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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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Dividend Stocks

The (Only!) Canadian Stock I’d Trust for the Next 10 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield looks like a “hold-for-a-decade” compounder because its fee engine keeps growing, even when markets are messy.

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Dividend Stocks

6.5% Yield: Is NorthWest REIT’s Dividend Safe?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

NorthWest’s dividend looks safer than last year because cash flow coverage improved, but debt and refinancing still matter.

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Dividend Stocks

An 8.8% Dividend Stock That’s Now a Standout Buy in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Yellow Pages’s big 8.8% yield looks tempting, but the real story is whether shrinking revenue can still fund that payout.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Incredibly Cheap (and Safe!) Canadian Dividend Stock to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock can keep paying even when headlines get ugly, and its valuation still looks reasonable after a strong…

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Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Make $500 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A 7% monthly TFSA payout sounds great, but the real question is whether the rent engine can keep it growing.

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Energy Stocks

Is Parex Resources a Buy Today for its 8% Dividend Yield?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This 8%-yield oil stock can be generous, but the yield exists because the market demands a Colombia risk premium.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Dividend Stock Down 29% to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend-paying software stock is down nearly 30% from its high, but its cash flow suggests the business isn’t broken.

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Dividend Stocks

A Terrific TFSA Stock Paying 4% Each Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This monthly-paying apartment REIT trades far below its reported asset value, giving TFSA investors income plus potential recovery upside.

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s the Average TFSA and RRSP for a 40-Year-Old in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 40, the “average” TFSA and RRSP balances are lower than you think, and a consistent compounder can help you…

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Dividend Stocks

An Ideal TFSA Stock With a 6.6% Payout Each Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A 6.6% monthly yield looks tempting, but the real story is whether the payout is getting safer.

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Dividend Stocks

What’s the Average RRSP Balance for a 20-Year-Old in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 20, most Canadians aren’t even contributing to an RRSP yet, so starting small can put you ahead quickly.

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Dividend Stocks

The Ideal TFSA Stock: A 7.5% Yield Paying Constant Cash

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This 7.5%-yield monthly payer looks great in a TFSA, but you need to know what’s really funding the cheque.

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.7% Dividend Stock Pays Every. Single. Month.

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This 7.7%-yield monthly REIT gets paid by grocery shoppers, not market hype, which can make TFSA income feel steadier.

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 30 in Canada?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you’re 30 with a small TFSA, the CRA numbers show most people still have lots of room to catch…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: 3 Canadian Stocks That Are Perfection With a $10,000 TFSA Investment

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $10,000 TFSA can snowball faster than you think if you spread it across three very different long-term compounders.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Only 2 Canadian Stocks Investors Will Ever Need

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two Brookfield stocks give you a “buy and forget” TFSA pairing that compounds through fee growth and long-life assets.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Dividend I’d Depend on for a Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend “quiet compounder” has surged lately, but its real appeal is steady payouts backed by multiple financial engines.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Must-Have Blue-Chip Stocks for Canadian Investors

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian blue-chip dividends aim to keep paying through ugly markets, so your TFSA income plan can stay steady.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safety-First Stocks to Own for 10 More Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two “ultra-safe” dividend stocks aim to keep paying you through whatever the next decade throws at markets.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Bank Stocks Delivering Decades of Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian banks pair long dividend histories with different strengths, so you can pick the flavour that fits you.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Giants to Buy for the Next 20 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two TSX giants can make holding for 20 years feel simpler by combining steady cash flow with a hedge against…

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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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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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