Portfolio Value Update - October 2026

Portfolio Value
In October, my portfolio increased by $9,933, rising from $262,354 to $272,287. This was a welcome recovery after two consecutive months of declines. I continued adding to my long-term positions during the month and contributed another $300 to my TFSA, leaving $600 in remaining contribution room.

It was encouraging to see the portfolio move higher again after a difficult couple of months. While I don't put too much emphasis on short-term market movements, it's always nice to see some positive progress. My focus remains on growing the portfolio and building a reliable stream of dividend income over the long term.

 
Dividends
Dividends received in October 2026: $979.83
Dividends received in October 2025: $913.44
Year-Over-Year Dividend Growth: $66.39 or 7.27%
Year-To-Date Dividend Income: $9,793.36

Portfolio Value Update - September 2026

Portfolio Value
In September, my portfolio decreased by $7,243, falling from $269,597 to $262,354. Despite the decline, I continued to add to my long-term positions during the month. I also contributed another $300 to my TFSA, leaving $900 in remaining contribution room.

The continued decline in portfolio value isn't ideal, but I'm trying to keep my focus on the long term. Market fluctuations are a normal part of investing, and my primary goal remains building a portfolio that can generate an increasing stream of dividend income over time.

Dividends
Dividends received in September 2026: $1,001.96
Dividends received in September 2025: $891.33
Year-Over-Year Dividend Growth: $110.63 or 12.41%
Year-To-Date Dividend Income: $8,813.53

September was another strong month for dividend income, with my monthly dividends once again exceeding $1,000. I received $1,001.96 in dividends during the month, compared with $891.33 in September 2025.

Portfolio Value Update - August 2026

Portfolio Value

In August, my portfolio decreased by $8,308, falling from $277,905 to $269,597. Despite the decline, I continued to add to my long-term positions during the month. I also contributed another $300 to my TFSA, leaving $900 in remaining contribution room.

The decline in portfolio value was disappointing after several months of steady progress, but short-term fluctuations are part of investing. My focus remains on continuing to build the portfolio and growing my dividend income over the long term.

 
Dividends
Dividends received in August 2026: $1,000.50

Dividends received in August 2025: $885.67
Year-Over-Year Dividend Growth: $114.83 or 12.96%
Year-To-Date Dividend Income: $7,811.57

Portfolio Value Update - July 2026

Portfolio Value
In July, my portfolio increased by $4,408, rising from $273,497 to $277,905. The portfolio continued to make steady progress during the month as my long-term holdings delivered positive results. During July, I also contributed $300 to my TFSA, leaving $1,200 in remaining contribution room.

 
Dividends
Dividends received in July 2026: $998.66
Dividends received in July 2025: $874.57
Year-Over-Year Dividend Growth: $124.09 or 14.19%
Year-To-Date Dividend Income: $6,811.07

Portfolio Value Update - June 2026

Portfolio Value
In June, my portfolio increased by $6,042, rising from $267,455 to $273,497. The portfolio continued to make steady progress during the month as the broader market remained constructive and my long-term holdings delivered positive results. During June, I also contributed $300 to my TFSA, leaving $1,800 in remaining contribution room.

 
Dividends
Dividends received in June 2026: $993.84
Dividends received in June 2025: $855.93
Year-Over-Year Dividend Growth: $137.91 or 16.11%
Year-To-Date Dividend Income: $5,812.41