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Author: Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Tony started investing during the 2017 marijuana stock bubble. After incurring some hilarious losses on various poor stock picks, he now adheres to Bogleheads-style passive investing strategies using index ETFs. Tony graduated in 2023 from Columbia University with a Master's degree in risk management. He holds the Certified ETF Advisor (CETF®) designation from The ETF Institute. Tony's work has also appeared in U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, NYSE ETF Central, NASDAQ Fundinsight, Cboe ETF Market, TheStreet, and Benzinga. He is the founder of ETF Portfolio Blueprint (https://etfportfolioblueprint.com)

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Investing

Here Are My 2 Favourite Growth ETFs for 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two ETFs provide one-stop-shop exposure to TSX listed growth stocks.

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Investing

Here Are My 2 Favourite ETFs for 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these ETFs provide exposure to markets outside of North America at a reasonable fee.

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Touching All-Time Highs? These ETFs Could Be a Good Alternative

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

If you're worried about buying the top, consider low-volatility or value ETFs instead.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

How to Invest in Uranium as a Canadian in 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This ETF provides exposure to spot uranium prices and uranium miners.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Silver ETFs Can Be Better Investments than Silver Bars

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Read this before you buy a silver bar at your local precious metal dealer.

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Dividend Stocks

The TFSA’s Hidden Fine Print When It Comes to U.S. Investments

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

There's a 15% foreign withholding tax levied on U.S.-based dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

Is BCE Stock Finally a Buy in 2026?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

BCE has stabilized, but I think a broad infrastructure focused ETF is a better bet.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Dividend Stocks

This TSX Fund Has a 9%+ Yield With Monthly Payouts

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

HDIF is best suited for income-first investors with a high risk tolerance inside a registered account.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Investing

Where to Invest $7,000 in January

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This all-in-one Fidelity ETF could be a good option for younger investors with a higher risk tolerance.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Earn $420 per Month in Tax-Free Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This fund's monthly $0.10 per share payout makes passive income planning easy inside a TFSA.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Dividend Stocks

Why I’m Tracking These Dividend Champions Very Closely

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these ETFs offer low-cost exposure to Canadian and U.S. dividend growth stocks.

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Investing

3 Top Red Flags the CRA Watches for Every Single TFSA Holder

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Running afoul of any of these things could invite unwanted CRA scrutiny to your TFSA.

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Investing

The Best $21,000 TFSA Approach for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Just three low-cost index ETFs can provide global stock exposure in a TFSA.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Metals and Mining Stocks

The Best TSX Gold and Silver Funds for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these funds from Sprott can provide spot gold and silver exposure in any brokerage account.

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Investing

The Red Flags the CRA is Monitoring for Every TFSA Holder

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Running afoul of any of these TFSA blunders can attract unwanted CRA scrutiny.

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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over BCE Stock Right Now

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Forget BCE. This critical infrastructure company has a more stable dividend.

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Dividend Stocks

My Blueprint for Monthly Income Starting With $40,000

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would combine two monthly-paying, high-yield TSX ETFs for passive income.

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Retirement

1 Way to Use a TFSA to Earn $100 in Monthly Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This income fund's $0.10 per share monthly fixed payout makes the math easy.

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Investing

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 44 in Canada

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Curious to see how your TFSA stacks up compared to the average 44-year-old Canadian investor? Here's the scoop.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How Much Do You Need to Invest to Make $400 Per Month?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This fund's fixed $0.10-per-share monthly payout makes passive-income math easy.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Turn Losing TSX Telecom Stock Picks Into Tax Savings

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Telecom stocks could be a good tax-loss harvesting candidate for year-end.

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Retirement

Here’s the Max Amount Canadians Could Have in a TFSA in 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Confused about your TFSA contribution limit? Here's how the math works out.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Dividend Stocks

The 2 Best Monthly Canadian Dividend ETFs for December

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two monthly paying ETFs I like: one for dividend yield and one for dividend growth.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Investing

Beat 97.7% of Actively Managed Funds in Canada With This 1 Cheap Index ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Don't look for the needle in the haystack — just buy the haystack!

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investing: Railway Stocks Are Struggling Now, but They Actually Have a Tonne of Potential

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of the TSX railway stocks are currently wonderful companies trading at a fair price.

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Investing

3 TFSA Red Flags Every Canadian Investor Should Know

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The TFSA comes with great powers, but also great responsibilities.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield Dividend ETFs to Buy to Generate Passive Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two Vanguard and iShares Canadian dividend ETFs pay monthly and are great for passive-income investors.

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Dividend Stocks

This Undervalued TSX Apartment REIT Pays Monthly Dividends

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

CAPREIT is a great alternative to a rental property for real estate linked monthly income.

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Retirement

Here’s the Average RRSP Balance at Age 44 for Canadians

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would invest a RRSP if I were 44 years old.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Timbercreek Financial Stock a Buy for Its 10% Dividend Yield?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This MIC's 10% yield is attractive, but comes with significant risks new investors should be aware of.

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Investing

How to Use Your TFSA to Earn $900 Per Month in Tax-Free Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

EIT.UN is the perfect one-stop-shop fund for monthly income in a TFSA.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Metals and Mining Stocks

The Best Silver Funds for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

CEFs and ETFs can provide more liquid and affordable exposure to silver prices than physical bars.

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dividends can compound over time
Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Private Equity Stocks That Pay Decent Dividends

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two unique TSX stocks deliver quasi-private equity exposure.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The Best Gold Funds for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

I like this CEF and ETF better than bullion for gold price exposure.

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Dividend Stocks

Pizza Lovers: This TSX Royalty Trust Pays a 6% Yield With Monthly Dividends

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Don't buy a pizza franchise – this TSX royalty trust is available in any brokerage account and pays monthly.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Investing

The Best Canadian ETFs $1,000 Can Buy on the TSX Today

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these ETFs deliver enhanced exposure to Canada's top bank stocks with monthly payouts.

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Investing

How to Earn a TFSA Paycheque Every Month and Pay No Taxes on It

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This special TSX income fund pays $0.10 per share every month like clockwork.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 of the Best Gold ETFs to Buy Now

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These ETFs are a more liquid and affordable way to invest in gold versus bullion.

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian REIT Could Be the Safest Income Play on the TSX

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

I think this apartment REIT has a good margin of safety right now, along with attractive monthly income potential.

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Investing

Hidden Gems in Canada’s Industrial Landscape

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

You've probably never heard of this TSX industrial stock, but it has been a quiet compounder for years.

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