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Author: Jason Phillips

Jason is a tried and true stock enthusiast who's been following the markets devotedly for the past five years. Jason enjoys learning about the unique role that businesses serve within our economy and how those businesses are able to use their strengths to tap into new and exciting opportunities that will enable them to grow bigger and stronger well into the future.

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Dividend Stocks

A Retirement Community Owner That Would Make a Good Fit for Your RRSP Retirement Portfolio

| Jason Phillips

Sienna Senior Living Inc. (TSX:SIA) is one of the largest owners of retirement communities and the largest long-term-care facility owner…

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Dividend Stocks

Do Cannabis Sales Pose a Risk to North America’s Beer Markets?

| Jason Phillips

Alcohol companies are starting to show weak results with marijuana legalization around the corner. Is this an opportunity for companies…

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Dividend Stocks

Which Canadian Life Insurer Offers Investors the Best Dividend Today?

| Jason Phillips

Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) is on a roll, once again reporting strong financial results in the first quarter. Is this…

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Dividend Stocks

Is it Time to Load Up on Molson Coors?

| Jason Phillips

Molson Coors Canada Inc. (TSX:TPX.A)(TSX:TPX.B)(NYSE:TAP) stock plummeted last week on a disappointing earnings report. Find out why now might be…

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Dividend Stocks

Understanding the Takeaways from Cenovus Inc.’s Q1 Earnings Report

| Jason Phillips

Cenovus Energy Inc (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) shares are 12.4% higher since its latest earnings report, which is surprising because on the surface…

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Dividend Stocks

PM Justin Trudeau Is Planning to Take Action on Behalf of Canada’s Struggling Energy Producers

| Jason Phillips

The CEO of Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) recently revealed that he expects Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau to make a…

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Investing

At What Price Does Canopy Growth Stock Become a Good Investment?

| Jason Phillips

There's no question that recreational marijuana will be a multi-billion-dollar industry. But at what price does Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks You Can Buy and Hold in Your TFSA Until 2030

| Jason Phillips

These three companies are vital to Canada's economy and pay attractive dividends that will help you take advantage of compound…

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Energy Stocks

These Top 2 TSX Stocks Soared More Than 40% Last Month

| Jason Phillips

These top two TSX stocks were up more than 40% during April. Find out why you should be paying careful…

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Dividend Stocks

Breaking Down Canadian National Railway’s Latest Earnings Report

| Jason Phillips

Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has been underperfoming peers for most of the past 12 months. Find out why.

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Dividend Stocks

A Closer Look at Great-West Lifeco Inc. and the Rest of Canada’s Life Insurance Industry

| Jason Phillips

A strong quarter has investors re-evaluating the Canadian life insurance landscape. Does Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) offer the best dividend,…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s Why the Market Has the Latest Line 3 Announcement and Enbridge Inc. All Wrong

| Jason Phillips

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) fell 5.3% in trading last week following a ruling by a Minnesota administrative court. But the news…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top Dividend Stocks You Can Buy and Hold Forever

| Jason Phillips

Albert Einstein once said that compound interest was the 'greatest mathematical invention of all time.' Find out how to make…

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Dividend Stocks

This Leading Hedge Fund Manager Is Recommending You Buy Oil Stocks

| Jason Phillips

Find out why a leading hedge fund manager is saying that the oil sector, and stocks like Crescent Point Energy…

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Bank Stocks

Getting Nervous About the Markets? Try This Strategy

| Jason Phillips

As the market cycle enters its ninth year investors are naturally becoming anxious. Find out if this strategy makes sense…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Ultra-Cheap Dividend Stocks You Can Buy for Your TFSA Today

| Jason Phillips

Following a prolonged slump, the energy sector is now one of the more attractive investments available anywhere in the market.…

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Dividend Stocks

These Top 5 Energy Stocks Have Absolutely Taken Off in April

| Jason Phillips

These five top energy stocks are all up by at least 12% for April entering Friday's trading, including Baytex Energy…

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Dividend Stocks

Think Renewable Energy Is the Next Big Thing? Try These Stocks on for Size

| Jason Phillips

As the world shifts towards renewable sources of energy for its power, Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and others stand…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Stocks From the Auto Sector That TFSA Investors May Want to Consider

| Jason Phillips

This might be the most exciting time for the auto sector in over 30 years. Find out the impact it…

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Giant Is Trading Near its 52-Week Lows

| Jason Phillips

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) has one of the best track records for dividend growth of any company on the TSX. Is…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Right Time to Be Investing in REITS?

| Jason Phillips

REITs like Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) are staples of many income-focused portfolios, including those living off retirement…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Suncor Energy Inc. Is a Better Buy Than Imperial Oil Ltd.

| Jason Phillips

Both Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Imperial Oil Ltd. (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO) make for great investments. Discover the three factors that make…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Warren Buffett Would Love This Stock

| Jason Phillips

Some stocks are boring, cheap, and have bright futures ahead of them. Find out why Intertape Polymer Group (TSX:ITP) deserves…

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Dividend Stocks

Avoid This Sector Until Further Notice!

| Jason Phillips

You'll want to find out why things may be getting worse for Rogers Sugar Inc. (TSX:RSI) and several others before…

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Dividend Stocks

Which Stock Is the Better Buy: Enbridge Inc. or TransCanada Corporation?

| Jason Phillips

Energy is one of the hottest sectors in the market today. Find out whether TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) or Enbridge Inc.…

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Dividend Stocks

Shaw Communications Inc. Is Making Big Moves in Canada’s Telecom Space

| Jason Phillips

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE: SJR) reported earnings last week that trounced analyst expectations. Is the company's big push into wireless…

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Dividend Stocks

Why 2018 Should Prove to Be a Great Year for This Dividend Aristocrat

| Jason Phillips

Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is coming off a strong year that helped the company raise its dividend by 10.3% in…

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Dividend Stocks

Corus Entertainment Inc. Reports 2nd-Quarter Results: Is it Enough to Turn This Company Around?

| Jason Phillips

Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) easily beat analyst expectations earlier this month in reporting its second-quarter results, but is company out…

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Investing

Which of These 2 Up-and-Coming Marijuana Companies Makes the Better Addition to Your Portfolio?

| Jason Phillips

Cronos Group Inc. (TSXV:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON) and MedReleaf Corp. (TSX:LEAF) each offer interesting and unique angles on how to play the marijuana…

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Dividend Stocks

Does Great-West Lifeco Inc. Offer Investors the Best Value Today Among Canada’s Life Insurers?

| Jason Phillips

Great-West Lifeco Inc.'s (TSX:GWO) dividend, at 4.72%, is considerably higher than those of its peers. Does that make it the…

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Dividend Stocks

Take Part in the Clean Energy Revolution With an Investment in Northland Power Inc.

| Jason Phillips

Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) is coming off a strong performance in 2017 which saw the company record record profits. Find…

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Dividend Stocks

An Options Strategy That Can Help You Add Yield While Reducing Your Risk

| Jason Phillips

Find out how to use a covered-call strategy in your trading account to help generate a little additional yield on…

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Investing

The Latest News on What’s Been Happening in Canada’s Marijuana Markets

| Jason Phillips

Marijuana stocks are down to start 2018, as the expected date for the drug to become legal has suffered a…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Growth Stocks You Can Bank On Being a Lot Bigger 10 Years From Now

| Jason Phillips

These three companies are currently experiencing growth rates far above their peers. Find out what makes Crescent Point Energy Corp.…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Shaw Communications Inc. a Buy Following Strong Q2 Earnings?

| Jason Phillips

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is coming off a great week that saw its stock gain 7.9% on the back of…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Reasons Why Teck Resources Ltd. Will Outperform the TSX This Year

| Jason Phillips

Following a 50% rise, Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) stock has cooled off of late, providing a great buying opportunity. Find…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top Energy Stocks to Outperform the TSX in 2018

| Jason Phillips

The energy sector has been one of the hottest corners of the market of late. Find out what has stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

Tips for Beginners: How to Trade Options

| Jason Phillips

Derivatives can be a cost-effective way to manage risk in your portfolio. Find out how to apply an options strategy…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Sectors That Are Outperforming the Market So Far in 2018

| Jason Phillips

Most markets are in the red to start the year, but certain sectors have been outperforming. Find out what's been…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Tips to Help You Avoid Losing Your Shirt in the Next Market Meltdown

| Jason Phillips

The S&P 500 shed more than 10% of its value in fewer than two weeks between January and February. Find…

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