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Author: Amy Legate-Wolfe

Amy became interested in investing in 2018 after having her first daughter. After receiving a masters degree in journalism from Western University, she became frustrated that the finance industry remained a confusing place for Canadians like her: new parents, millennials, and other young people who needed to understand their finances. Now, Amy focuses on tech companies and renewable energy for growth opportunities, coupling that with long-term investing strategies and equities. She also provides investors with a daily newsletter, Canada Stock Digest, for daily market updates. Before joining Motley Fool Canada, she wrote for major news organizations including HuffPost, CTVNews.ca, and CBC. When she’s not researching investing strategies, Amy’s time is pretty much monopolized by her two wild daughters, but in what little spare time she has she loves to do yoga, go on walks with her dog, and travel with her husband. Follow Amy on LinkedIn and Canada Stock Digest. Favorite Investment Quote: “October: This is one of the particularly dangerous months to speculate in stocks. The others are July, January, September, April, November, May, March, June, December, August and February.” – Mark Twain

Recent Articles

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Energy Stocks

3 Rock-Bottom Stocks to Grab With $3,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for genuine value? Algonquin, Hydro One, and NorthWest look like rock‑bottom, income‑focused opportunities for patient investors.

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Energy Stocks

1 Soaring Clean Energy Stock to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Northland Power boasts a huge renewable pipeline and a monthly dividend, but wind shortfalls and rising debt mean income isn’t…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks I Like Better Than Constellation Software at Today’s Price

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CSU’s founder exit rattled markets, but cheaper spin‑offs Lumine (LMN) and Topicus (TOI) deliver similar growth and cash flow momentum…

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s Driving Franco-Nevada’s Stock Price Up?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Franco‑Nevada’s stock jumped 71% as record gold prices and a blockbuster quarter fattened revenue, cash flow, and acquisition firepower.

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Tech Stocks

1 Magnificent TSX Stock Down 8% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

OpenText’s cloud and AI push could reignite growth for this software veteran, but high debt and shrinking revenue means buyers…

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Investing

3 Cheap Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks could be cheap ways to own essential industries if you’re patient through recoveries.

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Invest $70,000 in Canadian Dividend Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you stuck with cash? A TFSA mix of Fortis, TD, and Canadian Natural buys stable dividends, bank growth, and…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Blueprint: Positioning $14,000 for Cash Flow

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sitting on $14,000 TFSA room? Put it to work for monthly income with RioCan, Exchange Income, and Timbercreek for balanced…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Money Maker: 2 Monthly Payers to Own for Years to Come

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want monthly dividends? Dream Industrial offers steady, sustainable income while Allied Properties pays more but comes with bigger balance‑sheet and…

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Dividend Stocks

Down 53% and Paying Monthly: 1 Dividend Stock I’d Buy Hand Over Fist

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

NWH.UN pays a juicy 6.9% yield, but big payout ratios and tenant risks mean this healthcare REIT is a risky…

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Turn a $88,000 TFSA Into $323/Month Without Chasing Risk

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you sitting on cash? Granite REIT’s 4.32% yield and monthly payouts could be a TFSA-friendly way to turn that…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Worry-Free Retirement Stocks That Let Canadians Rest Easy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for low‑stress retirement stocks? Metro, iA Financial, and CGI mix defensive income, insurer strength, and durable tech growth for…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks I Like Better Than Dollarama Stock for Buy-and-Hold Investing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama is strong, but TFI International and Alimentation Couche-Tard offer better value and dividends for income investors.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Quell Retirement Income Worries

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Worried about retirement income? These three TSX stocks offer a blend of steady income, higher yield, and growth.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks That Put Your Money to Work While You Sleep

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Worried about finances at night? These three TSX dividend stocks can help build reliable, tax-free TFSA income.

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Smart Stocks to Buy for the Rush on Gold and Silver

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With gold at $3,784 and silver at $44.50, consider these Canadian miners offering income and growth instead of buying bullion.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian National Railway Stock Has Been Losing Steam: Bargain or Beware?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CNR’s share pullback could be a buying opportunity, but slowing freight volumes and heavy debt mean investors should be cautious.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Dividend Champion Up 30% for Lifetime Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TC Energy offers a 4.6% yield and steady, contract-backed pipeline cash flows, but heavy debt and big capex raise real…

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Dividend Stocks

If Rates Stay Higher for Longer, These Dividend Stocks Win

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Facing higher interest rates? Discover how investing in selected Canadian insurance stocks can help you hedge risk and thrive during…

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Dividend Stocks

The 1 TSX Stock I’d Buy If the BoC Signals Multiple Cuts

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Excited about falling interest rates? Discover why Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (CAPREIT) could thrive and enhance your portfolio with multiple…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Dividend Ladder: Monthly Cash Flow From 3 Canadian Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you need cash flow now? Learn how creating a dividend ladder within a TFSA can provide consistent monthly income…

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Stocks for Beginners

RRSP vs. TFSA for 2025: My Framework for Every Income Level

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Discover how to effectively use TFSAs and RRSPs for investing, regardless of income, with top stocks like Fortis, goeasy, and…

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Energy Stocks

Gas Prices Spiking? The Energy Dividend Stocks I’d Hold Through Volatility

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are energy stocks a smart investment to offset gas price volatility? Discover two dividend stocks offering steady returns despite market…

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Dividend Stocks

How Rising Rents Can Boost These 3 Canadian REITs

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Rising rents got you down? Discover how investing in Canadian REITs can help you reclaim cash and boost your income…

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Dividend Stocks

A Simple Hedge: The ETF I’d Use if the CAD Slumps Further

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you concerned about the weakening Canadian dollar? Discover how investing in a globally diversified ETF like VXC can protect…

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Dividend Stocks

How Currency Moves Quietly Boost (or Hurt) Your TSX Portfolio

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Navigating the complex world of currency can significantly impact your TSX investments; explore strategies and promising stocks to mitigate or…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Bank Stocks for Decades of Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three dividend-friendly Canadian banks to consider now include NA for durability, EQB for growth, and BNS for yield and value.

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Dividend Stocks

My 3‑ETF “Sleep‑Well” Portfolio for 2025

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sleep-at-night investing: three low-cost ETFs that deliver global diversification, Canadian strength, and automatic balancing so you can grow wealth without…

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Retirement

The 2 Biggest Tax Traps for New Retirees, and How to Avoid Them

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two costly tax traps can hit new retirees, here’s how a TFSA and one simple ETF can keep more money…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin in a TFSA? The Sensible Way I’d Size It

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want Bitcoin upside without going all-in? Use a tiny TFSA slice and TSX options to ride gains while managing risk.

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Bridge to CPP With TFSA Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want $50,000 in retirement income? Pair a delayed CPP with TFSA dividends from reliable Canadian stocks to close the gap.

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Tech Stocks

Missed Nvidia? 3 Picks-and-Shovels AI Stocks I’d Buy Instead

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three Canadian AI plays could offer income, growth, and hardware upside without paying NVIDIA-level prices.

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Retirement

Retiring in Canada: A Simple $500/Month Dividend Plan to Supplement CPP

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CPP won’t cover everything, here’s a simple Granite REIT dividend plan to help close the gap.

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Dividend Stocks

The Beginner’s Canada Portfolio: 1 ETF + 3 Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Build a simple, sleep‑well portfolio with one quality ETF and three TSX staples, plus an easy, set‑and‑forget allocation for beginners.

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Asset Management
Dividend Stocks

1 Perfect Dividend Stock Down 34% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With a payout reset, bold asset moves, and a quiet push into AI and fibre, is BCE the under-the-radar dividend-and-growth…

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Dividend Stocks

The Safe Dividend Stock That Could Let You Retire Stress-Free

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want passive income, then look for dividend stocks like this safe stock.

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Dividend Stocks

Retire Richer: 2 Dividend Knights I’ll Never Sell

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two under-the-radar TSX Dividend Knights could quietly help you retire richer without chasing high yields.

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Turn an TFSA Into $300/Month in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Can this monthly payer turn your TFSA into $300 tax-free income and keep increasing those payments over time?

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Dividend Stocks

I’m Buying This Magnificent 7 Stock on Any 10% Dip

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Microsoft’s blowout growth and OpenText’s cheap, dividend-backed turnaround raise a simple question: Should you buy the pricey titan on a…

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Stocks for Beginners

This 10% Yield Looks Like a Trap: Here’s the Safer Alternative I’m Buying

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

That double-digit yield looks tempting, but is it a trap, and which Canadian dividend stock is the safer long-term pick…

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