep growing even when consumers get cautious.

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Stocks for Beginners

A Year Later: The Growth Stock I’d Still Hold for the Next Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This TSX healthcare software acquirer is growing recurring revenue fast and looks built for a 10-year hold.

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Just Hit 2.4%: 3 Canadian Dividend Stocks Built to Hold Up

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Investors will want to own companies that can survive even when costs rise.

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Dividend Stocks

4 TSX Stocks to Buy When Investors Flee Risk

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When markets get shaky, these four TSX names offer “boring strength” through everyday demand and sticky recurring revenue.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy if the TSX Hits a New High

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TSX is within striking distance of its all-time high.

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