Dividend history
Waste Connections Inc
WCN.TO
Recent payments
$0.4900CAD
Ex: Aug 6, 2026
Pay: Aug 20
$0.4940CAD
Ex: Nov 5, 2025
Pay: Nov 20
$0.4340CAD
Ex: Aug 6, 2025
Pay: Aug 21
$0.4340CAD
Ex: May 7, 2025
Pay: May 22
$0.4520CAD
Ex: Feb 27, 2025
Pay: Mar 13
$0.4390CAD
Ex: Nov 7, 2024
Pay: Nov 21
$0.3930CAD
Ex: Aug 7, 2024
Pay: Aug 22
$0.3890CAD
Ex: May 7, 2024
Pay: May 23
$0.3850CAD
Ex: Feb 27, 2024
Pay: Mar 13
$0.3900CAD
Ex: Nov 7, 2023
Pay: Nov 28
What the Ex-Dividend Date Means for Investors
Waste Connections Inc (WCN.TO) went ex-dividend on August 6, 2026. If you bought shares on or after this date, you won’t receive the upcoming dividend payment. The declared dividend for this period is CA$0.49 CAD per share, payable on August 20, 2026. Knowing the ex-dividend date is important for anyone looking to benefit from dividend payments.
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Waste Connections Inc
WCN.TO
WCN.TO
Waste Connections Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$58.09B
P/E
39.7x
Div. yield
0.59%
Div. / share
$1.36
52W high
$260.62
52W low
$203.03
1W change
+0.63%
Beta
0.48
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering WCN
Wall Street analysts forecast WCN stock price to rise 8.7% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Moderately BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$254.81
+8.7% Upside
Current Price
C$234.50
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on WCN's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
25.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
26.1%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
+50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$280.35
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$248.88 | C$227.74 – C$271.99 |
| 60 trading days | C$264.15 | C$232.98 – C$299.48 |
| 90 trading days | C$280.35 | C$240.39 – C$326.95 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
Investor Takeaway: If you held Waste Connections shares before the ex-dividend date, you’ll see the CA$0.49 dividend credited to your account on the payment date. This dividend is part of the company’s quarterly distribution strategy, showing its commitment to returning value to shareholders.
CA$0.49 Dividend Payment
Waste Connections has a solid track record of consistent dividend payments, with 11 payments made over the last three years and six increases noted.
Understanding Ex-Dividend Dates
The ex-dividend date is crucial for investors in dividend-paying stocks. It’s the cutoff date set by a company to determine which shareholders are eligible for the next dividend payment. If you buy shares on or after the ex-dividend date, you won’t receive the upcoming dividend. In this case, since Waste Connections went ex on August 6, 2026, only those who owned the stock before this date will receive the CA$0.49 dividend.
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Waste Connections' Dividend History
Waste Connections has shown a strong commitment to returning value to its shareholders through regular dividend payments. With 11 payments over the last three years and six increases, the company maintains a stable dividend policy. The recent dividend of CA$0.49 is a slight decrease from the previous amount of CA$0.494, reflecting careful management of its payout amidst operational demands.
Dividend calendar
| Ticker | WCN.TO |
| Amount | CA$0.49 |
| Ex-dividend | 2026-08-06 |
| Record | 2026-08-06 |
| Payment | 2026-08-20 |
| Declared | 2026-07-22 |
| Trailing yield | 0.59% |
| Stock page | WCN.TO dividend history |
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