Dividend Stocks News

Dividend Stocks

What are dividend stocks?

Dividend stocks are stocks that send you a sum of money (usually quarterly, but sometimes annually) simply for owning shares in the company.

To be clear, this money isn’t a capital gain, which you earn when share prices go up or when you sell the stock for profit. A dividend is more like a “bonus” that comes to you in the form of cash or more shares in the company’s stock.

Which companies have dividend stocks?

It’s important to note that not all companies pay out dividends. Dividend-paying companies are usually older, more established corporations that have a long track history of positive growth and expansion.

Usually when a company earns more money than it can reinvest in itself, it creates a dividend paying policy for shareholders. For that reason, you’ll rarely see growth companies, small caps, or start-ups issue dividends.

In Canada, some top dividend stocks include:

More information about dividend stocks in Canada:

To learn more about Dividend Stocks, take a look at our Guide to Dividend Investing for all the details.

Check back here for the most up to date information about dividend stocks in Canada.

Recent Dividend Stocks News

Cannabis Stocks

Why Are These 2 TSX Stock Types Rising Today?

October 12, 2020 | Victoria Hetherington

Find out why top cannabis stocks such as Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) were rising on this unusual Canadian Thanksgiving.

Buy Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Right Now

October 12, 2020 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canada's big banks make great investment options in any market, but right now investors should look to buy Bank of…

3 Top Stocks to Consider in Q4 2020

October 12, 2020 | Andrew Walker

Industry leaders with reliable dividends deserve to be top stocks on your buy list heading into the end of 2020.…

COVID 2nd Wave: 2 Safety Stocks to Protect Your Wealth

October 12, 2020 | Joey Frenette

KP Tissue Inc. (TSX:KPT) and another Canadian stock can help bolster your defences before the worst of the second COVID…

Buy These 2 Growth Stocks for a Safer 2020 Q4

October 12, 2020 | Victoria Hetherington

Investors could see upside in Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund (TSX:BPF.UN) no matter which way the market swings this fall.

CRA $500 Digital News Tax Credit: Brand-New 2020 Tax Refund!

October 12, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Consumers of news can claim the 15% DNSTC from their digital news subscriptions with QCJOs. Thomson Reuters stock is becoming…

Stocks With 6% to 8% Dividend Yield: Where to Invest $1,000 Right Now

October 12, 2020 | Sneha Nahata

The high dividend yields of these TSX stocks are sustainable in the coming years.

50% of Canadians Could Retire Poor

October 12, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

About 50% of Canadians are in danger retiring poor, because of the complex financial challenges brought by the 2020 pandemic.…

Thanksgiving Gift: Buy This Growth Stock Now

October 12, 2020 | Kay Ng

This stock is recession resilient, a cash cow, and has strong long-term growth prospects! What more can you ask from…

Replace CERB With This Reliable Dividend Stock

October 12, 2020 | Ryan Vanzo

CERB was a lifeline for millions of Canadians, but payments are ending soon. Keep the income coming with Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB)…

Toronto Condo Listings up 215%: Housing Crash Coming?

October 12, 2020 | Adam Othman

You might want to reduce your position in the Royal Bank of Canada if you are worried about the short-term…

2 Monthly Income Stocks to Be Thankful for

October 12, 2020 | Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some great income-producing stocks this Thanksgiving? These two stocks offer superb income-producing potential you will be thankful for.

ALERT: Activist Investor Believes This REIT’s Unit Price Could Double!

October 12, 2020 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Activist investors are in action at Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AX.UN). They believe the REIT's unit price could double…

CRB Applications Open Today! What You Should Know

October 12, 2020 | Puja Tayal

The CRA opens the application window for the $1,000 CRB payment for the last two weeks. Here's what you need…

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Apply to the $2,000/Month CRB

October 12, 2020 | Aditya Raghunath

The application window for the CRB will open today. Here is all you need to know about CRA's latest federal…

Wherever the Market Goes, I’m Buying These 3 Under-$30 TSX Stocks

October 12, 2020 | Sneha Nahata

These stocks should do well generate healthy returns irrespective of where the market goes.

Canada Revenue Agency: Make Sure You Didn’t Miss These 2 Tax Deductions in 2020

October 12, 2020 | Adam Othman

Invest in the Jamieson Wellness Inc. stock with the tax savings you can make using these tax deductions.

Warren Buffett: Has the Oracle of Omaha Lost His Touch?

October 12, 2020 | Adam Othman

The Oracle of Omaha might have lost touch as Berkshire valuations go down amid confusing investment decisions on stocks like…

Uh-Oh! Your Retirement Could Be at Risk After COVID-19

October 12, 2020 | Adam Othman

You should invest in Emera Inc. for its defensive qualities because your retirement could be at risk after COVID-19.

Recovery Benefits: You Can Apply for CRB TODAY!

October 12, 2020 | Andrew Button

CRB applications open today. Here's how far $450 a week could go if invested in stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS).

Retiring Soon? If You ONLY Have the OAS and CPP Pension, Don’t!

October 12, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Soon-to-be retirees must accept that it’s a huge risk to retire with only the OAS and CPP. Investing in Canadian…

How to Turn a $30,000 TFSA Into $500,000

October 12, 2020 | David Jagielski

Investing in a dividend growth stock like Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) could help build your portfolio's value over the years.

Sorry, Millennials: Canada’s Housing Market Is Still Soaring

October 12, 2020 | Andrew Button

Housing will remain expensive for millennials, but you can get into real estate through REITs like Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT…

CRCB: Who Can Receive it?

October 12, 2020 | Stephanie Bedard-Chateauneuf, MBA

If you are unable to work because you must care for a family member, you could be eligible for the…

Should You Buy Suncor (TSX:SU) Stock Right Now?

October 11, 2020 | Aditya Raghunath

Is Suncor (TSX:SU) stock a value buy or a value trap?

Generate Wealth and Balance Risk With These 3 Top TSX Stocks

October 11, 2020 | Victoria Hetherington

Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) combines growth potential with some of the safety of a consumer staples stock. But is it a…

Got $5,000? Build Tax-Free Riches With These 3 TFSA Stocks!

October 11, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you hold stocks like Canadian Tire Corp (TSX:CTC.A) you can keep the gains tax-free in a TFSA.

Dividend Stocks

3 Recession-Proof Dividend Stocks to Buy if You Expect the Markets to Crash

October 11, 2020 | Aditya Raghunath

If you are worried about a market crash, buying dividend stocks such as Canadian Utilities (TSX:CU) is a safe bet…

3 Quick Tips to Becoming a Better Stock Investor

October 11, 2020 | Kay Ng

What does it mean to be a better stock investor? Get greater returns, sounder sleep, or less or no stress.

Dividend Stocks With 7-8% Yields: Buy This, Not That

October 11, 2020 | Joey Frenette

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and another high-yield dividend stock that investors may be looking to scoop up on their dips.

This Dividend Stock Will Pay You for the Rest of Your Life

October 11, 2020 | Kay Ng

This top dividend stock is set to outperform next year! Buy some shares before its next leg up.

CERB Users: A Warren Buffett Stock Pick for Big Passive Income

October 11, 2020 | Joey Frenette

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is a great Warren Buffett stock for former CERB users looking to build their own passive…

The 3 Best Stocks to Invest $100 in Right Now

October 10, 2020 | Kay Ng

You can get juicy income and market-beating long-term returns from investing in these three best stocks right now.

Worried the CERB Has Ended? The CRB and EI Will Have You Covered!

October 10, 2020 | Aditya Raghunath

Here’s all you need to know about the transition from the CERB to EI and CRB.

CERB Update: Will the CRA Extend the CERB?

October 10, 2020 | Adam Othman

CERB has finally ended, and there aren't any plans for the extension yet. People who are still waiting for CERB…

3 TSX Stocks to Sell if Donald Trump Stays President

October 10, 2020 | Ambrose O'Callaghan

A Donald Trump win looks unlikely, but if Teflon Don pulls it off again, stocks like Exco Technologies Ltd. (TSX:XTC)…

3 COVID-19 Recovery Stocks to Buy

October 10, 2020 | Joey Frenette

Buy Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and two other dividend stocks for post-COVID-19 upside potential.

You Can Apply for the CRB Benefit Next Week!

October 10, 2020 | Andrew Button

With $500 a week from the new CRB benefit, you could invest in the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund…

TFSA Investors: 2 Cheap Dividend Stocks Trading Below Book Value

October 10, 2020 | David Jagielski

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and this other stock are two investments you can count on for recurring monthly income.

CERB Just Ended: 2 Stocks to Buy Now

October 10, 2020 | Ryan Vanzo

CERB was a lifeline for millions of Canadians, but the benefits are no longer available. Replace the income with stocks…

❮1…581 582583584 585…❯

Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks That Could Pay You Forever

Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Is a High-Yielding Canadian Dividend Stock to Buy Now and Own Forever

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Why You Should Invest Your Room ASAP With These 3 Stocks

Dividend Stocks

How to Generate $500 in Passive Income Each Month

Dividend Stocks

Need Passive Income? Turn $5,000 Into $23.85 Every Month

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Park These 2 TSX Stocks Before They Soar

Dividend Stocks

This TSX Stock Is Super Cheap and Pays a Monster Dividend

Dividend Stocks

3 Growth Stocks You Can Buy Right Now with Less Than $100

Cannabis Stocks

Why Are These 2 TSX Stock Types Rising Today?

Dividend Stocks

Buy Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Right Now

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Stocks to Consider in Q4 2020

Dividend Stocks

COVID 2nd Wave: 2 Safety Stocks to Protect Your Wealth

Dividend Stocks

Buy These 2 Growth Stocks for a Safer 2020 Q4

Dividend Stocks

CRA $500 Digital News Tax Credit: Brand-New 2020 Tax Refund!

Dividend Stocks

Stocks With 6% to 8% Dividend Yield: Where to Invest $1,000 Right Now

Dividend Stocks

50% of Canadians Could Retire Poor

Dividend Stocks

Thanksgiving Gift: Buy This Growth Stock Now

Dividend Stocks

Replace CERB With This Reliable Dividend Stock

Dividend Stocks

Toronto Condo Listings up 215%: Housing Crash Coming?

Dividend Stocks

2 Monthly Income Stocks to Be Thankful for

Dividend Stocks

ALERT: Activist Investor Believes This REIT’s Unit Price Could Double!

Dividend Stocks

CRB Applications Open Today! What You Should Know

Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Apply to the $2,000/Month CRB

Dividend Stocks

Wherever the Market Goes, I’m Buying These 3 Under-$30 TSX Stocks

Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Make Sure You Didn’t Miss These 2 Tax Deductions in 2020

Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Has the Oracle of Omaha Lost His Touch?

Dividend Stocks

Uh-Oh! Your Retirement Could Be at Risk After COVID-19

Dividend Stocks

Recovery Benefits: You Can Apply for CRB TODAY!

Dividend Stocks

Retiring Soon? If You ONLY Have the OAS and CPP Pension, Don’t!

Dividend Stocks

How to Turn a $30,000 TFSA Into $500,000

Dividend Stocks

Sorry, Millennials: Canada’s Housing Market Is Still Soaring

Dividend Stocks

CRCB: Who Can Receive it?

Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor (TSX:SU) Stock Right Now?

Dividend Stocks

Generate Wealth and Balance Risk With These 3 Top TSX Stocks

Dividend Stocks

Got $5,000? Build Tax-Free Riches With These 3 TFSA Stocks!

Dividend Stocks

3 Recession-Proof Dividend Stocks to Buy if You Expect the Markets to Crash

Dividend Stocks

3 Quick Tips to Becoming a Better Stock Investor

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Stocks With 7-8% Yields: Buy This, Not That

Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Will Pay You for the Rest of Your Life

Energy Stocks

CERB Users: A Warren Buffett Stock Pick for Big Passive Income