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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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Metals and Mining Stocks

October Was a Huge Month for Copper Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

October’s copper rebound, sparked by mine disruptions and a softer dollar, sent miners higher, with Lundin Mining positioned to benefit…

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Tech Stocks

This Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock Could Be the Best Bargain in the Market Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Kinaxis is a profitable, AI-powered supply-chain software leader trading below historical multiples, making it a rare bargain amid AI hype.

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Dividend Stocks

Analysts Have Rated These Canadian Stocks a Strong Buy: Here’s What I Think

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Analysts are calling two lesser-known Canadian stocks compelling "strong buy" opportunities now.

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Stock Plays a Huge Role in Global Trade Growth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TFI International has transformed from a regional trucking firm into a North American logistics powerhouse, trading at value levels while…

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Stocks for Beginners

Can TD Stock Keep Beating the Market?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TD’s U.S. scale, conservative lending, and reliable dividend give it the kind of steady edge that could keep the stock…

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Tech Stocks

This Canadian Stock Could Be the Hidden Gem of the Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Topicus.com is quietly buying niche European software firms, building recurring revenue and cash flow that could compound into big gains…

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are the 3 Canadian Stocks I’d Tell a New Investor to Buy ASAP

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three beginner‑friendly Canadian stocks offer stability, growth, and compounding for long‑term investors.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Discounted Stocks to Buy That Everyone’s Overlooking

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two underrated TSX picks offer recurring revenue and deep-value growth that could reward long-term investors.

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Stocks for Beginners

Bank Stocks Aren’t Done Rallying: Here’s 1 With Big Dividends and Upside

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CIBC could be one of the best bank bargains as earnings stabilize, rates ease, and dividend support meets upside potential.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian REITs That Could Double Your Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CT REIT and RioCan offer dependable monthly REIT income: Canadian Tire‑backed stability versus RioCan’s urban, mixed‑use growth.

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Dividend Stocks

From $1,000 to $10,000: How This Canadian Stock Could Multiply Your Money

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

XGRO is a low‑cost, set‑and‑forget ETF that lets Canadians turn small savings into long‑term wealth through global diversification and compounding.

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Dividend Stocks

How it’s Possible to Turn a $7,000 TFSA Into $70,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Start now: with disciplined contributions, reinvested returns, and a long‑term compounder like Brookfield, $7,000 in a TFSA can realistically grow…

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Fall for Timbercreek Financial’s Dividend: Buy This Monthly High-Yield ETF Instead

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

HDIV’s diversified, covered‑call approach delivers high monthly income more sustainably than Timbercreek’s concentrated, loan‑dependent yield.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Now for Stability and Growth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BMO and Fortis pair bank growth with utility stability, offering dependable dividends and long-term wealth potential for Canadian investors.

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Dividend Stocks

2 No-Brainer TFSA Stocks to Buy With $7,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two sleep‑easy TFSA stocks: goeasy for growth and rising dividends, and Hydro One for steady, regulated utility income.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Automotive Properties a Good REIT to Own?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Automotive Properties REIT offers a high yield from long-term dealership leases, but heavy debt and weak coverage make its dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

Why This 1 Overlooked Stock Could Be Your Family’s Ticket to Generational Wealth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian National Railway is a quietly dominant business, a low‑drama infrastructure juggernaut that compounds shareholder returns through efficiency, scale, and…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock Down 35% in a Year to Buy for Lifetime Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Fiera’s 35% drop and 12% yield look tempting, but weak earnings and an outsized payout make it a risky turnaround,…

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Dividend Stocks

The Easiest Way to Build Wealth in Canada’s Stock Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

VGRO is a simple, low-cost way for Canadians to get global diversification, automatic rebalancing, and built-in dividend exposure in one…

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Bank Stocks

3 Canadian Bank Stocks for Decades of Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three big Canadian banks offer durable dividends and long-term growth potential, making them core candidates for generational wealth.

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Investing

The REIT That Could Turn $10,000 Into Lifetime Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

NorthWest Healthcare could become a lifetime-income REIT, but heavy debt, a 2023 distribution cut, and a deep NAV discount make…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use $21,000 to Transform a TFSA Into a Cash-Pumping Machine

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Turn $21,000 in your TFSA into a tax-free, income-generating portfolio by buying dividend growers and reinvesting for compounding.

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Create $34 in Monthly Income With a $5,000 TFSA Investment

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Turn $5,000 in a TFSA into steady monthly income by buying monthly‑paying REITs, reinvesting distributions, and adding contributions over time.

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Stocks for Beginners

This Canadian Stock Could Be the Best Long-Term Bargain on the TSX

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Air Canada could be a long-term TSX bargain – a stronger, leaner carrier still trading below its pre‑pandemic highs.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Earn $116 per Month in Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want tax‑free monthly income? SmartCentres REIT’s steady tenants and mixed‑use redevelopment make it a compelling TFSA income pick.

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Dividend Stocks

Turn Your TFSA Into a $500/Monthly Dividend Machine

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Turning a TFSA into a $500/month dividend machine is realistic with disciplined contributions, dividend reinvestment, and reliable income picks like…

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Dividend Stocks

It’s Not Too Late to Catch Up on Retirement Savings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You can still catch up on retirement – start today, automate savings, and use a smart mix of growth and…

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Dividend Stocks

Kickstart Your Retirement Plan at Age 40 With $10,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Starting retirement savings at 40 with $10,000 isn’t too late – disciplined contributions, tax‑efficient accounts, and compounding can still build…

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Investing

Should You Dump Constellation Stock for This Amazing Dividend Opportunity?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CSU is a world‑class compounder trading at lofty multiples, while NPI offers real yield and renewable growth. Make your pick…

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Dividend Stocks

Down 22% From All-Time Highs: Is This 3.5% Dividend Stock a Buy Right Now?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

goeasy’s stock sits below its prior highs, yet steady loan growth, conservative credit controls, and rising dividends suggest it could…

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Investing

The Canadian Stock I’d Buy Right Now for My Kid’s RESP

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want a simple RESP that grows tax‑free? Use consistent contributions and a low‑cost Canadian ETF like VCN to…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Dead Simple Canadian Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for dead‑simple TSX buys? Dollarama’s value retail and Cameco’s uranium exposure offer durable, easy‑to‑understand long‑term investments.

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Structure My TFSA With $14,000 for Consistent Monthly Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want steady monthly income from a $14,000 TFSA? Here’s a simple, diversified plan to build dependable, growing cash flow without…

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Dividend Stocks

Down 30% and Still Growing its Payout: 1 Canadian Stock I’d Snap Up

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield Renewable looks undervalued, with massive scale, inflation‑linked contracts, and U.S. policy tailwinds that could drive steady income and multi‑year…

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Dividend Stocks

Analysts Have Rated These Canadian Stocks a “Strong Buy”: Here’s What I Think

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Analysts are calling NWC, NFI, and Calian “strong buys” for their durable moats, recovery momentum, and backlog‑driven revenue visibility.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Million-Dollar Blueprint: The Only Canadian Stock You’ll Need

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want steady monthly income from a $14,000 TFSA? Here’s a simple, diversified plan to build dependable, growing cash flow without…

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Tech Stocks

This Under-the-Radar Tech Stock Could Be Canada’s Next Big Unicorn

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want to find Canada’s next tech unicorn? This profitable digital‑health platform is scaling clinics, EMR, and telehealth into…

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Stock Market

The TSX Is Around its All-Time High: Is it Too Late to Invest in the Index?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TSX at a record high? Don’t panic, new peaks often signal strength, not danger, and quality bargains can still be…

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Energy Stocks

This Way Too Cheap Stock Has Growth Potential Written All Over It

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

An undervalued renewable giant with huge contracted cash flows and government backing, Brookfield Renewable could be a rare buy‑and‑hold income…

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Tech Stocks

The 3 Most Promising Canadian Stocks Everyone’s Talking About on Reddit

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Reddit buzz can inspire Canadian stock ideas, but it’s full of hype. Here’s a clear take on HUT, LSPD, and…

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