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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.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Solid Income Picks for 2016

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) should be on your radar.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp.: Should Dividend Investors Buy Now?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before buying Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG).

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.: Where Is the White Knight?

| Andrew Walker

The market is getting nervous about Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS).

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The Motley Fool
Tech Stocks

Is Sierra Wireless, Inc. a Top Turnaround Pick?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) deserves a closer look.

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Teck Resources Ltd. Oversold?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK).

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

TransAlta Corporation: Is the 12% Dividend Still at Risk?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC).

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Does Financial Support From Quebec Make Bombardier, Inc. a Safer Bet?

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has avoided another cash crunch, but that doesn't mean you should rush to buy the stock.

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Could These Beaten-Up Energy Stocks Double in 2016?

| Andrew Walker

A rebound in oil prices could send Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) surging.

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The Motley Fool
Bank Stocks

Toronto-Dominion Bank vs Royal Bank of Canada: Which Is a Better Bet Today?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are both solid picks, but one carries less risk.

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Cameco Corporation Worth a Shot?

| Andrew Walker

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

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks That Won’t Upset Your Stomach

| Andrew Walker

Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) might be just what the dividend doctor ordered.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Is the 7.5% Yield Safe at Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.?

| Andrew Walker

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) has a juicy yield, but investors should be careful.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Is Royal Bank of Canada Really a Safe Dividend Pick?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before buying Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY).

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Should Income Investors Buy Suncor Energy Inc.?

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is pulling back a bit, and dividend fans want to know if this is a good…

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Bombardier, Inc. Sells 30% of its Train Unit: Is it Time to Buy?

| Andrew Walker

The cash crunch at Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is over, for now.

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Does SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. Deserve to Be in Your Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Here's why SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) is worth a closer look.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Reliable Income Stocks With Strong Upside Potential

| Andrew Walker

Here's why RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are attractive picks right now.

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Kinross Gold Corporation Worth a Shot?

| Andrew Walker

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) has come a long way in its efforts to right the ship.

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Has Sierra Wireless, Inc. Finally Bottomed?

| Andrew Walker

It might be time to take a close look at Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR).

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Why Bank of Montreal Deserves More Dividend Respect

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) should be on your radar.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Should Income Investors Buy Crescent Point Energy Corp.?

| Andrew Walker

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) still offers an attractive dividend, but investors should be careful.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst: Is the 12% Yield at Risk?

| Andrew Walker

Investors who think the distribution is safe at Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) might have their heads in…

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited: Buy, Hold, or Sell?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is swinging for the fence.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Picks for Your RRSP

| Andrew Walker

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are smart RRSP picks.

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Penn West Petroleum Ltd. on the Pullback?

| Andrew Walker

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) is falling again, and tire kickers are wondering if this is a good time to…

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The Motley Fool
Investing

Should Bombardier, Inc. Be on Your Radar?

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is still struggling, but investors are wondering if the sell-off is overdone.

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Investing

Does Canadian National Railway Company Belong in Your Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI).

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Barrick Gold Corp. Worth a Shot?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is making progress on its turnaround efforts, but risks remain.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Top Income Stocks That Pay You Every Month

| Andrew Walker

Here's why RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) are solid picks for reliable income.

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Cenovus Energy Inc.: Will it Survive the Oil Rout?

| Andrew Walker

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) is working hard to cut costs and invest for the future, but risks remain.

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The Motley Fool
Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Silver Wheaton Corp. Be a Top Pick?

| Andrew Walker

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

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Is Baytex Energy Corp. Worth a Shot?

| Andrew Walker

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) looks cheap, but risks remain.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Oversold Income Stocks That Should Be on Your Radar

| Andrew Walker

Here's why investors should consider Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) and RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN).

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Is Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Headed Back to $6 Per Share?

| Andrew Walker

It's decision time for Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) and its shareholders.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

Is Toronto-Dominion Bank Really a Safe Dividend Pick?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know about Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst for the 11.3% Yield?

| Andrew Walker

Here's what investors need to know before buying Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN).

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The Motley Fool
Investing

2 TFSA Picks for Your Rainy Day Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's how Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can help investors build significant savings in their TFSAs.

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The Motley Fool
Investing

2 Peace-of-Mind Stocks for a Rough Market

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) are solid picks right now.

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The Motley Fool
Energy Stocks

Could Encana Corporation Become a Takeover Target?

| Andrew Walker

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) is working hard to right the ship, but energy prices will ultimately determine its fate.

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The Motley Fool
Dividend Stocks

2 Defensive Dividend Stocks to Help Diversify Your Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are good places to hide in a difficult market.

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