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• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS)
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• Fortis Inc. (FTS)
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• Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN)
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• Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (BIP.UN)
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Q: Having an Income portfolio including the above companies, I'm unsure of the effects of a potential increase in US rates in say December 2016 when at the same time the Bank of Canada holds rates or even maintains dovish tone signally near term rate cut. Will holding Canadian interest rates steady offset what would otherwise be negative pressure of a US rate increase on Canadian dividend paying stocks? Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Ian on October 24, 2016

• Miscellaneous (MISC)
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Q: Looking for your recommendation on leveraging 1 or 2 oil plays for 6 mos. to 1yr. My choices at present are SGY, BTE, CJ & BIR.
However, as this is not for long term, you may have other choices based on current debt & overall financial condition.
Thank you.

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Read Answer Asked by Robert on October 24, 2016

• Bombardier Inc. Class B Subordinate Voting Shares (BBD.B)
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Q: BBD.PR.B It seems to me that Bombardier cannot go broke - government support etc. Would this not mean that the preferred shares of BBD.PR.B ( cum redeemable ) are relatively safe? And if so why is the dividend so high (8.21%) ?

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Read Answer Asked by Lucy on October 24, 2016

• Miscellaneous (MISC)
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Q: I am a volunteer helping to invest funds conservatively for a not for profit. What GICs would you recommend that combine safety and return? Period to hold is about 18 months but we want cashable GICs. Thanks.

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Read Answer Asked by KENNETH on October 24, 2016

• Precision Drilling Corporation (PD)
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• Secure Energy Services Inc. (SES)
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• Calfrac Well Services Ltd. (CFW)
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• Trican Well Service Ltd. (TCW)
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Q: I feel like the oil sector is turning the corner and want look at some oilfield service companies. Which do you feel is a "safe" way to play this, looking for a "good" balance sheet and someone that isn't going to just issue equity as soon as their stock price runs up a bit. Please consider companies beyond those listed above.

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Read Answer Asked by Rob on October 24, 2016

• Miscellaneous (MISC)
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Q: Why would FP report the TSX is up 155.73pts.
Globe & Mail reports TSX up 92.12pts, as does i-Trade.
Yahoo has TSX up 90.77pts.
Thank you.
HD

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Read Answer Asked by Helen on October 23, 2016

• Concordia Healthcare (CXR)
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Q: Thoughts on Mark Thompson stepping down as CEO of Concordia?

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Read Answer Asked by Colum on October 21, 2016

• Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust (AD.UN)
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Q: Please recommend whether this is a hold or sell and your reasons.

Many thanks, Anne

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Read Answer Asked by Anne on October 21, 2016

• Nike Inc. (NKE)
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Q: I have a small position in NKE but it has a significant loss in stock value and corresponding options. Do you think I should persevere in keeping the stock or move on?

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Read Answer Asked by Linda on October 21, 2016

• Colabor Group Inc. (GCL)
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Q: Hello,
Colabor Group is up almost 12% today with heavy volume. Any news on this company? Is this a good time to get in?

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Read Answer Asked by Mike on October 21, 2016

• Concordia Healthcare (CXR)
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Q: I heard there were rumors of a takeover...

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Read Answer Asked by Brenda on October 21, 2016

• Concordia Healthcare (CXR)
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Q: up big this a.m. Thoughts??? Thx

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Read Answer Asked by blake on October 21, 2016

• iShares S&P/TSX SmallCap Index ETF (XCS)
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Q: I own the following Canadian small caps.
RRX, QST, XCS, BIP 191, SIS and GUD. I am considering selling BIP 191. Any other recommendations including ETF, mutual funds or individual stocks to purchase or sell any existing holdings ?

Thank You

Paul

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Read Answer Asked by paul on October 21, 2016

• DH Corporation (DH)
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• DHX Media Ltd. Common and Variable Voting Shares (DHX)
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• AirBoss of America Corp. (BOS)
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• K-Bro Linen Inc. (KBL)
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• Vecima Networks Inc. (VCM)
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Q: Could you suggest some candidates to buy during year-end tax loss selling, either from the 5i universe or more generally? I am considering BOX, DHX.B, VCM, KBL, DH. Your views on these five would be appreciated.

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Read Answer Asked by David on October 21, 2016

• Intrinsyc Technologies Corporation (ITC)
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• IntelliPharmaCeutics International Inc. (IPCI)
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Q: intrinsic software and intellipharma
are either one or both of these companies worth a speculative bet?
how would they rank compared to other specualtives opportunities such as czo

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Read Answer Asked by Gary on October 21, 2016

• CRH Medical Corporation (CRH)
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Q: Currently crh is less then 1% of portfolio. Debating to buy more at current prices to a full position of 5% but not sure if the current price is over valued currently.

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Read Answer Asked by Tim on October 21, 2016

• Tourmaline Oil Corp. (TOU)
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Q: Hi Peter and Ryan, please comment on Shell asset acquisition. Would it be wise to jump into a full position today or wait until the US election is over?
Many thanks.

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Read Answer Asked by Martin on October 21, 2016

• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS)
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• Exco Technologies Limited (XTC)
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Q: I am primarily building an income portfolio for retirement in 5-6 years. It will represent about 30-40% of my retirement income. Alongside this I like to invest in some equities for capital gains. My question revolves around the need for any value investments I have owned EFV for about 10 years and really has done nothing. I also own the Chou 100 and 102 funds. My question is whether or not you think to be properly diversified one should have some money in value investments. If so, what ones would you recommend.

Thank You

Paul

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Read Answer Asked by paul on October 21, 2016

• Canexus Corporation (CUS)
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Q: I would like to add some fixed income to my portfolio and am looking at Canexus Debenture "D" 6.5% due 12/31/21. What are your thoughts? How do debentures differ from bonds?
Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Glen on October 21, 2016

• Strathcona Resources Ltd. (SCR)
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Q: whats your take on scr Q4 results. hold on or tire fire. Im in at $.44 btw

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Read Answer Asked by Mark on October 21, 2016