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CANADIAN GOLD MAPLE LEAF — MARCH 2, 2006

🪙 99.99% Purity · GST/HST-exempt · RRSP/TFSA: Yes

C$668.99
Premium: C$25.73 (4.0%)

On Thursday, March 2, 2006, the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf was priced at C$668.99 in Canadian Dollars. This included the spot price of C$643.26 plus a typical dealer premium of C$25.73 (4.0% over spot). Gold rose C$3.52 (+0.55%) from the previous session.

The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is one of the world's most recognized gold bullion coins, produced by the Royal Canadian Mint since 1979. With 99.99% purity (four nines fine), it is the purest regular-issue gold coin in the world. The Maple Leaf features advanced security features including radial lines and a micro-engraved maple leaf. It is legal tender with a face value of C$50.

In 2006, gold in CAD traded between C$611.35 and C$791.71, with an annual average of C$684.64. This day's price was -6.0% below the yearly average and -18.8% from the year's high.

PRICE BREAKDOWN

ComponentCAD
Gold Spot (XAU/CAD)C$643.26
Premium (4.0%)+C$25.73
Canadian Gold Maple LeafC$668.99
Per GramC$21.51

CANADIAN DEALER PRICES — MARCH 2, 2006

Dealer1 oz Bar (CAD)Premium
KitcoC$708.26C$65.00
Sprott MoneyC$721.26C$78.00
SilverGoldBullC$698.26C$55.00
TD Precious MetalsC$738.26C$95.00
Royal Canadian MintC$753.26C$110.00
Border GoldC$713.26C$70.00

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📊 Market Analysis — March 2, 2006

Gold has historically served as an effective hedge against inflation and currency depreciation in Canada. Central bank policies, including the Bank of Canada's interest rate decisions, directly influence the attractiveness of gold relative to fixed-income investments. Gold mining stocks on the TSX (Toronto Stock Exchange) — including Barrick Gold, Agnico Eagle, and Kinross Gold — offer leveraged exposure to gold prices. However, physical bullion provides direct price exposure without management risk, dilution, or operational challenges. Many Canadian financial advisors recommend a mix of both.

❓ 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

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%.

When to Buy and Sell Gold: Consider buying when gold-to-stock ratios are low and selling when gold exceeds your target allocation. Profit-taking near historical highs and reallocating to undervalued assets can lock in gains. Avoid panic selling during short-term dips — gold rewards patient holders.

⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$668.99
Per GramC$21.51
Per KilogramC$21,508.50
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$33.45
Per Tola (11.66g)C$250.87

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