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GOLD PRICE IN SASKATCHEWAN — MAY 2025

C$4,550.83 avg/oz

During May 2025, gold dealers serving Saskatchewan based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$4,426.46 to C$4,715.20 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$4,550.83. The month opened at C$4,426.46 and closed at C$4,540.56, a gain of C$114.10. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Saskatchewan.

DAILY PRICES — MAY 2025

DateClose (CAD)Change
May 1, 2025C$4,426.46-143.30
May 2, 2025C$4,475.05+48.59
May 5, 2025C$4,576.98+101.93
May 6, 2025C$4,715.20+138.22
May 7, 2025C$4,655.98-59.22
May 8, 2025C$4,560.58-95.40
May 9, 2025C$4,644.38+83.80
May 12, 2025C$4,483.53-160.85
May 13, 2025C$4,528.06+44.53
May 14, 2025C$4,432.33-95.73
May 15, 2025C$4,502.22+69.89
May 16, 2025C$4,440.39-61.83
May 19, 2025C$4,505.15+64.76
May 20, 2025C$4,578.28+73.13
May 21, 2025C$4,603.00+24.72
May 22, 2025C$4,563.39-39.61
May 23, 2025C$4,661.28+97.89
May 27, 2025C$4,531.58-129.70
May 28, 2025C$4,548.46+16.88
May 29, 2025C$4,594.55+46.09
May 30, 2025C$4,540.56-53.99

📊 Gold Market Analysis

Market technicals for gold in CAD incorporate both the underlying commodity trend and currency movements. Support and resistance levels for XAU/CAD often differ from XAU/USD due to the additional variable of Canadian Dollar strength. The gold-to-silver ratio, currently fluctuating between 80:1 and 90:1, is watched closely by precious metals investors. Historically, ratios above 80 suggest silver is undervalued relative to gold. Canadian investors can use this metric to decide whether to overweight gold or silver in their bullion portfolios when purchasing from dealers like Kitco or Sprott Money.

❓ 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)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$4,550.83
Per GramC$146.31
Per KilogramC$146,312.37
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$227.54
Per Tola (11.66g)C$1,706.56

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