GOLD PRICE IN PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND — MARCH 2005
During March 2005, gold dealers serving Prince Edward Island based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$515.46 to C$537.94 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$528.40. The month opened at C$537.14 and closed at C$518.56, a loss of C$18.58. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Prince Edward Island.
DAILY PRICES — MARCH 2005
| Date | Close (CAD) | Change |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2005 | C$537.14 | -1.63 |
| March 2, 2005 | C$535.89 | -1.25 |
| March 3, 2005 | C$534.58 | -1.31 |
| March 4, 2005 | C$534.76 | +0.18 |
| March 7, 2005 | C$534.44 | -0.32 |
| March 8, 2005 | C$533.73 | -0.71 |
| March 9, 2005 | C$533.31 | -0.42 |
| March 10, 2005 | C$532.47 | -0.84 |
| March 11, 2005 | C$537.94 | +5.47 |
| March 14, 2005 | C$532.63 | -5.31 |
| March 15, 2005 | C$532.30 | -0.33 |
| March 16, 2005 | C$533.68 | +1.38 |
| March 17, 2005 | C$526.88 | -6.80 |
| March 18, 2005 | C$527.29 | +0.41 |
| March 21, 2005 | C$521.85 | -5.44 |
| March 22, 2005 | C$521.48 | -0.37 |
| March 23, 2005 | C$516.79 | -4.69 |
| March 24, 2005 | C$516.22 | -0.57 |
| March 28, 2005 | C$519.04 | +2.82 |
| March 29, 2005 | C$515.46 | -3.58 |
| March 31, 2005 | C$518.56 | +3.10 |
📊 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$528.40 |
| Per Gram | C$16.99 |
| Per Kilogram | C$16,988.43 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$26.42 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$198.15 |
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