Home›Provinces›Quebec›May 2017

GOLD PRICE IN QUEBEC — MAY 2017

C$1,693.16 avg/oz

During May 2017, gold dealers serving Quebec based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$1,662.83 to C$1,715.97 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$1,693.16. The month opened at C$1,709.75 and closed at C$1,713.41, a gain of C$3.66. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Quebec.

DAILY PRICES — MAY 2017

DateClose (CAD)Change
May 1, 2017C$1,709.75-15.68
May 2, 2017C$1,715.97+6.22
May 3, 2017C$1,708.40-7.57
May 4, 2017C$1,683.65-24.75
May 5, 2017C$1,684.25+0.60
May 8, 2017C$1,675.14-9.11
May 9, 2017C$1,662.83-12.31
May 10, 2017C$1,668.55+5.72
May 11, 2017C$1,676.41+7.86
May 12, 2017C$1,680.37+3.96
May 15, 2017C$1,685.34+4.97
May 16, 2017C$1,683.10-2.24
May 17, 2017C$1,711.75+28.65
May 18, 2017C$1,702.17-9.58
May 19, 2017C$1,704.11+1.94
May 22, 2017C$1,703.99-0.12
May 23, 2017C$1,692.96-11.03
May 24, 2017C$1,693.40+0.44
May 25, 2017C$1,684.39-9.01
May 26, 2017C$1,709.16+24.77
May 30, 2017C$1,700.48-8.68
May 31, 2017C$1,713.41+12.93

📊 Gold Market Analysis

For Canadian investors, understanding the relationship between the USD/CAD exchange rate and gold pricing is essential. A weakening Canadian Dollar amplifies gold returns in CAD terms, while a strengthening CAD can dampen returns even when USD-denominated gold rises. Geopolitical tensions — including trade wars, military conflicts, and sanctions — historically drive gold higher as investors seek safe-haven assets. The Canadian Dollar, as a commodity currency tied to oil prices, can weaken independently during global uncertainty, creating a double tailwind for gold priced in CAD.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Where can I buy gold in my province?

Most Canadians buy gold online from national dealers (Kitco, Sprott Money, SilverGoldBull) with insured shipping to any province. Some metropolitan areas have local coin shops. The Royal Canadian Mint operates a retail store in Ottawa, Ontario.

❓ 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.

💡 Canadian Gold Investor Guide

Storage Considerations: Home safe (for holdings under C$50,000), bank safe deposit box (limited insurance), or allocated vault storage through dealers like Kitco or Sprott Money (institutional security, insured). Each option involves different cost, convenience, and risk trade-offs.

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.

⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$1,693.16
Per GramC$54.44
Per KilogramC$54,436.28
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$84.66
Per Tola (11.66g)C$634.94

📚 Learn more: How to Buy Gold in Canada · Gold Tax Guide · 25 Year Price Analysis · All Guides