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CANADIAN GOLD MAPLE LEAF

Weight: 1 oz · Purity: 99.99% · Tax: GST/HST Exempt ✅

The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is produced by the Royal Canadian Mint and is one of the world's purest gold coins at 99.99% (four nines) purity — higher than the American Gold Eagle (91.67%) or South African Krugerrand (91.67%). Introduced in 1979, it features the iconic maple leaf on the reverse and Queen Elizabeth II (or King Charles III from 2024) on the obverse. The Gold Maple Leaf is legal tender in Canada with a face value of C$50, though its actual value is tied to the gold spot price. It is RRSP and TFSA-eligible.

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WHERE TO BUY IN CANADA

Available from: Kitco, Sprott Money, SilverGoldBull, TD Precious Metals, Royal Canadian Mint, and Border Gold. Compare prices using our dealer comparison table.

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📊 Gold Market Analysis

Gold demand in Canada has grown significantly over the past decade, driven by institutional investors, ETF flows, and retail buyers seeking portfolio diversification. The Royal Canadian Mint's Gold Maple Leaf remains one of the world's most widely traded bullion coins. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) like SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) and iShares Gold Bullion ETF (CGL.TO) offer paper gold exposure. However, physical bullion provides tangible ownership without counterparty risk. Canadian investors should weigh convenience (ETFs) against security (physical) when building gold allocations.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ What is the best size to buy for Canadian investors?

For most Canadian investors, 1oz gold bars or Canadian Gold Maple Leaf coins offer the best balance of premium and liquidity. Larger bars (10oz, kilo) have lower premiums per ounce but can be harder to liquidate in smaller amounts.

❓ 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.

💡 Canadian Gold Investor Guide

Physical vs Paper Gold: Physical bullion (bars, coins) provides tangible ownership with no counterparty risk, ideal for long-term holdings. ETFs (CGL.TO, MNT.TO) offer convenience for trading and rebalancing. A combination of both can optimize for both security and flexibility.

Tax-Efficient Gold Investing: Maximize TFSA contributions first — all gold gains are 100% tax-free. Then use RRSP for tax-deductible contributions where gains are tax-deferred. Keep non-registered gold purchases for emergency reserves, as the capital gains inclusion rate is 50%.