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Dividend Stocks

5 Tricks of TFSA Millionaires

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TFSA millionaires aren’t chasing a secret stock. They’re using simple habits and low-fee ETFs like VGRO to compound tax-free for…

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Dividend Stocks

This Monthly Dividend Stock Could Make March Feel Like Payday Season

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dream Industrial’s monthly payout can make budgeting feel easier, but the real appeal is its industrial rent coverage and steady…

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Retirement

High-Yield Gems: 2 Dividend Stocks Canadian Retirees Should Consider

| Andrew Walker

These stocks pay good dividends that should continue to grow.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build Your Own Pension When Your Employer Won’t

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A TFSA can work like a personal pension, and Hydro One is pitched as a steady, regulated stock to anchor…

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Stocks for Beginners

Building Generational Wealth: Why Now is Still the Time to Invest in Canadian Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TFI International could be a “boring but powerful” Canadian wealth builder, using cash flow and discipline to compound through freight…

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Investing in Canadian Efficiency Could Pay Off Big

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s “do more with less” boom could make ATS a standout TSX automation play as companies keep paying to save…

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Retirement

How to Budget for 30+ Years of Retirement (Without Running Out)

| Kay Ng

A 30+ year retirement requires a disciplined withdrawal strategy (like the 4% rule), inflation planning, debt reduction, having a cash…

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The RRSP (Canadian Registered Retirement Savings Plan) is a smart way to save and invest for the future
Retirement

Canadian Investors: How You’re Paying Taxes to the IRS

| Andrew Button

Dividends from the Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) stock are not taxed by the IRS, as dividends from American stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

Bricks to Dividends: Are Investors Moving From Homes to Yields?

| Demetris Afxentiou

With housing affordability stretched and interest rates reshaping the market, many Canadians are shifting from real estate to dividend stocks.

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Stocks for Beginners

Looking for a Market Defence? Canadian Dividend ETFs Are a One-Stop Solution

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for a market defence? Canadian dividend ETFs offer diversification, stability, and reliable income for investors.

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Dividend Stocks

This 6% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Each and Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This healthcare REIT’s monthly payout looks more supported than it was a year ago, but refinancing and leverage still matter.

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The RRSP (Canadian Registered Retirement Savings Plan) is a smart way to save and invest for the future
Retirement

Here’s the Average Canadian RRSP at Age 55

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

That “average RRSP at 55” sounds helpful, until you realize averages can mislead, and a simple catch-up plan matters more.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: Here’s How Much You Need in Your TFSA to Retire

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Retirement gets clearer when you turn your TFSA into a specific income target and pick an easy portfolio to stick…

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Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Make $800 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

To get $800 per month, tax-free, the key variable is the sustainable yield you can realistically earn.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Average Canadian TFSA at Age 50

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

At 50, the TFSA “average” is a useful gut check, but catching up usually comes from consistency more than clever…

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Dividend Stocks

The 1 Mistake TFSA Investors Make When Markets Get Choppy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

In a choppy market, the biggest TFSA danger isn’t the downturn, it’s selling too soon and missing the rebound.

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Retirement

Ready to Retire This Year? 3 Strategies for Canadians Coming Up on the Big Milestone

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top strategies every Canadian nearing retirement may want to consider, or at least think about, right now.

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Retirement

The Best Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Demetris Afxentiou

These top Canadian dividend stocks offer stability, income, and long-term growth, making them ideal buy-and-hold picks for any TFSA.

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Retirement

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

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This TSX income fund pays a fixed $0.10-per-share monthly distribution, which can make retirement planning easier.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Gold: 2 Dividend Stocks I’d Lock In Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Gold’s big swings can make it feel less like a TFSA “shield." These two monthly-paying REITs offer an income-focused alternative.

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Stocks for Beginners

A Better Way to Invest Your RRSP Refund in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Your RRSP refund can start compounding sooner if you file early, and VFV is a simple way to invest it…

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Retirement

The Dividend Stock I’d Buy for RRSP Season

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RRSP season is a good time to look for tax-sheltered income, but LIF’s dividend can swing with the iron ore…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Season: 1 Stock I’d Buy and Forget

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RRSP season can tempt you to chase excitement, but OpenText looks like a “buy it and let it compound” tech…

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Retirement

How to Bridge the Gap When CPP and OAS Won’t Cover Your Expenses

| Kay Ng

Close the gap by building savings in TFSAs, RRSPs, and non-registered accounts, with a focus on dividend-growth stocks.

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Retirement

How I’d Invest $20,000 of TFSA Cash in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

With TFSA limits hitting $109k in 2026, most Canadians are underutilizing their best tax-free wealth building tool. Here’s how to…

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Retirement

2 Dividend Stocks for Canadian Investors to Hold Through Retirement

| Andrew Walker

These stocks have delivered annual dividend growth for decades.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How I’d Invest $25,000 With Rates on Pause

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With the Bank of Canada holding at 2.25%, this simple $25,000 plan leans on income and diversification instead of hoping…

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

Where to Invest Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution for Long‑Term Gains

| Demetris Afxentiou

Use your new $7,000 TFSA contribution wisely. Here are two high-quality Canadian dividend stocks that offer long-term growth, stability, and…

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Stocks for Beginners

Quality Over Hype: The Boring Investment Strategy That’s Winning

| Demetris Afxentiou

When it comes to results, boring, steady companies tend to outperform. Here's one boring business with real earnings and essential…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Season: Here’s the 1 Move I’d Make This Week

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RRSP deadline pressure is real, but one simple action can turn a last-minute contribution into long-term compounding.

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Retirement

Retiring? $1 Million Isn’t Enough Anymore

| Kay Ng

To make savings last, retirees need portfolios focused on inflation-beating returns and growing income.

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Retirement

How to Create Your Own Pension With Dividend Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Dividend investing remains a relevant strategy today for seniors and anyone desiring to create a pension-like income in retirement.

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Retirement

Protect Your Retirement: Avoid These 2 Stocks Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian investors are advised to protect their retirement by avoiding speculative investments and dividend traps.

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

3 Canadian Stocks That Are the Best Buy and Holds in a TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three TFSA-friendly Canadian stocks offer steady demand, pricing power, and results you can track quarter by quarter.

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Dividend Stocks

Build Enduring Wealth With These Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Blue-chip stocks may seem dull, but their reliable performance shines when market conditions turn tough.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Create a Monthly Income Machine With Your TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Allied Properties just reset its payout, aiming to make monthly TFSA income more sustainable while it works down debt.

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Retirement

3 ETFs I’d Buy Now and Plan to Hold Forever

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Every investor needs a core portfolio built to last. These three Canadian ETFs provide the perfect foundation for a lifetime…

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Stocks for Beginners

Outlook for Fairfax Financial Stock in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Fairfax may look quiet, but its underwriting engine and investment “float” could compound steadily through 2026’s volatility.

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Dividend Stocks

Transform Any TFSA Into a Cash-Gushing Machine With Just $15,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $15,000 TFSA investment in Dream Industrial can generate meaningful tax-free income because the payout looks well covered by cash…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $25,000? Transform a TFSA Into a Cash-Gushing Machine

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With $25,000 in a TFSA, Granite’s growing monthly payout can create a reinvestment snowball that compounds tax-free.

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