Complete guide to buying gold, silver and platinum from Canada's most trusted precious metals dealer since 1977. Live pricing, expert strategies, and professional vault storage.
Kitco has served Canadian investors, collectors and institutions for over 35 years with competitive pricing, real-time spot data, and secure delivery options.
Based in Montreal since 1977, Kitco is the go-to dealer for Canadian precious metals investors. They offer live gold, silver and platinum pricing, multiple purchase formats, and professional storage solutions.
Understand the product lineup and how pricing works at Kitco Canada.
| Product Type | Purity | Size Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Bars | 99.99% (.9999 fine) | 1g to 1kg | Cost-efficient accumulation, long-term storage |
| Gold Coins | 99.99% (.9999 fine) | 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz | Liquidity, divisibility, gifting |
| Silver Bars | 99.9% (.999 fine) | 1oz to 100oz | Budget-friendly entry, bulk accumulation |
| Silver Coins | 99.9% (.999 fine) | 1 oz Canadian coins | Collectibility, legal tender status |
| Platinum | 99.95% pure | 1 oz bullion | Diversification, rare metal exposure |
Kitco displays spot price (global commodity price) plus their dealer premium. Premium ranges 2-8% depending on product, purity, and quantity. Larger purchases typically have lower premiums. Prices are locked when payment is confirmed.
Step-by-step process for Canadian customers purchasing precious metals from Kitco.
Choose your metals, quantities and format. Inventory updates as spot prices move.
Confirm available delivery, pickup and storage options directly with the dealer.
Review current accepted payment methods and applicable costs before checkout.
Retain order, shipping and product documentation with your records.
Keep records for tax purposes and choose a storage method suited to your circumstances.
How to safely store precious metals.
Consider physical security, insurance terms and record keeping before storing bullion at home.
Storage OptionConfirm access, insurance and ownership documentation requirements with the institution.
Dealer InformationConfirm current storage services, costs, insurance and terms directly with Kitco.
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Capital Gains: Precious metals are capital property. Gains above $250k/year taxed at 66.67% inclusion; first $250k at 50%.
GST/HST: Investment-grade precious metals (99.5%+ purity) are zero-rated — no sales tax on bullion coins and bars.
Record Keeping: The CRA requires documentation of all transactions. Save purchase receipts, certificates of authenticity, and storage records.