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• iShares S&P/TSX Canadian Preferred Share Index ETF (CPD)
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• iShares U.S. High Yield Bond Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XHY)
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• Mawer Balanced Fund Series A (MAW104)
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Q: Hello, I would like to put some money into an ETF or mutual fund. Would be in for the long term +5 years.
Would these three be acceptable for dividend, stability and small growth? I’am retired and need income, but not interested in U.S. tax filing.
Would you invest in all three? Or do you have a better suggestion with one or two ETF’s ?
Thanks

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• Canadian National Railway Company (CNR)
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• Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited (CP)
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Q: Hi Peter, I am looking in buying cp or cnr. Any thoughts.? Thanks. Alnoor

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Read Answer Asked by Alnoor on November 29, 2017

• Whitecap Resources Inc. (WCP)
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• BMO Equal Weight Oil & Gas Index ETF (ZEO)
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Q: I have only one oil/gas stock WCP down 38% and a 1.6% position. I only have that because I feel I should have something in the sector. Lately I've noticed a disconnect between the price of oil and the stock price movement. I know WCP is one of 5I's favorites but I'm wondering if my lonely representation in the sector wouldn't be served better by ZEO which yields about the same. Opinion ?

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Read Answer Asked by Garth on November 29, 2017

• iShares Japan Fundamental Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) Common Class (CJP)
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Q: I keep hearing commentary that Japan is undervalued, would like some exposure. I have a high risk tolerance, Could you comment on a couple of Japan focused ETFs, maybe some analysis on how theyre differentiated and what type of investor is suitable for each.

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Read Answer Asked by Kuldar on November 29, 2017

• PIMCO Monthly Income Fund (Canada) Series A (PMO005)
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Q: What are your thoughts of this bond fund
For the long term 5 to 10 year’s
Do you have another mutual fund you like better for my rrsp account
Thanks for the help
Sam

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Read Answer Asked by Sam on November 29, 2017

• VanEck Russia ETF (RSX)
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Q: Hi 5I,
I recently read that Russia is the cheapest stock market in the world and its index has historically outperformed even that of the US. What would you say to this? Can you recommend a Canadian listed ETF or other way to play Russia? Thanks!

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Read Answer Asked by Rob on November 29, 2017

• ROBO Global Robotics and Automation Index ETF (ROBO)
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Q: Horizons is introducing a CAD-hedged version of the ROBO ETF this week. If buying ROBO in a non-registered account, would the Horizons ETF be better than the US version for tax considerations?

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Read Answer Asked by Gerry on November 29, 2017

• ABIOMED Inc. (ABMD)
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Q: Good Morning, while reading IBD I came across the company ABMD Abiomed and it peaked my interest. Could I get your opinion knowing the US is not your focus area. Thank you

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Read Answer Asked by David on November 29, 2017

• Miscellaneous (MISC)
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Q: Given a ten year hold position and wanting a low risk option would you recommend a basket of quality ETF's or solid dividend producing stocks like Canadian banks. Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Dennis on November 29, 2017

• Enbridge Inc. (ENB)
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Q: Do you see ENB as a potential tax-loss selling candidate for the remainder of this year, despite it not being on your list in your recent blog entry on the topic?

I have a 3% portfolio weighting of ENB in a taxable account and still wish to hold it long term, however as I have a small (7%) loss I'm contemplating selling it and buying it back at the beginning of January or thereabouts to offset some of this year's capital gains. Would you advise such a move for ENB right now, or is this all a bit too fancy (and/or risky)?

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Read Answer Asked by Peter on November 29, 2017

• Constellation Software Inc. (CSU)
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• Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (BEP.UN)
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• Methanex Corporation (MX)
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• Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN)
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• Agrium Inc. (AGU)
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• Magna International Inc. (MG)
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• Open Text Corporation (OTEX)
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• Thomson Reuters Corporation (TRI)
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Q: Peter I have 100'000inus funds I want to invest it in Canadian companies who pay dividens in us could you suggest say 8 to 10 stocks that you would consider for this I am retired and it is for income should we go south at any time
Thank you for your advice Pat

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Read Answer Asked by Patrick on November 29, 2017

• dynaCERT Inc. (DYA)
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Q: This small cap stock has had quite the drop in recent weeks. Are you aware of any recent news?
Thanks...Stan.

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Read Answer Asked by Stan on November 29, 2017

• CanWel Building Materials Group Ltd. (CWX)
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Q: May I have your input and opinion on CWX
This looks like a good investment with over 8% dividend paid quarterly
Thank you

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Read Answer Asked by Eric on November 29, 2017

• Miscellaneous (MISC)
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Q: Regarding capital gains on US stocks,is the tax paid to the US government? Can capital losses on Canadian stocks be applied against capital gains on US stocks?

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Read Answer Asked by Allen on November 29, 2017

• Golden Leaf Holdings Inc. (GLH)
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Q: Hi guys,

I have a friend who invested heavily in Golden Leaf Holdings and he is now wondering what to do with his gains. What are your thoughts on the company and how does it shape up for them in the future. And what the heck is the Exchange CNSX?

Thanks,

Richard

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Read Answer Asked by Richard on November 29, 2017

• Sylogist Ltd. (SYZ)
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• TELUS Corporation (T)
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• WSP Global Inc. (WSP)
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• CAE Inc. (CAE)
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• Shopify Inc. Class A Subordinate Voting Shares (SHOP)
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• Spin Master Corp. Subordinate Voting Shares (TOY)
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Q: have a little money since I sold TOY do not have above stocks. Following your balanced portfolio. Should I buy 1 rebuy TOY or hold? Also what are the future prospects of SHOP

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Read Answer Asked by Stephen on November 29, 2017

• Sylogist Ltd. (SYZ)
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Q: When is SYZ reporting & expectations?Thanks for u usual great services & views

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Read Answer Asked by Peter on November 29, 2017

• ECN Capital Corp. (ECN)
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Q: Hello,
ECN.TO keeps dropping in price every day so it is a frustrating hold from higher levels. I was wondering if you think it has the potential to become another GSY.TO in time in terms of returns?

Thank you.

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Read Answer Asked by brian on November 28, 2017

• Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (ATD)
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Q: Please comment on earnings. How does it look going forward?
Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Kevin on November 28, 2017

• Tahoe Resources Inc. (THO)
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Q: Hi there - I’m wondering why THO’s share price is languishing if they’ve been cleared to restart the mine. Is there anything else going on? I’m tempted to buy more.

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Read Answer Asked by Rick on November 28, 2017