In this article, we will take a look at the 10 Best Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy for the Next 5 Years.
On June 25, Canada’s main stock index held on to its early gains as strength in the metals, mining, and industrial sectors lifted the market. The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed up 0.33% at 34,850.21 after giving back some of its earlier gains during the trading session. Corbin Footitt, a portfolio manager at Verecan Capital Management, made the following comment:
“There is potential for Canada to sustain its outperformance, though a rebound in AI-driven stocks could see U.S. equities regain the lead.”
He added that the TSX’s recent strength has been largely driven by gold and a handful of technology stocks. “If either weakens, the market lacks broader depth,” he added.
Dividend-paying companies make up a significant share of the Canadian equity market. These businesses are typically well-established, financially sound, and operate stable businesses. Dividends also play an important role in long-term investment returns. They can help offset losses during market downturns while adding to total portfolio returns when markets are rising.
According to RBC Global Asset Management, dividends contributed an average of 3.2% annually to the S&P/TSX Composite Total Return Index over the 44 years through 2020. That accounted for about one-third of the index’s average annual total return.
The report also found that companies paying dividends have historically outperformed the broader index. In addition, dividend-paying stocks have generally experienced lower volatility than companies that do not pay dividends during the same period.
Given this, we will take a look at some of the best dividend Canadian stocks to invest in.
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Our Methodology:
For this article, we screened for dividend companies that trade on US exchanges. From that group, we focused on dividend stocks with consistent policies, sound balance sheets, and strong financials. Next, we identified stocks that are expected to grow their earnings by at least 10% over the next 5 years, and limited our final selection to companies that have recently reported noteworthy developments likely to impact investor sentiment. These stocks are also popular among analysts and elite hedge funds.
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10. Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:SVM)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 19
On June 25, Roth Capital raised its price recommendation on Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:SVM) to $14 from $13.75. It reiterated a Buy rating on the stock. The analyst said the move came after the company unveiled a development plan for the Chaarat ZAAV project in Kyrgyzstan. According to Roth, Silvercorp is making a meaningful financial commitment to the project, a step the firm views favorably because of its long-term potential.
Silvercorp also delivered a strong finish to fiscal Q4 2026. The company kept production running through the Chinese New Year. It produced about 1.5 million ounces of silver and 2,492 ounces of gold, equal to roughly 1.6 million silver-equivalent ounces. The quarter also marked a record for revenue. Silvercorp generated $147.4 million after selling around 1.5 million ounces of silver, 2,623 ounces of gold, 13.6 million pounds of lead, and 3.9 million pounds of zinc. Revenue nearly doubled from the same quarter a year ago, largely because the average realized silver price climbed 183% to $78.6 per ounce. Silver made up 78% of the company’s total quarterly revenue.
The company’s cash cost per ounce of silver, net of by-product credits, improved to negative $1.92 from $2.49 a year earlier. This improvement was mainly driven by the adoption of a more mechanized and lower-cost shrinkage mining method.
Silvercorp Metals Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:SVM) is a Canadian mining company that produces silver, gold, lead, and zinc. The company focuses on acquiring, exploring, developing, and mining mineral properties.
9. Magna International Inc. (NYSE:MGA)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 25
On June 4, Citi raised its price recommendation on Magna International Inc. (NYSE:MGA) to $75 from $58. It reiterated a Neutral rating on the stock. The firm believes Magna stands to benefit from improving demand trends in North America and recent business wins. Even so, Citi sees the shares as fairly valued at current levels.
Earlier in May, TD Securities also increased its price objective on Magna to $76 from $75. It kept a Buy rating on the shares. The firm described the company’s first-quarter results as solid. Analyst Brian Morrison said in a research note that Magna is well-positioned to deliver results at the mid-to-high end of its guidance. TD also views the post-earnings pullback in the stock as a buying opportunity.
Magna International Inc. (NYSE:MGA) is a Canada-based mobility technology company. It supplies automotive components and systems, with expertise in body and chassis products, all-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive systems, transmissions, latches, mirrors, and contract vehicle assembly.
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