GOLD PRICE IN ONTARIO — MARCH 2015
During March 2015, gold dealers serving Ontario based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$1,453.05 to C$1,511.38 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$1,484.35. The month opened at C$1,511.38 and closed at C$1,499.38, a loss of C$12.00. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Ontario.
DAILY PRICES — MARCH 2015
| Date | Close (CAD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2015 | C$1,511.38 | -4.73 |
| March 3, 2015 | C$1,509.70 | -1.68 |
| March 4, 2015 | C$1,498.71 | -10.99 |
| March 5, 2015 | C$1,485.83 | -12.88 |
| March 6, 2015 | C$1,453.05 | -32.78 |
| March 9, 2015 | C$1,470.01 | +16.96 |
| March 10, 2015 | C$1,464.16 | -5.85 |
| March 11, 2015 | C$1,458.47 | -5.69 |
| March 12, 2015 | C$1,467.65 | +9.18 |
| March 13, 2015 | C$1,462.74 | -4.91 |
| March 16, 2015 | C$1,478.14 | +15.40 |
| March 17, 2015 | C$1,466.75 | -11.39 |
| March 18, 2015 | C$1,472.30 | +5.55 |
| March 19, 2015 | C$1,467.54 | -4.76 |
| March 20, 2015 | C$1,504.81 | +37.27 |
| March 23, 2015 | C$1,494.59 | -10.22 |
| March 24, 2015 | C$1,492.13 | -2.46 |
| March 25, 2015 | C$1,497.70 | +5.57 |
| March 26, 2015 | C$1,509.63 | +11.93 |
| March 27, 2015 | C$1,497.28 | -12.35 |
| March 30, 2015 | C$1,493.80 | -3.48 |
| March 31, 2015 | C$1,499.38 | +5.58 |
📊 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
Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA): Buy a fixed CAD amount of gold each month — say C$500. This strategy reduces the impact of short-term volatility and removes the stress of timing the market. Over 10+ years, DCA has historically produced returns close to the annual average gold price.
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.
⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)
| Unit | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Per Troy Ounce (31.1g) | C$1,484.35 |
| Per Gram | C$47.72 |
| Per Kilogram | C$47,722.89 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$74.22 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$556.63 |
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