TSX Dividend Aristocrats

This is part of the Globe Investor curated watchlist series, where we highlight collections of stocks that may interest readers. Find the full collection here.

Dividends reward investors for owning shares. As a part owner of the company, shareholders are entitled to cash payments from profits.

What we picked

In this Watchlist we look for companies with a track record of steadily increasing dividends for at least five consecutive years without any cuts. The result is a selection of some of Canada’s best known companies that are attractive to income-seeking investors due to their steady dividend growth.