Top Canadian Covered Calls – October 2025
10 Best Canadian Covered Calls — October 2025 (Expires Fri, Oct 17)
How to Get This Month’s Picks
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- Complete the $25 CAD payment
- You will be emailed the current screener results (PDF included)
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For the October 17, 2025 expiry (the 3rd Friday of October), we screened TSX-listed optionable stocks for high-quality covered call setups using ROO %, Scouter Score, news sentiment, and liquidity filters. Each pick includes a quick positive plus a clear key risk to help you tune strikes and sizing.
What the Metrics Mean
- ROO % (Return on Option): premium yield for this expiry window (not annualized).
- Scouter Score (1–10): composite rank blending fundamentals, technicals, liquidity, and stability.
- News Sentiment (−1 to +1): recent article tone; positive values suggest market tailwinds.
Metrics are informational and may be delayed. Always confirm price/strike availability with your broker.
October 2025 Canadian Top Picks (Snapshot)
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#1AGI.TO – Alamos Gold
Snapshot: Price 104.96 CAD · ROO 2.68% · Strike 105.00 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.40
Positive: High-quality gold exposure; tradable near-ATM setups.
Key Risk: Gold-price volatility can swing assignment odds quickly. -
#2TOU.TO – Tourmaline Oil
Snapshot: Price 60.72 CAD · ROO 3.27% · Strike 60.00 · Scouter 8 · Sentiment 0.00
Positive: Quality E&P name; strong ROO for a monthly window.
Key Risk: Natural-gas pricing and weather-driven volatility can move the stock fast. -
#3BAM.TO – Brookfield Asset Management
Snapshot: Price 82.31 CAD · ROO 3.29% · Strike 82.00 · Scouter 8 · Sentiment 0.09
Positive: Diversified fee-based business; usually reliable option-chain depth.
Key Risk: Rate path and fundraising cycles can change multiples quickly. -
#4ATRL.TO – AtkinsRéalis Group
Snapshot: Price 104.96 CAD · ROO 2.68% · Strike 105.00 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.40
Positive: Backlog supports visibility; tradable strikes for systematic calls.
Key Risk: Project execution risk can trigger sharp moves and widen spreads. -
#5RY.TO – Royal Bank of Canada
Snapshot: Price 204.49 CAD · ROO 2.24% · Strike 206.00 · Scouter 6 · Sentiment 0.70
Positive: Blue-chip with deep liquidity; easier to roll/manage.
Key Risk: Credit-cycle headlines and provisions can cap upside in a short window.
Note
The headline says “Top 10,” but this archived snapshot contains 5 picks in the stored export. The current month’s list is available separately via the $25 CAD email delivery above.
How to Use This Shortlist
- Filter further by delta, open interest, and earnings timing.
- Balance ITM vs. OTM based on risk and income targets.
- Use the demo to explore filtering: demo.optrader.ca.
What to Do Now
- If you want the latest picks, register and purchase the current month: app.optrader.ca/register.
- Or explore the demo screener to build your own shortlist: demo.optrader.ca.
- Always verify earnings timing, option liquidity, and your strike distance before placing a trade.
- Decide your plan early: close at 50–80% profit, roll, or accept assignment.
Reminder: This page is an archived snapshot. Always refresh/verify before acting.
FAQ
Is this list current?
No. This is an archived snapshot from October 2025 for the Oct 17, 2025 expiry.
For the current month list, use the $25 CAD option above and you’ll be emailed the latest results (PDF included).
What does ROO % mean on this page?
ROO % (Return on Option) is the estimated yield from the covered call premium for this expiry window (not annualized).
Use with delta and ITM/OTM selection to balance income vs. assignment risk.
Can I screen for free?
Yes — use demo.optrader.ca to explore the screener and rebuild your own shortlist.