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Author: Andrew Walker

Andrew has an MBA and has been writing for The Motley Fool Canada since 2014. As a contrarian investor, Andrew seeks out dividend opportunities the market is missing. He is a big fan of harnessing the power of compounding to grow a portfolio for retirement.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks I’d Buy With an Extra $5,000 in 2016

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are solid investment picks for a year-end windfall.

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Investing

Contrarian Investors: Should Bombardier, Inc. Be on Your Holiday Wish List?

| Andrew Walker

Is Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) a hidden gem or a lump of coal for your portfolio?

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Tech Stocks

Should Sierra Wireless, Inc. Be a Top Pick for 2016?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why it might be time to buy Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR).

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Dividend Stocks

2 Beaten-Up Dividend Stocks for Your RRSP

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are worth a look for your next…

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Energy Stocks

Encana Corporation: Will it Survive 2016?

| Andrew Walker

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) is slashing the dividend and reducing capital expenditures, again.

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Bank Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank: What to Expect in 2016

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) continues to deliver solid results, but 2016 could be a tough year.

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Investing

A Year-End Tax Tip for High-Income Families

| Andrew Walker

By using a special loan and investing in dividend-paying Canadian stocks such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), families can reduce or…

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Investing

Top Year-End Tax Tips for Canadian Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's how investors can take advantage of losses on popular stocks such as Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG).

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Dividend Stocks

Is it Safe to Buy Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst for the 13% Yield?

| Andrew Walker

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) is becoming a nightmare for investors.

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Bank Stocks

Important Year-End Tax Tips for Canadian Retirees

| Andrew Walker

Retirees have different ways of reducing taxes. Holding dividend-growth stocks such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) in a TFSA is just…

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Energy Stocks

Penn West Petroleum Ltd.: Is It Time to Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) looks cheap, but the stock is a risky bet.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 2 Top Dividend Picks With U.S. Exposure

| Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) have one thing in common that makes them both attractive picks for…

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Dividend Stocks

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.: Should You Buy it for the 8% Yield?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why investors should treat the dividend as a bonus at Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Cameco Corporation: Should You Buy This Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ).

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Investing

BCE Inc.: What to Expect in 2016

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE).

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks to Put on Your TFSA Watch List

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) are solid picks.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Wheaton Corp.: What to Expect in 2016

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW).

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Should You Buy Bank of Montreal or Toronto-Dominion Bank to Bet on the Strong U.S. Dollar?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) both offer exposure to the U.S. market.

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Investing

2 Top Stocks for the Holiday Season

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) are smart picks.

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Investing

Should Investors Buy Canadian National Railway Company Today?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is trading near its 52-week low.

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Energy Stocks

Baytex Energy Corp.: Will it Survive?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE).

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks Income Investors Should Own in 2016

| Andrew Walker

Here's why RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) should be solid picks for 2016.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Is it Time to Buy Bank of Nova Scotia?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS).

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Dividend Stocks

Should Dividend Investors Buy TransCanada Corporation for the 5% Yield?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP).

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks to Hold in 2016

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) look like strong picks.

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Investing

Should You Buy Sun Life Financial Inc. Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) is on a roll.

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Investing

3 Things That Could Launch Bombardier, Inc. Higher

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) remains under pressure, but the bottom might be in sight.

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Dividend Stocks

Yield Alert: 12.5% at Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst

| Andrew Walker

Should investors buy Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) for the 12.5% yield?

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Dividend Stocks

Can Crescent Point Energy Corp. Maintain the 7% Dividend?

| Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is walking a fine line right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Kinross Gold Corporation: Should You Buy This Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) is back in acquisition mode, but production costs are still high.

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Investing

2 Defensive Stocks I’d Buy With an Extra $5,000

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) and Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) are worth a look right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Hold in 2016

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are attractive picks.

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Investing

Should Bombardier, Inc. Be on Your Watch List?

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) might actually make it.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Goldcorp Inc.: Should This Be Your Top Precious Metals Pick?

| Andrew Walker

Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is near the end of a major capital program, which sets it up well if gold can…

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Bank Stocks

Should Bank of Montreal Be a Top Pick for Your Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) just delivered solid results in a tough market.

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Dividend Stocks

Is TransCanada Corporation Still a Safe Income Pick?

| Andrew Walker

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) has fallen hard this year, but the future isn't as bleak as the pullback suggests.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Income Stocks for Your 2016 Wish List

| Andrew Walker

Here's how RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) can bring some holiday cheer to income investors.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Millennial Investors Should Contribute to Their RRSPs

| Andrew Walker

Here's how dividend-growth stocks such as Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) can rescue millennials when they…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Anyone Buy Barrick Gold Corp. in 2016?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is in much better shape than it was a year ago, but risks still remain.

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Investing

Rogers Communications Inc.: Is it Too Late to Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) hit a home run with the Jays this year, and investors want to know if it's…

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