This August 18, 2026 report reviews Toronto retail gold rates using the latest saved ounce and carat references.
The Toronto report links a local reference to the broader Canada market and notes that final dealer prices vary by premium, fabrication and product availability.
Toronto Retail Gold Rates
| Asset Class | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | C$6 011,24 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | C$193,25 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | C$177,16 |
| 18K Gold (per gram) | C$144,95 |
| 14K Gold (per gram) | C$112,74 |
Useful Toronto Gold-Rate Reference Points
During fast market moves, quote timestamps matter because dealers may update at different intervals.
For a meaningful comparison, match the carat, net weight and product type before looking at the final quote. Jewellery, coins and bars may carry different charges even when their gold content is similar.
For resale: request a separate buyback quotation. It may differ from a retail reference because product condition and seller terms are not identical.
This update preserves a dated Toronto market reference; it does not replace a seller’s specific quotation.
Intraday gold price updates in Toronto
Today’s intraday summary
| Opening reference | C$6 097,90 |
| Latest price | C$6 011,24 |
| Intraday high | C$6 097,90 |
| Intraday low | C$6 011,24 |
| Daily change | -1,42% |
| Updates | 5 |
Gold prices remain stable in Toronto — August 18, 2026 6:24 AM
The 24K gold reference in Toronto was unchanged to C$196,03 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at C$6 097,90. The move from the immediately previous update was 0,00%, and the latest price is in line with the first saved reading of the day by 0,00%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | C$6 097,90 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | C$196,03 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | C$179,71 |
| 18K Gold (per gram) | C$147,04 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move lower in Toronto — August 18, 2026 9:34 AM
The 24K gold reference in Toronto declined to C$195,85 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at C$6 092,07. The move from the immediately previous update was 0,10%, and the latest price is below the first saved reading of the day by 0,10%. This is the lowest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | C$6 092,07 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | C$195,85 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | C$179,54 |
| 18K Gold (per gram) | C$146,90 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move lower in Toronto — August 18, 2026 12:44 PM
The 24K gold reference in Toronto declined to C$195,83 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at C$6 091,66. The move from the immediately previous update was 0,01%, and the latest price is below the first saved reading of the day by 0,10%. This is the lowest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | C$6 091,66 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | C$195,83 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | C$179,53 |
| 18K Gold (per gram) | C$146,89 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move lower in Toronto — August 18, 2026 6:28 PM
The 24K gold reference in Toronto declined to C$194,31 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at C$6 044,38. The move from the immediately previous update was 0,78%, and the latest price is below the first saved reading of the day by 0,88%. This is the lowest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | C$6 044,38 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | C$194,31 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | C$178,14 |
| 18K Gold (per gram) | C$145,75 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move lower in Toronto — August 18, 2026 10:47 PM
The 24K gold reference in Toronto declined to C$193,25 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at C$6 011,24. The move from the immediately previous update was 0,55%, and the latest price is below the first saved reading of the day by 1,42%. This is the lowest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | C$6 011,24 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | C$193,25 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | C$177,16 |
| 18K Gold (per gram) | C$144,95 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Understanding the local price
The displayed figure is a metal-value reference before product premiums, fabrication, taxes and dealer margins.
Compare like-for-like products by purity, weight, quote time and buyback terms before making a decision.
Frequently asked questions
How is the gold price calculated in Toronto?
The calculation starts with the global ounce price and the exchange rate to CAD, then applies the campaign’s local market settings.
When are gold prices updated?
Prices follow the campaign schedule, while actual dealer quotes may vary during the day because of premiums, taxes and retail margins.
Last updated: August 18, 2026 11:03 PM. Figures depend on configured price and exchange-rate sources, and local prices may vary.
