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GOLD PRICE IN YUKON — MAY 2006

C$747.59 avg/oz

During May 2006, gold dealers serving Yukon based pricing on CAD spot prices ranging from C$707.33 to C$791.71 per ounce, with a monthly average of C$747.59. The month opened at C$732.72 and closed at C$707.33, a loss of C$25.39. Investment-grade gold (99.5%+ purity) remains GST/HST-exempt in Yukon.

DAILY PRICES — MAY 2006

DateClose (CAD)Change
May 1, 2006C$732.72+4.92
May 2, 2006C$736.29+3.57
May 3, 2006C$738.42+2.13
May 4, 2006C$747.49+9.07
May 5, 2006C$753.63+6.14
May 8, 2006C$753.85+0.22
May 9, 2006C$768.71+14.86
May 10, 2006C$775.55+6.84
May 11, 2006C$791.71+16.16
May 12, 2006C$788.58-3.13
May 15, 2006C$761.26-27.32
May 16, 2006C$765.49+4.23
May 17, 2006C$769.98+4.49
May 18, 2006C$760.88-9.10
May 19, 2006C$733.80-27.08
May 22, 2006C$733.67-0.13
May 23, 2006C$756.99+23.32
May 24, 2006C$713.31-43.68
May 25, 2006C$718.10+4.79
May 26, 2006C$720.42+2.32
May 30, 2006C$718.77-1.65
May 31, 2006C$707.33-11.44

📊 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

❓ 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.

❓ 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.

💡 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$747.59
Per GramC$24.04
Per KilogramC$24,035.54
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$37.38
Per Tola (11.66g)C$280.35

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