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Author: Joey Frenette

Joey Frenette is a journalist, University of British Columbia graduate, ex-engineer, Warren Buffett fanatic, and Fool who's completed CFA Level 1. He’s been investing since 2014 and is always on the hunt for value, regardless of the market "weather." Before writing at The Motley Fool, Joey worked as an analyst/developer at several Canadian small- and mid-cap software firms, including Syscon and Avigilon. Beyond Motley Fool, Joey’s work can be found at TipRanks and InvestorPlace. Follow or send him a message on X (or Twitter) @realJoeFrenette

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Dividend Stocks

This 6.8% Dividend Play Pays Every. Single. Month.

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) stands out as a great monthly dividend payer to buy and hold.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Gold and Silver Mining Stock to Buy in February

| Joey Frenette

As gold covers a lot of ground, while silver looks to follow suit, should you wait for another big pullback…

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Tech Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Tech Stock Down 40% to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock is an agentic winner that's being punished for no real good reason.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Great I’d Buy Over Telus or BCE Stock Today

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) and BCE (TSX:BCE) are great deep-value options, but there are timelier, cheaper dividend payers.

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Dividend Stocks

Revealed: Here’s the Only Canadian Stock I’d Refuse to Sell

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) stock is a stellar dividend grower to stash away for years.

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Investing

A Growth Stock to Buy for a Smoother Ride Higher in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Loblaw (TSX:L) stock stands out as a growth stock for lower volatility and higher momentum.

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Tech Stocks

Missed Out on Nvidia? My Best AI Stocks to Buy and Hold

| Joey Frenette

Celestica (TSX:CLS) and another stock that could be a better buy as AI valuations ascend further.

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Dividend Stocks

Billionaires Are Dropping Amazon Stock and Buying This TSX Stock in Bulk

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) stock has been a TSX favourite among the smart money of late.

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Dividend Pick Down 22%: A “Forever” Hold

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) is a great wide-moat stock to stash away for the long haul despite a lack of results…

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Investing

1 Magnificent Canadian Tech Stock Down 60% – a Decades-Long Hold

| Joey Frenette

Thomson Reuters (TSX:TRI) stock look too cheap after the selling spree in software.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $21,000? A Dividend Stock Worth Buying in a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

CIBC (TSX:CM) is a wonderful bank with a stellar dividend and growth profile in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Spectacular Monthly Income ETFs With Yields Up to 10.5%

| Joey Frenette

Hamilton Enhanced Utilities ETF (TSX:HUTS) and another enhanced income ETF have big yields and upside.

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Energy Stocks

A 6% Yield Pipeline Stock That Could Have a Breakout Year

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock is getting cheap amid its latest slide. The yield still looks as good as ever.

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Dividend Stocks

What to Expect From Brookfield Stock in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield (TSX:BN) stock could be a stellar buy once volatility settles.

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Dividend Stocks

Beyond Telus: A High-Yield Stock Perfect for Income Lovers

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) is a standout income stock fit for long-term investors.

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Bank Stocks

Just 1 Click: Busy Investors Can Easily Bet on the Big Canadian Banks

| Joey Frenette

The BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF (TSX:ZEB) is the gold standard ETF for the Big Six bank stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

If You Love Deals, This Dividend Payer Could Be Just the Ticket

| Joey Frenette

Jamieson Wellness (TSX:JWEL) is a mid-cap dividend stock that's also a cash cow and dividend-growth icon in the making.

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Tech Stocks

The AI Boom Everyone’s Talking About—and How Canadians Can Profit

| Joey Frenette

Thomson Reuters (TSX:TRI) took a hit on Tuesday as investors feared what AI could do to software.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

A Smelting-Hot Mining Stock With Room to Boom in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) shares are starting to get hot, but investors shouldn't bail just yet.

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Top-Up Time: 1 Canadian Software Stock Worthy of Your New $7,000

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) might be a bargain after a 51% haircut.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Here’s a Cheap Safety Stock That Pays Big Dividends

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) stock looks like a great deep-value option for dividends and growth in 2026.

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Investing

This Mid-Cap Stock Surged Nearly 100% Last Year: It’s Still Dirt-Cheap

| Joey Frenette

Badger Infrastructure Solutions (TSX:BDGI) stock is a quiet gainer that might be worth backing up the truck on in 2026.

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Investing

TFSA Dividends: A High-Yielder to Lock in for Decades of Passive Income

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) is a great bet if you want a hefty dose of income without that big risk of a…

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Energy Stocks

This Canadian Energy Stock Offers Serious Value (and Yield) This January

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) stock looks way too cheap for energy-focused value investors.

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Bank Stocks

New Year, Same Momentum: 2 Reasons Bank Stocks Could Have a Fantastic 2026

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) looks like a big bargain despite the higher price tag.

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Investing

A Magnificent Stock That I’m “Never” Selling

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is a breakout candidate that I'm holding onto for the long haul!

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Telus! 1 Cheaper Dividend Stock With More Growth Potential

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) is a good buy, but perhaps not the best bet for the new year.

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Investing

TFSA Investors: 2 Top Canadian Stocks Worth Buying With $3,500

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) stock is a great name to stash in a TFSA for growth over time.

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will BCE Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) stock could be a great value buy at these depths.

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Bank Stocks

2 Workhorse Bank Stocks to Keep Buying in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) and the big banks are still buyable in January 2026.

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Investing

Value Hunters: Is This the Best Canadian Stock to Add to Your TFSA With $7,000?

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) is a great safety pick for new TFSA investors to pick up.

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Investing

2 Dividend All-Stars Trading at Boxing Day Prices

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock and another dividend blue-chip name that's worth careful consideration in January 2026.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Winners Keep on Winning: 1 Momentum Stock to Stick With in the New Year

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) may have gone straight up, but it might have room to run.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Betting on a Sustained Gold Rush in 2026? Buy These 2 Canadian Stocks

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) and another gold play worth betting on if you're bullish on the metal in 2026.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Soaring Canadian Stocks With Zero Signs of Slowing Down

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) and gold miners have been heated winners that seemingly can't be stopped.

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Retirement

The 2 Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in an RRSP

| Joey Frenette

TC Energy (TSX:TRP) and another stock look like great additions to an RRSP this year.

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Investing

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy for Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution for 2026

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) and another value stock worth buying in a TFSA today.

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Investing

2 Impressive Mid-Cap Stocks You Should Know About in 2026 (Hardly Anyone Else Does)

| Joey Frenette

Badger Infrastructure Solutions (TSX:BDGI) is a great mid-cap stock worth knowing about in the new year.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks That Could Be Overdue for a January Jump

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) and another hot stock could grow further this year.

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Investing

Time to Sell BCE for This Higher-Yielding Choice?

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock could stand tall for income investors also seeking upside in 2026.

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