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GOLD PRICE IN NEW BRUNSWICK — JANUARY 2025

C$3,916.47 avg/oz

During January 2025, gold dealers serving New Brunswick based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$3,809.34 to C$4,076.16 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$3,916.47. The month opened at C$3,822.06 and closed at C$4,076.16, a gain of C$254.10. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in New Brunswick.

DAILY PRICES — JANUARY 2025

DateClose (CAD)Change
January 2, 2025C$3,822.06+49.21
January 3, 2025C$3,809.59-12.47
January 6, 2025C$3,809.85+0.26
January 7, 2025C$3,809.34-0.51
January 8, 2025C$3,827.31+17.97
January 9, 2025C$3,858.50+31.19
January 10, 2025C$3,900.67+42.17
January 13, 2025C$3,853.82-46.85
January 14, 2025C$3,845.64-8.18
January 15, 2025C$3,892.84+47.20
January 16, 2025C$3,934.55+41.71
January 17, 2025C$3,950.64+16.09
January 21, 2025C$3,940.37-10.27
January 22, 2025C$3,969.49+29.12
January 23, 2025C$3,977.10+7.61
January 24, 2025C$3,993.31+16.21
January 27, 2025C$3,937.92-55.39
January 28, 2025C$3,984.47+46.55
January 29, 2025C$3,987.48+3.01
January 30, 2025C$4,064.84+77.36
January 31, 2025C$4,076.16+11.32

📊 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

❓ 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

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%.

⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$3,916.47
Per GramC$125.92
Per KilogramC$125,917.25
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$195.82
Per Tola (11.66g)C$1,468.68

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