Calgary, Alberta, best known for their center of agribusiness, is home to over 1.2 million Canadians. With their broad financial market, residents are always looking for new methods of investing their money. The majority of people in Calgary invest in Gold and Silver bullion as a trustable source of growing wealth. People buy Gold…
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Is there tax on Gold and Silver in Canada?
When consumers are in the market for any type of product, Canada has a long-established goods and service tax that is 5% across the country and a harmonized sales tax that varies within provinces. However, investors often misunderstand the gap in tax structure when purchasing Gold and silver bullion in Canada. This blog aims…
Royal Mint Gold and Silver Products
The Royal Mint established itself over 1100 years ago and later became responsible for all circulation coins in the United Kingdom. Created in the 9th century, the Royal Mint is now one of the world’s oldest and most trusted institutions. Based in Llanstriant, South Wales, the Mint is also responsible for developing currencies for over…
Is it Better to Buy a 1 Oz Silver Bar or a 100 Oz Silver Bar?
As a result of its versatility, rarity, and luster, Silver is now one of the most desirable precious metals. Historically it had been used as money as the term Silver became interchangeable with the word for money in many languages. In French, both Silver and Money are called “argent”. For centuries, Silver had been used…
Asahi Refining and Their Products
Asahi Refining was established when the parent company, Asahi Holdings, acquired the world-renowned refinery, Johnson Matthey in 2015. Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1952, Asahi Holdings became a prominent company in the precious metals recycling business. This included the collection, recovery, and refinement of precious metals. Their acquisition of Johnson Matthey allowed Asahi to expand…