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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

2 Canadian Dividend Giants to Buy and Never Sell

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Here's why Great‑West and TELUS can power a TFSA with steady cash and decade‑long compounding.

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Giants to Buy and Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Here's why CP’s rail network and North West’s essential stores can quietly compound while you sleep.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 2,000 Shares of This Dividend Stock for $198 a Month in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A boring, grocery‑anchored REIT paying monthly. Why Slate Grocery REIT could fit a TFSA income plan and the key risks…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Finance for Dividends, but Are REITs Any Better?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking beyond banks, this office REIT offers monthly income and diversification, but you’ll need to stomach office headlines and watch…

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Dividend Stocks

This Cash-Gushing Dividend Stock Could Beat the TSX

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A cash-rich miner pays you now and builds for tomorrow. Here's why DPM could outpace the TSX in a TFSA…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $14,000? How to Structure a TFSA for Constant Monthly Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Build a TFSA monthly paycheque by pairing a steady apartment REIT with a higher‑yield lender, and using simple risk checks…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Stock That’s an Easy ‘Yes’

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A simple, steady compounder. Why Couche‑Tard’s Circle K model can be an “easy yes” for a TFSA without needing a…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks Yielding at Least 5% for Practically Free Monthly Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three Canadian dividend payers aiming for 5% TFSA income. Here’s how to get steadier, tax-free cash without chasing the highest…

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Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Earn $474 Per Month in Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want tax-free monthly income from your TFSA? Firm Capital’s essential mortgages fund a high-yield payout; just monitor credit…

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Dividend Stocks

1 High-Yield ETF to Buy for Top-Notch Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want bigger monthly income without betting on one stock? Here’s how HDIV aims to turn Canadian equities into…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX ETFs to Buy for Lifelong TFSA Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want tax-free monthly income without stockpicking? These two Canadian dividend ETFs aim to keep it simple, diversified, and compounding.

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Stocks for Beginners

Forget Risk: 3 Safe Stocks Canadians Can Buy for Steady Returns

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want steady compounding and calm nerves? Loblaw, Waste Connections, and Hydro One offer essential‑demand cash flow and dividends…

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Energy Stocks

Max Out Any TFSA With 2 Canadian Utility Stocks Set for Massive Growth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking to max out your TFSA in 2026? Two Canadian utilities offer dependable cash flow today and growth from the…

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Dividend Stocks

Down 60%, This Dividend Stock is a Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Algonquin’s refocus on regulated utilities and a reset dividend could turn a bruised stock into a steadier income play if…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Stock to Rule Them All — No Need to Find Them in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This stock is so entrenched, so diversified, and so durable that it can sit at the centre of a portfolio…

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Dividend Stocks

Put $10,000 to Work to Earn $1,219 in Annual Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you have $10,000 for passive TFSA income? Manulife and Firm Capital can deliver reliable, tax-free cash flow without chasing…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reliable ETFs to Deliver Dividends to Your TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want simple TFSA dividends? These three Canadian ETFs offer easy diversification and income you can hold for years.

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Dividend Stocks

3.4% Payout Each Month From This Ideal Dividend Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want monthly income that actually feels dependable? Exchange Income’s essential-services model supports a payout designed to last.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks Every Canadian Can Own in Retirement

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Retiring on dividends? Royal Bank, Sun Life, and TC Energy offer durable cash flow and payouts you can hold through…

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Retirement

Retirees: 2 High-Yielding Dividend Stocks for Solid TFSA Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want tax-free, predictable retirement income? These two high‑yield mortgage lenders can deliver monthly dividends that quietly compound inside…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $7,000? Where to Invest Your TFSA Contribution in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Putting $7,000 to work in your 2026 TFSA? Consider BMO, Granite REIT, and VXC for steady income, diversification, and long-term…

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Dividend Stocks

The Ideal Canadian Stock for Dividends and Growth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want dividends plus steady growth? Power Corporation offers a “quiet compounder” mix of cash flow today and patient compounding from…

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Investing

TFSA Investors: How to Catch Up in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Feeling behind? 2026 could be your catch‑up year. Use a TFSA and a simple ETF like VRE to turn stability…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: Is Fortis Stock Still a Buy for its Dividend?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Fortis’s streak or Emera’s yield? Here’s the simple trade-off for TFSA income seekers in 2026.

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Wealth Plan: Create $1 Million With a Single Canadian Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Topicus could help build a $1 million TFSA thanks to sticky software, recurring revenue, and a disciplined acquisition engine if…

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Got $2,000 to invest? Hydro One and Dollarama offer simple, dependable growth and cash flow you don’t need to monitor…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Canadian: These TSX Stocks Could Outperform in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking to 2026, three Canadian names pair reasonable valuations with resilient cash flow and structural tailwinds.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 Canadian Stocks to Hold for Life

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want TFSA stocks you can hold for life? These three Canadian names aim for durability, compounding, and peace of mind.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Buy Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

In today’s cautious market, TC Energy offers dependable income and potential upside as it streamlines, cuts debt, and benefits from…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Lululemon Stock a Buy After the CEO Exit?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

After Lululemon’s CEO exit, is it a buy on the reset, or is Aritzia the smarter growth bet?

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Dividend Stocks

Got $7,000 for 2026? Here’s How to Turn it Into More

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want a simple way to turn $7,000 into much more? Use your TFSA to compound globally and let…

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Dividend Stock I’d Buy Over Royal Bank Stock Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s biggest bank looks safe, but Manulife may quietly offer better lifetime income and upside.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top TSX Stocks I’d Buy for 2026 and Beyond

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

For 2026 and beyond, own essential businesses that quietly compound: Constellation Software, Canadian Pacific Kansas City, and Waste Connections.

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Dividend Stocks

Is the Average TFSA and RRSP Enough at Age 65?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Feeling behind at 65? Here’s a simple ETF mix that can turn okay savings into dependable retirement income.

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Retirement

TFSA Investors: What to Know About New CRA Limits

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

New TFSA room is coming. Here’s how to use 2026’s $7,000 limit and two ETFs to turn tax-free space into…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Create Long-Term Family Wealth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want dividends that can endure for decades? These two Canadian stocks offer steady cash and growing payouts.

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Stocks for Beginners

This Recession-Resistant TSX Stock Can Last for a Lifetime in a TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TD Bank’s steady, recession-ready business could turn your TFSA into reliable, tax-free income for decades.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Marvellous Dividend Stock Down 5% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A small dip in Fortis could be your chance to lock in a 50-year dividend grower before utilities rebound.

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Trust for the Next Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for a “just right” dividend? Royal Bank’s scale, steady profits, and disciplined risk make its payout one you can…

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Dividend Stocks

Turn Any TFSA Into $600 in Monthly Dividend Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Turn your TFSA into tax-free monthly cash flow with two simple picks an industrial REIT and a high-dividend ETF you…

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