1OZ GOLD BAR — FEBRUARY 27, 2026
🪙 99.99% Purity · GST/HST-exempt · RRSP/TFSA: Yes
On Friday, February 27, 2026, the 1oz Gold Bar was priced at C$7,331.96 in Canadian Dollars. This included the spot price of C$7,153.13 plus a typical dealer premium of C$178.83 (2.5% over spot). Gold rose C$73.85 (+1.04%) 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 2026, gold in CAD traded between C$5,917.63 and C$7,236.60, with an annual average of C$6,715.57. This day's price was 6.5% above the yearly average and -1.2% from the year's high.
PRICE BREAKDOWN
| Component | CAD |
|---|---|
| Gold Spot (XAU/CAD) | C$7,153.13 |
| Premium (2.5%) | +C$178.83 |
| 1oz Gold Bar | C$7,331.96 |
| Per Gram | C$235.73 |
CANADIAN DEALER PRICES — FEBRUARY 27, 2026
| Dealer | 1 oz Bar (CAD) | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Kitco | C$7,218.13 | C$65.00 |
| Sprott Money | C$7,231.13 | C$78.00 |
| SilverGoldBull | C$7,208.13 | C$55.00 |
| TD Precious Metals | C$7,248.13 | C$95.00 |
| Royal Canadian Mint | C$7,263.13 | C$110.00 |
| Border Gold | C$7,223.13 | C$70.00 |
📊 Market Analysis — February 27, 2026
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ 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.
❓ 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.
❓ 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.
💡 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 — 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.
⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)
| Unit | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Per Troy Ounce (31.1g) | C$7,331.96 |
| Per Gram | C$235.73 |
| Per Kilogram | C$235,727.65 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$366.60 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$2,749.49 |
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