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Dividend StocksStock Ideas 1 min read Mar 3, 2026

Top Canadian Stocks for Dividend Growth and Long-Term Returns

Despite macro uncertainty and trade concerns, certain high-quality Canadian growth stocks are poised for significant returns in 2026 and beyond. Two such stocks are Enerflex and Hammond Power…

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✓ Enerflex and Hammond Power Solutions are poised for significant returns due to rising natural gas supply and demand for renewable energy
✓ Bank of Montreal offers a 3.3% dividend yield and 16% year-over-year net income growth
✓ Restaurant Brands provides a mid-3% dividend yield and has a long-term growth strategy driven by international expansion
✓ Hydro One delivers a steady cash flow and has shown dividend growth and capital appreciation potential
✓ These Canadian stocks offer a mix of income and capital appreciation, making them suitable for investors seeking dividend stocks with growth potential
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Dividend StocksStock Ideas 1 min read Feb 25, 2026

Canadian Dividend ETFs for Market Defence

Market volatility has become a concern for investors in 2026 due to rate cuts, inflation trends, and shifting sector leadership. Canadian dividend ETFs offer a simple solution for…

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✓ Canadian dividend ETFs provide a simple solution for investors seeking defensive holdings
✓ Three Canadian dividend ETFs are highlighted: VDY, XDV, and ZDV
✓ VDY offers a 3.8% yield with a heavy exposure to pipelines and banks
✓ XDV screens companies for dividend sustainability, holding a 3.4% yield
✓ ZDV provides a balanced approach, blending income with broader diversification
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Dividend StocksStock Ideas 1 min read Feb 22, 2026

Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Weather Market Turbulence

Market turbulence is expected to persist in 2026, driven by concerns over AI spending and the emergence of agentic platforms. As a result, investors are advised to exercise…

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✓ Market turbulence expected to continue in 2026
✓ Bank of Nova Scotia and Enbridge are undervalued dividend stocks
✓ Both stocks offer attractive yields and potential for dividend growth
✓ Power Corporation, Nutrien, and Alimentation Couche-Tard are other undervalued Canadian stocks
✓ Investors advised to rotate into value, defensive, and dividend stocks
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Dividend StocksStock Ideas 1 min read Feb 22, 2026

4 TSX Stocks to Balance Income and Growth in Feb 2026

Investors don’t have to choose between dividend income and long-term capital growth. The right businesses can generate dependable income today while compounding shareholder value for years to come.…

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✓ Brookfield Asset Management offers a 3.9% yield and potential for 14% long-term returns
✓ Intact Financial has a 2.2% yield and 12% potential long-term returns
✓ Premium Brands Holdings offers 3.3% yield with operational turnaround potential
✓ TELUS has a 9% yield and potential for turnaround under new leadership
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Dividend StocksStock Ideas 1 min read Feb 20, 2026

10 High Performing Canadian Dividend Stocks in Jan 2026

Dividend-paying stocks with healthy balance sheets and high yields can provide steady income and cushion against market downturns. In January, top-performing Canadian dividend stocks included Methanex, Suncor Energy,…

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✓ Methanex led the top 10 Canadian dividend stocks in January with a 19.34% gain.
✓ Suncor Energy and Exchange Income Corp were among the top performers, gaining 18.14% and 16.19% respectively.
✓ The top 10 dividend stocks had forward dividend yields ranging from 1.54% to 3.56%.
✓ The Morningstar Canada Dividend Growth Index rose 1.69% in January, while the Dividend Yield Focus Index lost 0.29%.
✓ The overall Canadian stock market gained 0.68% in January and 28.65% over the past 12 months.
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Dividend StocksStock Ideas 1 min read Feb 18, 2026

Dividend All Stars in 2026

The Globe and Mail’s Dividend All-Stars portfolio has outperformed the S&P/TSX Composite Index, with gains of 41.4% from February 13, 2025, to February 12, 2026, compared to the…

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✓ The Dividend All-Stars portfolio outperformed the S&P/TSX Composite Index with gains of 41.4% from February 13, 2025, to February 12, 2026.
✓ The portfolio is composed of 20 Canadian dividend-paying stocks selected based on yield, value, and safety criteria.
✓ The Dividend All-Stars system evaluates the largest 200 dividend-paying stocks on the TSX.
✓ The portfolio has a long-term track record, with an average annual return of 16.2% over 26 years.
✓ The top 20 Dividend All-Stars include companies from various sectors, such as finance, energy, and telecommunications.
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