GOLD PRICE IN NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR — AUGUST 2015
During August 2015, gold dealers serving Newfoundland & Labrador based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$1,429.40 to C$1,524.68 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$1,470.81. The month opened at C$1,429.40 and closed at C$1,498.01, a gain of C$68.61. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Newfoundland & Labrador.
DAILY PRICES — AUGUST 2015
| Date | Close (CAD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| August 3, 2015 | C$1,429.40 | +5.42 |
| August 4, 2015 | C$1,435.15 | +5.75 |
| August 5, 2015 | C$1,432.26 | -2.89 |
| August 6, 2015 | C$1,435.68 | +3.42 |
| August 7, 2015 | C$1,434.72 | -0.96 |
| August 10, 2015 | C$1,451.47 | +16.75 |
| August 11, 2015 | C$1,441.12 | -10.35 |
| August 12, 2015 | C$1,471.39 | +30.27 |
| August 13, 2015 | C$1,447.84 | -23.55 |
| August 14, 2015 | C$1,454.00 | +6.16 |
| August 17, 2015 | C$1,465.40 | +11.40 |
| August 18, 2015 | C$1,462.84 | -2.56 |
| August 19, 2015 | C$1,473.19 | +10.35 |
| August 20, 2015 | C$1,513.20 | +40.01 |
| August 21, 2015 | C$1,516.36 | +3.16 |
| August 24, 2015 | C$1,524.68 | +8.32 |
| August 25, 2015 | C$1,512.10 | -12.58 |
| August 26, 2015 | C$1,500.89 | -11.21 |
| August 27, 2015 | C$1,492.79 | -8.10 |
| August 28, 2015 | C$1,494.56 | +1.77 |
| August 31, 2015 | C$1,498.01 | +3.45 |
📊 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
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)
| Unit | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Per Troy Ounce (31.1g) | C$1,470.81 |
| Per Gram | C$47.29 |
| Per Kilogram | C$47,287.57 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$73.54 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$551.55 |
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