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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

2 Canadian Stocks Supercharged to Surge in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two Canadian stocks look positioned for a 2026 “restart,” with real catalysts beyond January seasonality.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Dividend Stock Down 59% to Buy for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A battered dividend stock can be worth a second look when the core business is still essential and the dividend…

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Investing

How to Make the Most of Your TFSA Limit in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

January gives you a clean TFSA reset, and EQB could help make that new $7,000 room compound faster.

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Energy Stocks

Age 65? The Average TFSA Balance Isn’t Enough

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 65, the average TFSA balance is a useful checkpoint and Emera can be a steadier way to build tax-free…

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Stocks for Beginners

3 Top TFSA Stocks for Canadian Investors to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TFSA stocks blend growth, dividends, and recession resistance, giving you a simple long-term “buy and hold” shortlist.

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

The Average RRSP at 40 Isn’t Enough: Here’s How to Boost it

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you’re 40 and feel behind, the average RRSP balance is only $49,014, so a consistent plan can still catch…

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Dividend Stocks

Yes, a 3.5% Dividend Yield Is Enough to Generate Massive Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This “boring” TSX dividend stock has quietly surged, and its next earnings report could change expectations again.

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Energy Stocks

Is Enbridge Stock a Dump for This Dividend Knight?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Enbridge is still a dependable dividend payer, but Brookfield Infrastructure offers a more growth-tilted income story for 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $14,000? Here’s How to Structure a TFSA for Lifelong Monthly Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Turn a “small” $14,000 TFSA deposit into steady, tax-free monthly cash by picking resilient REITs, not just high yields.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock Set to Excel Long Term, Even While Down 43%

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Northland’s selloff has lifted the income appeal, but the long-term payoff depends on project execution improving.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks That Are the Best to Buy and Hold in a TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three “sleep well” TFSA stocks can come from boring, essential businesses: rail, insurance, and waste.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Unbelievable Canadian Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold for Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian Utilities is the kind of dividend stock that can keep paying and compounding quietly, even when the share price…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Wealth: 2 Great Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy in January

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two dividend payers can work well in an RRSP because reinvested distributions compound without annual tax drag.

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Dividend Stocks

This Safe 4% Dividend Stock Could Pay up Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Granite REIT looks like a “set-it-and-collect-it” monthly payer, with rising distributions backed by strong industrial demand.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top Canadian Stocks to Pick up Now in January

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

January can reward investors who put fresh TFSA/RRSP cash to work in stocks with clear catalysts and steady demand.

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Tech Stocks

This Canadian Stock Could Rule Them All in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Constellation Software’s pullback could be a rare chance to buy a proven Canadian compounder before its next growth leg.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Max Out Your TFSA in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Maxing your 2026 TFSA room could be simpler than you think, and National Bank offers a steady dividend plus growth…

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.7% Dividend Stock Is My Top Pick for Monthly Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Slate Grocery REIT offers “right now” TFSA income with a big yield, but its payout safety depends on cash-flow coverage.

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Unstoppable Canadian Bank Stock to Buy Right Here, Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RBC looks “unstoppable” because its profits are firing across multiple businesses, even after a big rally.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Incredible Canadian Dividend Stock to Buy for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Emera pairs a steady regulated utility business with a solid yield and a huge growth plan that could fuel future…

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Canadian Stock Ready to Surge in 2026 (and Beyond!)

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

WSP has real 2026 momentum building, with a deep backlog and a major acquisition catalyst that could accelerate growth.

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Dividend Stocks

An Ideal TFSA Stock Paying 5% Each Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Choice Properties can be a simple TFSA “set-and-collect” monthly payer, backed by necessity-based real estate and a ~5% yield.

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Dividend Stock Down 9% to Buy Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TELUS has been beaten down, but its +9% yield and improving cash flow could make this dip an income opportunity.

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Retirement

Here’s the Average TFSA and RRSP at Age 45

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Averages can be a wake-up call, and Manulife could be a simple, dividend-paying way to help your TFSA or RRSP…

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Dividend Stocks

Down 23%, This Dividend Stock is a Major Long-Time Buy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

goeasy’s big drop has pushed its valuation and yield into “paid-to-wait” territory, but only if credit holds up.

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Energy Stocks

An Incredible Canadian Dividend Stock Up 19% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Suncor’s surge looks earned, powered by real cash flow, strong operations, and aggressive buybacks that support long-term dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Stock I’d Trust for the Next 10 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield Asset Management looks like a “sleep well” Canadian compounder, with huge scale and long-term tailwinds behind its fee business.

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Dividend Stocks

Married Canadians: How to Make $10,000 in Tax-Free Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You can target nearly $10,000 a year in tax-free TFSA income, but BCE shows why dividend safety matters.

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 54

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 54, the average TFSA balance is a helpful reality check, and Scotiabank could be a steady way to compound…

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Energy Stocks

A 4.5% Dividend Stock That’s a Standout Buy in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TC Energy stands out for 2026 because it pairs a meaningful dividend with contracted-style cash flows and a clearer, simplified…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: What to Know About the New CRA Limit for 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Stashing your fresh $7,000 of 2026 TFSA room into a steady compounder like TD can turn new contribution room into…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Canadian With 1 TSX Stock Set to Boom in 2026 Global Markets

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian National could be a 2026 outperformer because it has a moat-like network, improving efficiency, and a valuation that isn’t…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Giants to Buy Forever and Ever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You don’t need 100 stocks, a couple of dividend giants can do a lot of the heavy lifting if their…

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Energy Stocks

A Canadian Energy Stock Poised for Major Growth in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

ARC Resources could be a 2026 energy standout because it pairs Montney scale with disciplined spending and growing shareholder returns.

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Dividend Stocks

A 6% Dividend Stock Paying Out Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Monthly dividends can calm a jumpy TFSA because you get cash flow regularly, even when unit prices wobble.

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Retirement

CRA: Here’s the TFSA Contribution for 2026, and Why January Is the Best Time to Use it

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

January 2026 gives you fresh TFSA room, and Brookfield can be a straightforward “core compounder” idea if you’re willing to…

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Dividend Stocks

Your 2026 TFSA Game Plan: How to Turn the New Contribution Room Into Monthly Cash

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With the 2026 TFSA limit at $7,000, a simple “set-and-reinvest” plan using cash-generating dividend staples like ENB, FTS, and PPL…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Ideal TFSA Stock Paying 7% Income Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A TFSA can feel like payday with a monthly payer like SmartCentres, but the real “winner” test is cash flow…

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Dividend Stocks

A Perfect January TFSA Stock With a 6.8% Monthly Payout

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A high-yield monthly payer can make a January TFSA reset feel automatic, but only if the cash flow truly supports…

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Tech Stocks

Boost the Average TFSA at 50 in Canada With 3 Market Moves This January

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A January TFSA reset at 50 works best when you automate contributions and stick with investments that compound for years.

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