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GOLD PRICE IN NEW BRUNSWICK — JANUARY 2008

C$899.98 avg/oz

During January 2008, gold dealers serving New Brunswick based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$852.20 to C$931.36 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$899.98. The month opened at C$852.20 and closed at C$923.90, a gain of C$71.70. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in New Brunswick.

DAILY PRICES — JANUARY 2008

DateClose (CAD)Change
January 2, 2008C$852.20+19.30
January 3, 2008C$856.70+4.50
January 4, 2008C$862.06+5.36
January 7, 2008C$864.33+2.27
January 8, 2008C$882.21+17.88
January 9, 2008C$887.94+5.73
January 10, 2008C$899.37+11.43
January 11, 2008C$913.57+14.20
January 14, 2008C$917.29+3.72
January 15, 2008C$917.22-0.07
January 16, 2008C$900.50-16.72
January 17, 2008C$905.62+5.12
January 18, 2008C$904.76-0.86
January 22, 2008C$913.98+9.22
January 23, 2008C$903.33-10.65
January 24, 2008C$909.39+6.06
January 25, 2008C$914.23+4.84
January 28, 2008C$931.36+17.13
January 29, 2008C$923.53-7.83
January 30, 2008C$916.00-7.53
January 31, 2008C$923.90+7.90

📊 Gold Market Analysis

For Canadian investors, understanding the relationship between the USD/CAD exchange rate and gold pricing is essential. A weakening Canadian Dollar amplifies gold returns in CAD terms, while a strengthening CAD can dampen returns even when USD-denominated gold rises. Geopolitical tensions — including trade wars, military conflicts, and sanctions — historically drive gold higher as investors seek safe-haven assets. The Canadian Dollar, as a commodity currency tied to oil prices, can weaken independently during global uncertainty, creating a double tailwind for gold priced in CAD.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Where can I buy gold in my province?

Most Canadians buy gold online from national dealers (Kitco, Sprott Money, SilverGoldBull) with insured shipping to any province. Some metropolitan areas have local coin shops. The Royal Canadian Mint operates a retail store in Ottawa, Ontario.

❓ 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.

💡 Canadian Gold Investor Guide

Portfolio Allocation: Most Canadian financial planners recommend allocating 5–15% of a diversified portfolio to gold and precious metals. This allocation provides downside protection during equity bear markets while maintaining growth potential during inflationary periods.

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.

⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$899.98
Per GramC$28.94
Per KilogramC$28,934.99
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$45.00
Per Tola (11.66g)C$337.49

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