Gold Price in Canadian Dollars Today
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Canada's Role in the Global Gold Market
Canada is one of the world's top five gold producers, mining approximately 200 tonnes per year. The Royal Canadian Mint produces the iconic Gold Maple Leaf, one of the purest (.9999) gold coins available.
- Production rank: #4 globally, with mines across Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia
- Major producers: Barrick Gold, Agnico Eagle, and Kinross Gold (headquartered in Toronto)
- Gold Maple Leaf: .9999 fine, introduced in 1979, face value of C$50
- No GST/HST on investment-grade gold (bars 99.5%+ purity, recognized mint coins)
- Gold ETFs (CGL, PHYS) can be held in TFSAs and RRSPs for tax-advantaged exposure
- Capital gains: 50% inclusion rate; gains within a TFSA are completely tax-free
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is gold a good hedge for Canadian investors?
Gold can serve as a portfolio diversifier for Canadian investors. Canada is also a major gold producer, so gold prices can impact the Canadian economy and the CAD exchange rate.
Is gold a good investment in Canada?
Gold has historically performed well for Canadian investors, partly because the Canadian dollar tends to weaken against the USD over long periods. Gold can serve as a hedge against inflation, currency depreciation, and economic uncertainty. However, it does not produce income, so it is typically used as a portfolio diversifier rather than a primary investment.
What is the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf?
The Gold Maple Leaf is a bullion coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint since 1979. It contains exactly 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine gold, making it one of the purest gold coins available. It carries a face value of C$50 and features the maple leaf on the reverse and King Charles III on the obverse. It is widely traded and accepted worldwide.
Is there tax on gold in Canada?
Investment-grade gold (bars of 99.5%+ purity and coins from recognized mints) is exempt from GST/HST in Canada. Capital gains on gold sales are taxable -- 50% of the gain is included in your income. However, gold held through eligible ETFs inside a TFSA is completely sheltered from capital gains tax.