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Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Tony turned a series of 2017 marijuana stock losses into a freelance career advocating for ETF investing. He currently holds a Master’s in Risk Management from Columbia University and is a Certified ETF Advisor (CETF®). Tony is the founder of ETF Portfolio Blueprint (etfportfolioblueprint.com) and the Lead ETF Analyst for ETF Central, a partnership between Trackinsight and the NYSE. His analysis has also been featured in publications like Kiplinger, 24/7 Wall St., U.S. News & World Report, TheStreet, and Benzinga.

Recent Articles

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

3 Canadian ETFs Worth Tucking Into a TFSA and Holding for the Long Haul

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

All three of these Canadian ETFs boast low fees and decent diversification.

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Energy Stocks

Why I’d Choose This Dividend Stock Over Telus or BCE Any Day

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Telecoms are expected to face headwinds from falling immigration, while oil & gas stocks may benefit from the ongoing conflict.

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ETFs can contain investments such as stocks
Investing

Don’t Overthink It: The Best TFSA Approach to Start 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Just buy XEQT!

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Retirement

Retirement Planning: How to Generate $2,000 in Monthly Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX monthly income fund could be a great core holding for retirement accounts.

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Investing

What the TFSA Fine Print Says About Holding U.S. Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

U.S. investments lose 15% of their dividends when held inside a TFSA.

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Investing

Your TFSA Should Be Your Income Engine, Not Your RRSP

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why passive income investors should prioritize their TFSA over a RRSP.

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Dividend Stocks

For Monthly Income: A 6.25% Dividend Stock to Consider

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Owning this TSX royalty stock is better than starting your own pizza restaurant.

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX oil & gas royalty pays higher dividends with better fundamentals.

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

How to Use a TFSA to Generate $363 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Passive income planning in a TFSA is easy thanks to this fund's fixed $0.10 per share monthly payout.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Simplest Way to Put $21,000 in a TFSA to Work in 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Just buy XEQT and call it a day.

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

TFSA Investors: Don’t Chase Yield — Do This Instead

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Total return, fees, and diversification matter far more than headline yield.

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Investing

Interest Rates Aren’t Falling: Here’s What I’d Do With My TFSA

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's something sensible you can do today to ensure your financial well-being.

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Dividend Stocks

A TFSA Pick Yielding 7% With Dependable Cash Payments

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX income fund's monthly $0.10-per-share distribution is like clockwork.

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

A 3.5% Yielding Monthly Income ETF Every Canadian Should Review

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

VDY might not be the highest-yielding dividend ETF, but it ranks among the best in terms of historical total returns.

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Investing

How Much Does a Typical Canadian Have in Their TFSA at 50?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's what the official stats from the CRA say about Gen X and their TFSA usage.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian ETFs Worth Buying and Holding in Your TFSA Right Now

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These 3 low-cost Canadian index ETFs provide exposure to the broad market, blue-chips and dividend stocks, respectively.

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Investing

Power Up Your TFSA: This TSX-Listed ETF Delivers Tax-Free Monthly Cash Flow

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

XDIV pays monthly income with a current 3.6% 12-month trailing yield.

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Investing

The TFSA Rules Around Global Investments That Many Canadians Don’t Know About

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Planning to own non-Canadian stocks in your TFSA? Give this article a read first.

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Investing

Why Government Bonds Are Starting to Look Worth a Second Look

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

If you have a lower risk tolerance, an allocation to high-quality bonds could help you sleep better at night.

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Dividend Stocks

How a TFSA Could Help You Earn $4,360 in Tax-Free Passive Income Each Year

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This income-focused ETF from BMO remains low-cost and highly diversified.

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ETFs can contain investments such as stocks
Investing

Here’s Exactly How $14,000 in a TFSA Could Grow Into $47,600

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

An S&P 500 Index ETF has historically compounded at a very favourable rate, and in a TFSA that's all yours…

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Dividend Stocks

A Strong TFSA Stock Offering a 6% Yield and Monthly Paycheques

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

If you've ever eaten at Pizza Pizza, this TSX royalty stock could be a good "buy what you know" pick.

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Dividend Stocks

The Index Fund I’d Buy Today If I Wanted Decades of Passive Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This Canadian ETF only holds stocks that have increased their dividends every year for at least 5 consecutive years.

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Investing

Use a TFSA to Make $500 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Wringing your hands over the passive income math? This TSX monthly income fund makes planning much easier.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Dividend Stocks

Want Decades of Passive Income? Buy This ETF and Hold It Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This Vanguard Canadian dividend ETF pays monthly and has actually managed to beat the market.

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Dividend Stocks

The Canadian Stocks Worth Owning When a Trade War Hits

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These TSX grocery stocks have a lower beta and could be more insulated from tariff volatility.

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Investing

How to Turn $25,000 in TFSA Savings Into a Steady Stream of Cash

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX income fund pays a fixed $0.10 per share monthly distribution.

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Investing

Just Starting Out? 2 Simple ETFs That Any Canadian Investor Can Use

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two low-cost Vanguard and iShares index ETFs provide exposure to U.S. and Canadian stocks.

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Investing

Why Now Is the Time to Invest in Canada’s Infrastructure Boom

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada is on a quest to build back better, and this income ETF could be a good way to participate…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

A Monthly-Paying TSX Stock With a 6.3% Dividend Yield Worth Adding to Your Radar

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX oil and gas royalty cuts you a fat dividend check every month.

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Investing

How to Structure a TFSA to Bring In $500 a Month — Completely Tax-Free

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX income fund's fixed $0.1 per share monthly payout makes calculations a breeze.

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Investing

This Is the TFSA Balance You’ll Likely Need to Retire Comfortably in Canada

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's the passive income math using the 4% rule and a TFSA.

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ETFs can contain investments such as stocks
Investing

2 Monthly Income ETFs With Impressive Yields Worth Considering

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these TSX monthly income ETFs use covered calls and leverage to boost yields to double digits.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use a TFSA to Bring in $500 a Month — Completely Tax-Free

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX monthly income fund pays a $0.10 per share distribution, which makes planning easy.

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Investing

What a Typical Canadian TFSA Actually Looks Like at 55

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's what the official data from Canada Revenue says about TFSA usage for Gen X.

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ETFs can contain investments such as stocks
Investing

Why I Keep Adding to This ETF and Never Plan to Stop

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

ALLW is why I sleep well at night despite all the risks out there for my investments.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Investing

This Monthly Income ETF Yields 12%, and Every Canadian Should Take Note

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

HDIF is geared for monthly income, but it comes with complexities due to the use of leverage and covered calls.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Investing

The 1 Strategic Canadian ETF Every TFSA Should Have

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Is your portfolio heavy in Canadian dividend stocks? This diversified ETF can be a global counterweight.

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Investing

Here Are My 2 Favourite ETFs for 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these ETFs target dividend-growth stocks, with one focused on Canada and the other on America.

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ETFs can contain investments such as stocks
Investing

3 Canadian ETFs I’d Hold in a TFSA and Never Sell

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These Canadian equity ETFs are fairly affordable and diversified.

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