GOLD PRICE IN NORTHWEST TERRITORIES — NOVEMBER 2004
During November 2004, gold dealers serving Northwest Territories based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$512.45 to C$537.86 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$525.16. The month opened at C$522.42 and closed at C$536.01, a gain of C$13.59. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Northwest Territories.
DAILY PRICES — NOVEMBER 2004
| Date | Close (CAD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| November 1, 2004 | C$522.42 | +0.85 |
| November 2, 2004 | C$514.88 | -7.54 |
| November 3, 2004 | C$512.45 | -2.43 |
| November 4, 2004 | C$519.00 | +6.55 |
| November 5, 2004 | C$518.93 | -0.07 |
| November 8, 2004 | C$516.69 | -2.24 |
| November 9, 2004 | C$522.58 | +5.89 |
| November 10, 2004 | C$519.02 | -3.56 |
| November 11, 2004 | C$520.05 | +1.03 |
| November 12, 2004 | C$522.41 | +2.36 |
| November 15, 2004 | C$525.19 | +2.78 |
| November 16, 2004 | C$525.91 | +0.72 |
| November 17, 2004 | C$530.69 | +4.78 |
| November 18, 2004 | C$534.00 | +3.31 |
| November 19, 2004 | C$532.00 | -2.00 |
| November 22, 2004 | C$532.05 | +0.05 |
| November 23, 2004 | C$531.00 | -1.05 |
| November 24, 2004 | C$529.99 | -1.01 |
| November 29, 2004 | C$537.86 | +7.87 |
| November 30, 2004 | C$536.01 | -1.85 |
📊 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$525.16 |
| Per Gram | C$16.88 |
| Per Kilogram | C$16,884.26 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$26.26 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$196.94 |
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