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This 7% Dividend Giant Could Be the Ultimate Retirement Ally
UncategorizedJanuary 8, 2026

This 7% Dividend Giant Could Be the Ultimate Retirement Ally

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) is a Canadian retail-focused REIT that owns and develops shopping centres and mixed-use real estate across Canada....

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
How HIVE Stock Can Win Big With Bitcoin Mining and AI Data Centres (TSXV:HIVE)
StocksJanuary 6, 2026

How HIVE Stock Can Win Big With Bitcoin Mining and AI Data Centres (TSXV:HIVE)

HIVE Digital Technologies Ltd. (TSXV:HIVE) is a digital infrastructure company focused on Bitcoin mining and (increasingly) AI/HPC-style data centre...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
TFSA Investors: Top Canadian Energy Stock to Add to Your Portfolio Right Now
StocksDecember 23, 2025

TFSA Investors: Top Canadian Energy Stock to Add to Your Portfolio Right Now

TC Energy Corp. (TSX: TRP) TC Energy (TSX: TRP) is one of Canada’s largest energy infrastructure companies, operating critical natural gas pipelines...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
1 Canadian Dividend Stock Down 33% Every Investor Should Own
UncategorizedDecember 18, 2025

1 Canadian Dividend Stock Down 33% Every Investor Should Own

TFI International Inc. (TSX: TFII) TFI International Inc. (TSX: TFII) is one of Canada’s largest transportation and logistics companies, operating...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
This 6% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month
StocksDecember 16, 2025

This 6% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month

Whitecap Resources Inc. (TSX:WCP) — A Cash-Rich Canadian Energy Income Play Whitecap Resources Inc. (TSX:WCP) is a Canadian oil and gas producer...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
StocksDecember 11, 2025

Canadian Bank Stocks Appear Unstoppable: Here’s the One I’d Buy Right Here

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) — Canada's Cross-Border Banking Giant Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of North America’s largest and...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
This 7.3% Dividend Stock Could Pay Me Every Month Like Clockwork
StocksDecember 9, 2025

This 7.3% Dividend Stock Could Pay Me Every Month Like Clockwork

SmartCentres REIT (TSX: SRU.UN) SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: SRU.UN) is one of Canada’s largest retail-focused REITs, best known...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
Dead Simple Canadian Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
StocksDecember 4, 2025

Dead Simple Canadian Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

Descartes Systems (TSX: DSG) Why Descartes Systems Stands Out This Week Descartes Systems Group (DSG) quietly powers global logistics, and despite a...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
PBO Says Build Canada Homes Will Add Only Small Increase to Housing Supply
UncategorizedDecember 4, 2025

PBO Says Build Canada Homes Will Add Only Small Increase to Housing Supply

Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to construction workers as he tours a housing development in Ottawa on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. THE CANADIAN...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
StocksDecember 2, 2025

Lazy Investor: This Dividend-Growth Stock Deserves a Permanent Place in Your TFSA

This Week at a Glance Canadian Utilities (TSX: CU) Canadian Utilities had a quiet but positive week, edging higher and trading right near its...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
UncategorizedNovember 30, 2025

Charbone Confirms its First Hydrogen Production in Sorel-Tracy

Sponsored article on behalf of Charbone Corporation – not financial advice Brossard, Quebec, December 1, 2025 – CHARBONE CORPORATION (TSXV: CH ;...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
BankingNovember 28, 2025

Biometric Authentication in Canadian Online Banking

Canadian banks are replacing passwords and PINs with biometrics like fingerprints and facial recognition to improve security and user experience....

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
10 Best Mobile Banking Apps in Canada 2025
BankingNovember 27, 2025

10 Best Mobile Banking Apps in Canada 2025

Looking for the best mobile banking apps in Canada? Here’s a quick rundown of the top options in 2025, based on user satisfaction, features, and...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
Buy Canadian: TSX Stocks Look Set to Outperform Global Markets Next Year
StocksNovember 27, 2025

Buy Canadian: TSX Stocks Look Set to Outperform Global Markets Next Year

Brands (TSX:QSR). Restaurant Brands International (RBI), the parent of Tim Hortons, Burger King, Popeyes, and Firehouse Subs, is riding a wave of...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
BankingNovember 26, 2025

How to Compare Business Credit Cards in Canada

When choosing a business credit card in Canada, focus on key factors like rewards, fees, and tools to manage expenses. The right card can save...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
BankingNovember 25, 2025

5 Steps to Dispute a Debt with Collection Agencies

Receiving a debt collection notice can be stressful, especially when the debt is incorrect or not yours. In Canada, you have legal rights to dispute...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
Beat the TSX With This Cash-Gushing Dividend Stock
StocksNovember 25, 2025

Beat the TSX With This Cash-Gushing Dividend Stock

Tourmaline Oil (TSX: TOU) Weekly Breakdown Tourmaline Oil, Canada’s largest natural gas producer, had a strong week — delivering a solid price bump,...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
Best Tools to Compare Low Deposit Credit Cards
BankingNovember 24, 2025

Best Tools to Compare Low Deposit Credit Cards

Finding a low deposit credit card in Canada can be challenging, especially if you're rebuilding your credit or starting fresh. Low deposit cards...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
2025 Provincial Tax Comparison Calculator Guide
BankingNovember 23, 2025

2025 Provincial Tax Comparison Calculator Guide

Want to know how taxes differ across Canadian provinces in 2025? Here’s the short answer: Provincial tax comparison calculators help you estimate...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
BankingNovember 22, 2025

Debt Collection Laws by Province in Canada

Debt collection laws in Canada differ by province, impacting how debts are pursued and consumer rights are protected. Each province sets its own...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
BankingNovember 21, 2025

How to Compare Auto Insurance Quotes in Canada

Comparing auto insurance quotes in Canada is essential to save money and find the coverage that suits your needs. Auto insurance is mandatory across...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
BankingNovember 20, 2025

Monthly vs Quarterly Dividends: Tax Implications in Canada

In Canada, the frequency of dividend payments - monthly or quarterly - does not affect your tax bill. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) taxes your...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
Retirees: TSX Dividend Stock to Consider for TFSA Passive Income
StocksNovember 20, 2025

Retirees: TSX Dividend Stock to Consider for TFSA Passive Income

Enbridge (TSX: ENB) — Weekly Investor Update Enbridge had a solid week, climbing +1.30%, supported by strong sentiment and continued investor demand...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
UncategorizedNovember 19, 2025

Tariff Relief on the Horizon? Premiers Say Talks With PM Went Well

Prime Minister Mark Carney left, meets with New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt in her office in Fredericton, N.B., on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025. THE...

By Qayyum Rajan, CFA
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