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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

1 Discounted Canadian Dividend Stock Down 17% That’s Worth Buying Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A high-yield but beaten-down Canadian dividend stock is a quality sale right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Own as Inflation Stages a Comeback

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Well, that didn't take long.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Investors: Here’s How Much You Need in a TFSA to Retire in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Most Canadians won’t retire on a TFSA alone, but investing it well can still build serious tax-free retirement income.

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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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Dividend Stocks

How to Turn a $14,000 TFSA Into a Cash-Generating Machine

| Sneha Nahata

These high-quality dividend stocks offer attractive yields, have sustainable payouts, and can turn your TFSA in a cash-generating machine.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Strong Stocks Worth Putting Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution Into in 2026

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two top stocks that could be smart picks for your 2026 TFSA contribution.

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Tech Stocks

Could This $97 TSX Stock Be Your Ticket to Millionaire Status?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Topicus looks like a “boring millionaire-maker” by compounding cash flow through steady software acquisitions across Europe.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a $50,000 TFSA That Pays You Consistently

| Rajiv Nanjapla

These two monthly-paying dividend stocks are ideal for your TFSA to boost your tax-free passive income.

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Investing

5 Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Sneha Nahata

These growth stocks are positioned to generate durable growth, supported by sustained demand for their products and services.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 High-Potential Canadian Stocks That Could Be Ready to Break Out in 2026

| Jitendra Parashar

These two Canadian stocks could be setting up for a strong run in 2026 and beyond.

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Stocks for Beginners

Trade Wars Again? 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Trade-war jitters can punish the whole market, but these three TSX businesses look built to stay profitable through the noise.

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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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Energy Stocks

Beyond Tech Stocks: This Utility is Powering the Data Centre Boom

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Renewable Corp. (TSX:BEPC) is a one-stop-shop dividend stock for investors looking to play the data center-driven green energy boom.

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Tech Stocks

The 5 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy With $10,000 in 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Five TSX names could help turn a simple $10,000 start into a diversified 2026 portfolio across fast growth and steadier…

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Retirement

Why $1 Million in Retirement Savings May Not Be Enough Anymore

| Aditya Raghunath

Think $1 million is enough for retirement? Inflation and rising costs say otherwise – here's why you may need more,…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Stock Dropped 6.8% – Here’s Why I’d Buy It Anyway

| Andrew Button

Gas station company Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) has crashed 6.8% during a fuel bull market.

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Dividend Stocks

A High-Yield Income ETF Yielding 4.6% That Probably Belongs in Your Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this reliable, high-yield Canadian ETF is one of the top picks for passive income seekers today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Canadian Growth Stocks That Could Make a Big Move in the Next Year

| Adam Othman

Investors with a long investment horizon might want to consider adding these two TSX growth stocks to their self-directed portfolios…

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Dividend Stocks

4 TSX Dividend Stocks That Retirees Might Want on Their Radar

| Rajiv Nanjapla

These four well-established businesses with an excellent track record of dividend payouts are ideal for retirees.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Blue-Chip Dividend Stocks Canadians Might Want to Own

| Jitendra Parashar

These blue-chip Canadian stocks offer stability, income, and long-term upside.

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Bank Stocks

A 4.5% Dividend Yield: I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding for Decades

| Kay Ng

Scotiabank stock is a fair buy here for income and long-term growth.

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Energy Stocks

1 Stock I Plan to Load Up on in 2026

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this reliable Canadian stock with compelling long-term growth potential is at the top of my buy list for…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Structure a $50,000 TFSA to Generate Consistent, Ongoing Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can build a reliable and consistently growing passive income stream in your TFSA with high-quality Canadian stocks.

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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

2 Dividend Stocks That Turn Any Investment Into a Passive Income Payday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two TSX REITs are delivering steady 4%+ yields by collecting rent from apartments and grocery-anchored shopping centres.

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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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Dividend Stocks

This Is the Average TFSA Balance for Canadians at Age 60

| Aditya Raghunath

The average TFSA balance for Canadians at 60 is under $45,000. Here's why that may not be enough – and…

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Dividend Stocks

The U.S. Economy Is Slowing Down — These 3 Canadian Stocks Look Built to Keep Delivering

| Andrew Button

Fortis (TSX:FTS) can keep on paying dividends even with the economy slowing down.

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Energy Stocks

1 Dividend Stock Down 17% That’s an Amazing Lifetime Buy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Northland Power has already taken its dividend medicine, and the lower price could set up a long-term comeback.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks That Look Like Obvious Buys Right Now

| Sneha Nahata

These dividend stocks have solid fundamentals, a strong history of dividend growth, and the financial strength to grow their payouts.

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Tech Stocks

1 Canadian Tech Stock Down 45% That I’d Buy Today and Hold for the Long Haul

| Jitendra Parashar

This overlooked software-focused tech stock still has strong fundamentals beneath the surface.

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Retirement

What the Average Canadian TFSA Looks Like at Age 30 — and How to Build Yours Up

| Robin Brown

Wondering what the average TFSA balance is at age 30? Here are some insights into how to make sure your…

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Energy Stocks

An Unstoppable Dividend Stock to Buy If There’s a Stock Market Sell-Off

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) stock could be the dividend bargain to buy as stocks come in again.

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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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Dividend Stocks

A Practical Way to Use Your TFSA to Generate $300 a Month – Tax-Free

| Demetris Afxentiou

Generate $300 a month in tax‑free TFSA income using a balanced mix of stocks such as this high-yielding trio.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Oil Stocks Built for Volatile Crude Prices

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

How to invest in oil stocks when crude prices swing $20 in just two days.

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Energy Stocks

The TSX Dividend Stock I’d Consider the Strongest Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) is a pillar of stability, regardless of where oil prices head next.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks Built for Investors Who Want to Be Paid First

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian dividend stocks are some of the best and most reliable businesses to buy and hold for consistent…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks I Believe Belong in Almost Every Investor’s Portfolio

| Kay Ng

These dividend stocks are well-suited for most long-term portfolios, especially when accumulated on market dips.

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