Dividend & Income
High-yield and dividend-growth ETFs for investors who want regular cash flow from their portfolio.
8 guides · 19 ETFs covered
Top Picks in Dividend & Income
Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield
$74.55
+19.70% YTD
iShares S&P/TSX Composite High Dividend Index ETF
$39.26
+20.41% YTD
CI WisdomTree U.S. Quality Dividend Growth Index ETF
$64.46
+10.26% YTD
Vanguard US Total Market
$141.01
+12.45% YTD
Vanguard FTSE Developed ex North America High Dividend Yield Index ETF
$45.71
+10.28% YTD
BMO Canadian High Dividend Covered Call
$22.48
+8.86% YTD
Dividend & Income Guides
4 Best Dividend ETFs in Canada for Income
The best dividend ETFs in Canada include VDY.TO (0.22% MER), XDV.TO (0.55%), ZDV.TO (0.39%), and DGR-B.TO (0.38%). VDY, XDV, and ZDV focus on Canadian dividend income, while DGR-B adds U.S. dividend growth exposure. These ETFs suit TFSA, RRSP, or non-registered investors seeking regular income and diversified cash flow.
4 Best High-Dividend ETFs in Canada
The best high dividend ETFs in Canada include VDY.TO (~0.22% MER), XEI.TO (~0.22%), ZDV.TO (~0.39%), and ZWC.TO (~0.70%). These ETFs focus on high-yield Canadian stocks or covered call strategies, offering strong income potential for TFSA, RRSP, or non-registered investors seeking regular cash flow.
4 Best Monthly Dividend ETFs in Canada
The best monthly dividend ETFs in Canada include XEI.TO (~0.22% MER), VDY.TO (~0.22%), ZWC.TO (~0.70%), and FIE.TO (~0.85%). These ETFs provide consistent monthly income through dividends, interest, or covered call strategies, making them ideal for TFSA, RRSP, or non-registered investors seeking regular cash flow.
4 Best Dividend Growth ETFs in Canada
The best dividend growth ETFs in Canada include DGR-B.TO (~0.38% MER), DGRC.TO (~0.35%), ZDY.TO (~0.39%), and XDG.TO (~0.11%). These ETFs focus on companies that consistently increase dividends, offering a balance of income and long-term growth for TFSA, RRSP, or non-registered investors.
4 Best US Dividend ETFs for Canadians
The best U.S. dividend ETFs for Canadians include VUN.TO and XUU.TO (~0.06% MER) for broad market exposure, plus DGR-B.TO (~0.38%) and ZDY.TO (~0.39%) for dividend-focused strategies. These ETFs provide diversification beyond Canada but come with foreign withholding tax and currency considerations.
4 Best Global Dividend ETFs in Canada
The best global dividend ETFs in Canada include VIDY.TO (~0.22% MER), XDG.TO (~0.11%), ZDI.TO (~0.39%), and IQD-B.TO (~0.35%). These ETFs provide international diversification across dividend-paying companies but come with foreign withholding tax and currency considerations for TFSA, RRSP, or non-registered investors.
4 Best Covered Call ETFs in Canada for Yield
The best covered call ETFs in Canada include ZWC.TO (~0.70% MER), TXF.TO (~0.40%), ZWH.TO (~0.70%), and ZWU.TO (~0.70%). These ETFs generate higher income by selling call options on their holdings, making them suitable for TFSA, RRSP, or non-registered investors seeking enhanced yield with lower growth potential.
4 Best High-Yield ETFs in Canada
The best high-yield ETFs in Canada include ZWC.TO (~0.70% MER), XHY.TO (~0.55%), VDY.TO (~0.22%), and FIE.TO (~0.85%). These ETFs generate income through dividends, bonds, and covered call strategies, making them suitable for TFSA, RRSP, or non-registered investors seeking higher yield with added risk.
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