1OZ GOLD BAR โ NOVEMBER 10, 2015
๐ช 99.99% Purity ยท GST/HST-exempt ยท RRSP/TFSA: Yes
On Tuesday, November 10, 2015, the 1oz Gold Bar was priced at C$1,479.69 in Canadian Dollars. This included the spot price of C$1,443.60 plus a typical dealer premium of C$36.09 (2.5% over spot). Gold fell C$2.87 (-0.20%) from the previous session.
1oz gold bars are produced by refiners worldwide, including the Royal Canadian Mint, PAMP Suisse, and Valcambi. Canadian investors favour bars from LBMA-approved refiners, which ensure quality and resale value. Investment-grade gold bars with 99.5%+ purity are GST/HST-exempt and eligible for RRSP/TFSA registration in Canada.
In 2015, gold in CAD traded between C$1,377.42 and C$1,619.26, with an annual average of C$1,479.36. This day's price was -2.4% below the yearly average and -10.8% from the year's high.
PRICE BREAKDOWN
| Component | CAD |
|---|---|
| Gold Spot (XAU/CAD) | C$1,443.60 |
| Premium (2.5%) | +C$36.09 |
| 1oz Gold Bar | C$1,479.69 |
| Per Gram | C$47.57 |
CANADIAN DEALER PRICES โ NOVEMBER 10, 2015
| Dealer | 1 oz Bar (CAD) | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Kitco | C$1,508.60 | C$65.00 |
| Sprott Money | C$1,521.60 | C$78.00 |
| SilverGoldBull | C$1,498.60 | C$55.00 |
| TD Precious Metals | C$1,538.60 | C$95.00 |
| Royal Canadian Mint | C$1,553.60 | C$110.00 |
| Border Gold | C$1,513.60 | C$70.00 |
๐ Market Analysis โ November 10, 2015
โ Frequently Asked Questions
โ Can I hold gold in my RRSP or TFSA?
Gold bars and coins with 99.5%+ purity from approved refiners can be held in a self-directed RRSP or TFSA through a qualified custodian. Storage is handled by approved vault facilities like those operated by the Royal Canadian Mint.
โ Is this product GST/HST-exempt in Canada?
Under the Excise Tax Act, investment-grade gold bullion with 99.5% or higher purity is exempt from GST/HST across all Canadian provinces. Products below this threshold (e.g., American Eagle at 91.67% gold) are subject to full provincial sales tax.
โ How should I store gold safely at home?
If storing at home, use a UL-rated fire-resistant safe bolted to concrete. Consider a rider on your home insurance policy. For larger holdings, allocated vault storage through Kitco Pool or Sprott Money provides institutional-grade security.
๐ก Canadian Gold Investor Guide
Storage Considerations: Home safe (for holdings under C$50,000), bank safe deposit box (limited insurance), or allocated vault storage through dealers like Kitco or Sprott Money (institutional security, insured). Each option involves different cost, convenience, and risk trade-offs.
Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA): Buy a fixed CAD amount of gold each month โ say C$500. This strategy reduces the impact of short-term volatility and removes the stress of timing the market. Over 10+ years, DCA has historically produced returns close to the annual average gold price.
โ๏ธ Unit Conversions (CAD)
| Unit | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Per Troy Ounce (31.1g) | C$1,479.69 |
| Per Gram | C$47.57 |
| Per Kilogram | C$47,573.07 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$73.98 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$554.88 |
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