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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.

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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

How to Build a $50,000 TFSA That Throws Off Nearly Constant Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $50,000 TFSA split across three monthly-paying REITs could turn tax-free contributions into a steady paycheque-style income stream.

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Investing

A Canadian Stock Poised for a Massive Comeback in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Northland’s dividend cut may end up looking like the reset that sets up its 2026 comeback.

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Investing

A Deeply Undervalued TSX Stock Down 14% Worth Holding Long Term

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Intact Financial’s 14% dip looks less like trouble and more like a rare chance to buy a proven compounder cheaper.

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Tech Stocks

Celestica Just Ran: 2 Canadian Tech Stocks to Buy Next

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Celestica’s AI-driven run shows how fast Canadian tech can move, but Kinaxis and Docebo may offer a better risk-reward tradeoff…

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Dividend Stocks

Why BCE’s Dividend Is in the Spotlight

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE just cut its dividend hard and now investors have to decide if the reset makes it safer.

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Dividend Stocks

The Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Turn to First When Markets Start Getting Difficult

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

In a shaky market, Capital Power stands out with a covered dividend and power-demand tailwinds that don’t depend on investor…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: How Much Should Be in a 20-Year-Old’s TFSA to Retire?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 20, a small TFSA contribution can snowball into a huge nest egg – and Whitecap adds monthly income to…

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Dividend Stocks

This Stock Yields 5.9% and Pays Out Each Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A 5.9% yield looks great, but Diversified Royalty’s real appeal is its growing mix of brand royalties.

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Dividend Stocks

Rates Aren’t Falling: Here’s What I’d Do With My TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With rate cuts delayed, Manulife looks like a TFSA-friendly way to earn dividends while waiting for the cycle to turn.

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Energy Stocks

Prediction: This Utility Stock Dip Won’t Last Much Longer

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

ATCO looks like a “utility-plus” dividend grower, so any pullback may be brief if results stay steady.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Gold: 2 Dividend Stocks to Lock In Now for Decades of Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two steady dividend payers could help turn a TFSA contribution into long-term tax-free income.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Canadians Usually Have in an RRSP by Age 45

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If your RRSP at 45 seems behind, the median balances suggest you’re in crowded company, and BAM is pitched as…

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Bank Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia vs. CIBC: The Dividend Pick I’d Hold for 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With credit risks rising, the better bank dividend in 2026 may be the one with more breathing room, not the…

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Dividend Stocks

A Perfect May TFSA With a 7.5% Monthly Payout

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Slate Grocery REIT offers a big monthly yield backed by grocery-anchored centres, which can feel defensive when consumers cut back…

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Energy Stocks

The Canadian Energy Stock I’m Buying Now: It’s a Steal

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CNQ looks like a rare energy stock that can pay you through oil-price swings thanks to huge, long-life assets.

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Tech Stocks

Earnings Season: 3 Canadian Stocks That Could Pop on Results

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX names have clear catalysts that can matter a lot during earnings season, when proof beats hype.

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Dividend Stocks

Could a Recession Hit Canada? 2 TSX Stocks to Consider

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Metro and Great-West could be two calm TSX holds if Canada’s economy slows, because they serve needs that don’t disappear…

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Energy Stocks

Market Crash Plan: 3 Canadian Stocks I’d Want on My Watchlist

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If the market crashes, these three TSX utilities could be the kind investors buy for stability and dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $30,000 in 3 Stocks for $1,481 in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $30,000 basket split across RioCan, North West, and Pizza Pizza could throw off about $1,481 yearly, but the income…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Stocks to Buy Today and Hold for the Next 7 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian compounders could reward patient investors over seven years, even if the ride isn’t smooth.

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Stocks for Beginners

Shopify Stock vs. Lightspeed Stock: What’s the Better Buy?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shopify is the proven winner with faster growth and real cash generation, but investors must pay a premium for that…

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Be Fooled: This Perfect TFSA Stock Pays a Constant 2.6% Paycheque

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Exchange Income pays you monthly, and its recent results suggest that payout is getting safer, not shakier.

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Dividend Stocks

Defensive Play: 1 Canadian Stock I’d Buy for Stability

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Restaurant Brands looks like a defensive TSX pick because its everyday fast-food brands can keep sales steady even in choppy…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Growth Stocks Set to Skyrocket in the Next 12 Months

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Kraken and Propel are two smaller Canadian growth stocks where momentum is already building, not just a “maybe someday” story.

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Dividend Stocks

If Rates Fall, These 3 TSX Stocks Could Rally First

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Rate cuts could spark a fast rebound in out-of-favour Canadian financial stocks that still have earnings and dividend support.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Own If Housing Cools (or Re-Accelerates)

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two Canadian REITs could provide you income and real estate exposure without betting on home prices going straight up.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks That Could Thrive in a Slow-Growth Economy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Slow growth can still reward investors if you own financial stocks that keep earning and paying dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Moment to Buy This TSX REIT?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

SmartCentres looks like a high-yield REIT with strong occupancy, but its real upside may come from redevelopment.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Infrastructure Stocks Built for the Electrification Wave

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s electrification push could quietly reward the utilities and power producers building the grid, not the flashiest AI stocks.

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Stocks for Beginners

1 TSX Consumer Stock That Could Bounce Back Fast

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama’s pullback may be your chance to buy a discount giant that thrives when shoppers trade down.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian ETF Alternative: A Stock Portfolio in 3 Picks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three blue-chip Canadian stocks could give you an ETF-like foundation, with dividends and long-term staying power.

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Investing

New to Investing? 3 Canadian Stocks to Start With

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You can start investing with simple, understandable Canadian businesses that still offer growth and learning opportunities.

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Stocks for Beginners

BoC Watch: 2 Canadian Stocks That Could Jump on Rate Cuts

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If the Bank of Canada starts cutting rates, investors may be more willing to pay for cyclical and long-term growth…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks to Buy Before the Next CPI Print

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The next CPI print could move markets quickly, so these three Canadian businesses are built to handle inflation surprises.

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Dividend Stocks

1 TSX Stock I’d Buy After a Bad Headline

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Onex is getting hit by messy headlines, but beneath the noise it may be a discounted asset manager with real…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy the Fear: 2 Canadian Stocks Worth a Closer Look

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two fear-driven Canadian income stocks look battered today, but their cash flow and assets could surprise investors.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks Trading at Bargain Valuations Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three beaten-up Canadian stocks could be bargains, but only if their “ugly” risks hide real upside.

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Dividend Stocks

Is This Canadian Stock a Value Trap or a Hidden Gem?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian Tire looks cheap enough to raise eyebrows, but strong earnings and shareholder returns suggest it may be a hidden…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed Stock Just Quietly Made One of Its Biggest Moves in Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Lightspeed may have sold off after earnings, but its CEO says the real story is a pivot to “profitable growth.”

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s How I’d Invest $5,000 in Canadian Stocks Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You don’t need a huge bankroll to build a balanced TSX portfolio, and this $5,000 three-bucket mix aims for rebound,…

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