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Investing

The Millionaires’ Portfolios: Here’s What the Pros Are Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

If you want to invest like a millionaire, these are three Canadian stocks to consider to join the big boys…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How Many TELUS Shares It Takes to Generate $1,000 in Yearly Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TELUS’s slump may be an income opportunity, offering a higher yield and steady cash flow for those with patience while…

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Investing

Buy These Infrastructure Stocks Before Canada Starts Building Its $1 Trillion in Projects

| Demetris Afxentiou

Canada is gearing up for a once in a generation construction boom. Here are the infrastructure stocks that are set…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Energy and Mining Stocks Are Outshining Tech in 2025

| Demetris Afxentiou

Energy and mining stocks have outperformed tech this year. Here’s why and where to invest for 2026.

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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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Dividend Stocks

Invest $15,000 in This Dividend Stock for $1,078 in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want your first $15,000 to start paying you now? Freehold Royalties’s asset‑light model aims to deliver steady monthly…

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Dividend Stocks

How Married Canadians Can Earn Nearly $10,000 Per Year in Tax-Free Passive Income

| Robin Brown

Here is how a Canadian couple could earn an extra ~$10,000 of tax-free dividend passive income by combining their TFSA…

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Retirement

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 50 in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The average TFSA balance for Canadians around age 50 tends to be far lower than most people expect.

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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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Tech Stocks

Celestica Stock Is Up 250% This Year: Is It Still a Buy in 2026?

| Rajiv Nanjapla

Given its strong operating performance, healthy growth prospects, and reasonable valuation, Celestica appears well-positioned to extend its uptrend into 2026.

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Investing

These Canadian Stocks Are Some of the Best Value in the World Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Those looking for unmatched value in this current macro environment may want to check out these Canadian stocks trading at…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks to Prepare for a Potential Bear Market

| Chris MacDonald

These top defensive Canadian stocks could be the best ways for investors to play a significant bear market in 2026.…

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy TD Bank Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Jitendra Parashar

TD Bank stock has surged over the last year to trade at an all-time high, but here’s a closer look…

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Investing

To Defend Your 2025 Invesment Gains, Do These 3 Things Today

| Chris MacDonald

For investors who are looking to preserve and protect their capital (and not just seek the highest returns), here are…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 of the Best Stocks TFSA Investors Can Buy Now

| Jitendra Parashar

If you want to build TFSA wealth without much risk in the long run, these two Canadian stocks could be…

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Investing

3 TSX Consumer Discretionary Stocks That Are Too Cheap to Ingore Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking for value within the consumer discretionary sector, here are three top TSX stocks to consider right now.

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Investing

How to Protect Your Portfolio in 2026, No Matter What Happens

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for portfolio protection for what could be a volatile year ahead may want to consider these two avenues…

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Investing

2 Buys and 1 Sell for Investors Worried About a Market Crash in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

For investors worried about an impending market crash (or at least major volatility) in 2026, here are three ways to…

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Investing

The Ultimate Rebalancing Strategy: 2 Top Ways to Create Portfolio Stability Next Year

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking to rebalance their portfolios for the coming year, here are a couple strategies I use to rethink…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

It’s Not Too Late to Join the Rush in Canadian Gold Stocks. Really

| Demetris Afxentiou

Opportunity is knocking for prospective investors in Canadian gold stocks. Here’s why you need to invest now.

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks With Bullish Catalysts Heading Into 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Are you looking for companies with bullish catalysts that can ride these key drivers to big gains in 2026? Check…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Rebalance Your Portfolio for 2026

| Demetris Afxentiou

There are plenty of to-dos for investors before the year ends and 2026 starts. One thing to not forget is…

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Asset Management
Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

These three stocks consistently grow their profitability and dividends, making them three of the best to buy now for passive…

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Bank Stocks

1 Canadian Stock to Rule Them All in 2026

| Jitendra Parashar

This top Canadian stock is combining powerful momentum with long-term conviction, and it could be the clear market leader in…

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Dividend Stocks

Down 32%, This Passive Income Stock Still Looks Like a Buy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A beaten‑up freight leader with a rising dividend, why TFII could reward patient TFSA investors when the cycle turns.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $20,000 in This Dividend Stock for $104 in Monthly Passive Income

| Jitendra Parashar

Here is a closer look at a top Canadian monthly dividend stock that can turn everyday retail demand into reliable…

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Investing

Balance Is Everything, and These 3 TSX Stocks Are Top-Tier Picks for 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Finding balance in the markets is important, as many portfolios are now over-indexed to one trend. Here are three stocks…

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Energy Stocks

Dividend Investors: 3 Canadian Energy Stocks Look Like Buys Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three Canadian energy names aiming to pay you now and later. Here’s how Parex, Tourmaline, and ARC approach dividends in…

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.5% TSX Dividend Stock Slashed its Payout by 50% in 2025: Is it Finally a Good Buy?

| Aditya Raghunath

Down more than 30% in 2025, this TSX dividend stock offers you a forward yield of 7.4%, which is quite…

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Investing

For a 5% Yield That Can Grow in Retirement, See These Standout Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

For those seeking a 5% yield in today's market, ramp up your exposure to higher-yielding blue-chip stocks like these two…

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Dividend Stocks

BNS Stock vs. Enbridge: Better Dividend Stock to Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) is one fantastic performer that could be in for more earnings beats in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Stock to Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Trash never takes a day off. Here’s why Waste Connections’ essential, low‑drama business can power a TFSA for decades despite…

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Dividend Stocks

Retiring in Canada: Build $1,000 a Month in Dividend Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Granite REIT’s warehouses generate steady monthly cash, and rising cash flow and occupancy show why it can anchor a TFSA…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Giants to Buy and Never Sell

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Here's why Great‑West and TELUS can power a TFSA with steady cash and decade‑long compounding.

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Bank Stocks

Volatility? Bank Stocks Are the Place to Be

| Demetris Afxentiou

Canada's bank stocks are great long-term investments for any portfolio. Here's a duo for every investor to consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Smart Buy-and-Hold Canadian Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

This Canadian stock is reliable, has years of potential, and pays a consistently growing dividend, making it one of the…

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Investing

Want $10,000 a Month in Passive Income? Here’s How Much You’d Need to Invest

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what it would take to generate $1,000 a month in passive income over time.

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Giants to Buy and Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Here's why CP’s rail network and North West’s essential stores can quietly compound while you sleep.

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Jitendra Parashar

As Telus resets its dividend strategy, this top Canadian dividend stock continues to deliver the consistent income investors value most.

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Tech Stocks

Missed Out on NVIDIA? My Best AI Stock to Buy and Hold

| Jitendra Parashar

The AI boom is bigger than one stock, and this lesser-known name is quietly turning NVIDIA-driven demand into real growth.

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