GOLD PRICE IN ALBERTA — JULY 2025
During July 2025, gold dealers serving Alberta based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$4,519.11 to C$4,703.38 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$4,569.49. The month opened at C$4,539.71 and closed at C$4,552.91, a gain of C$13.20. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Alberta.
DAILY PRICES — JULY 2025
| Date | Close (CAD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | C$4,539.71 | +32.51 |
| July 2, 2025 | C$4,568.11 | +28.40 |
| July 3, 2025 | C$4,526.68 | -41.43 |
| July 4, 2025 | C$4,523.20 | -3.48 |
| July 7, 2025 | C$4,532.89 | +9.69 |
| July 8, 2025 | C$4,519.11 | -13.78 |
| July 9, 2025 | C$4,526.43 | +7.32 |
| July 10, 2025 | C$4,539.53 | +13.10 |
| July 11, 2025 | C$4,583.05 | +43.52 |
| July 14, 2025 | C$4,586.19 | +3.14 |
| July 15, 2025 | C$4,563.39 | -22.80 |
| July 16, 2025 | C$4,598.42 | +35.03 |
| July 17, 2025 | C$4,572.36 | -26.06 |
| July 18, 2025 | C$4,605.65 | +33.29 |
| July 21, 2025 | C$4,668.77 | +63.12 |
| July 22, 2025 | C$4,703.38 | +34.61 |
| July 23, 2025 | C$4,617.44 | -85.94 |
| July 24, 2025 | C$4,585.07 | -32.37 |
| July 25, 2025 | C$4,547.78 | -37.29 |
| July 28, 2025 | C$4,534.16 | -13.62 |
| July 29, 2025 | C$4,564.46 | +30.30 |
| July 30, 2025 | C$4,539.60 | -24.86 |
| July 31, 2025 | C$4,552.91 | +13.31 |
📊 Gold Market Analysis
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Is gold taxed in Canadian provinces?
Investment-grade gold bullion (99.5%+ purity) is exempt from GST/HST in all Canadian provinces under the federal Excise Tax Act. However, provincial policies may vary for numismatic coins, gold jewelry, and gold items below the purity threshold.
❓ Does provincial tax rate affect gold investment returns?
While GST/HST-exempt gold itself is unaffected by provincial tax rates, the marginal tax rate in your province affects capital gains taxes when selling gold. Provinces with lower marginal rates provide a slight advantage for non-registered gold profits.
❓ What about capital gains tax on gold?
Gold sold at a profit outside registered accounts (RRSP/TFSA) triggers capital gains tax in all provinces. In Canada, 50% of the gain is included in taxable income at your marginal rate. Keep purchase receipts for adjusted cost base calculations.
💡 Canadian Gold Investor Guide
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.
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.
⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)
| Unit | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Per Troy Ounce (31.1g) | C$4,569.49 |
| Per Gram | C$146.91 |
| Per Kilogram | C$146,912.30 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$228.47 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$1,713.56 |
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