Why Invest in Gold in Canada

Gold has been a store of value since ancient times. It's remained valuable through conflicts, natural disasters, and economic problems. 

Nowadays, people can access all sorts of financial assets through online trading and investing platforms. With all these investments at people's fingertips, is it still a good idea to invest in gold? The answer is "yes."

Precious metals remain one of the most stable and reliable investments, even in the digital age. In fact, with the uncertainties and security concerns around online investments, investing in gold is arguably even more attractive today. 

Why Gold Remains a Good Investment

People can invest digitally, so why would they get physical gold? Gold has qualities that currencies and stocks can't match.

• A hedge against inflation: During inflation, paper money loses some of its value. Precious metals often do the opposite. They rise in value because people seek investments that aren't tied to currency. 
• A safe haven: Gold is also popular during disasters, wars, and economic problems. During such times, people look to gold because of its history of keeping its value. 
• Worldwide value: Gold has a global market. People everywhere recognize the value of gold. Sellers can get a similar price anywhere in the world for authentic, pure gold. 
• No counterparty risk: Countries can make new laws about currencies and trade, and CEOs can make decisions that affect stock values. Gold does not have any one person or group influencing its price. Rash decisions by a president or executive won't ruin the value of your gold portfolio. 

Gold is also very liquid. This means investors can sell gold quickly if they need to. Dealers like Sprott Money have a straightforward process for buying gold so that investors can rebalance their portfolios easily. 

10 Products to Easily Invest in Gold

Another advantage of gold is the choice of products. Investors aren't limited to heavy 1 kg bars.  Different sizes of coins, rounds, and bars make it easy to find the most cost-effective gold investment. 

Here are 10 excellent options for starting or adding to a gold portfolio. 

1 oz Royal Canadian Mint Gold Bar

This 1 oz bar comes from one of the world's most respected mints, the Royal Canadian Mint. It has all the necessary qualities, including .9999 purity and micro-engraving feature for easy authentication, making it easy to resell. Bars and coins like this one, from official government mints, are typically valued by investors and are easy to resell. 

2025 1 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin Royal Canadian Mint

The maple leaf design makes this coin from the Royal Canadian Mint one of the most recognizable coins on the market.  As a 1 oz coin, it follows the spot price on the global gold market. But, because it's from a well-known mint and has a famous design, it also commands a premium. A premium is the cost above the spot price. It covers the minting costs and also the collectible value of the coin. 

2025 1 oz Gold Lunar Year of the Snake Bar

This Lunar New Year-themed bar is from the PAMP Suisse Mint. It is part of a series of 12 bars, each celebrating a different animal on the 12-year Chinese calendar cycle. Such bars and coins often have collectible value because production is limited. In this case, it will be 12 years before the design can be minted again.  

1 Kilo Gold Bar Royal Canadian Mint

1 kg gold bars are often the image people have when thinking about buying gold. Because of the higher cost of heavier bars, it's very important to get a bar like this to ensure full value. This bar is from the Royal Canadian Mint, which makes it easier to prove authenticity. Also, it is 99.99% pure gold. 

2025 1/10 oz Gold Maple Leaf Coin Royal Canadian Mint

This coin is 1/10 oz, so it is a good entry point for new gold investors. Coins like the Maple Leaf are also convenient because they make it easier to rebalance a gold portfolio. You can buy or sell a few coins to add or subtract value from your portfolio. This kind of rebalancing isn't possible with heavier bars or coins. 

2024 1/10 oz Gold Britannia Charles III Coin Royal Mint

This 1/10 oz Gold coin is an example of a collectible investment. It is one of the first coins from the Royal Mint to show King Charles III. The other side has an image of Britannia, the female character who represents Great Britain. Britannia coins are popular and easy to resell.

2024 25 g (25 x 1g) MapleGram Gold Maple Leaf Coins

This collection of 25 1 g gold coins offers a chance to invest in gold without committing to a single bar or coin. These coins from the Royal Canadian Mint can be sold individually or kept as a set. 

50 x 1 g Gold Valcambi Combibar™

These unique microbars from Valcambi Suisse come in a set of 50. They weigh 1 g each. These products are easy to store and marked for individual resale, making them a great option for people who want flexibility and control over the size of their gold portfolio. 

1 g PAMP Suisse Gold Lady Fortuna Bar

This gold bar, minted by PAMP Suisse, is popular due to its design, which features a Roman goddess holding a cornucopia. PAMP Suisse puts individual markings and serial numbers on its bars, making it easy to prove authenticity. 

2022 1/10 oz Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin

Coins like this 1/10 oz one are popular with collectors who value design. It was one of the most sold coins in the world in the 1990s, and it remains in demand. It shows that coins can double as collectibles and stores of value. 

Find the Best Way to Invest in Gold with Sprott Money

Sprott Money has a diverse menu of gold products. It's easy to find something that fits your budget and investment plans. More importantly, Sprott Money is a respected name in the industry. All our products are investment-grade gold (99.99% pure) from well-known mints in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and elsewhere in the world. 

We also buy gold and offer storage solutions so that you can invest in gold without having to secure your coins and bars yourself. 

Visit our site to look through our selection of gold products and find the best options for your needs.