Border Gold vs CanAm Bullion
Border Gold vs CanAm Bullion
Border Gold is a respected British Columbia bullion dealer. Both Border Gold and CanAm are registered BULLION DNA dealers with the Royal Canadian Mint. Location is the clearest difference: Border Gold serves the West Coast from Surrey, while CanAm runs a Windsor counter in Southwestern Ontario.
Quick answer
Border Gold Corp. is a registered BULLION DNA dealer with the Royal Canadian Mint, based in Surrey, BC. CanAm is a dedicated dealer with a Windsor, Ontario walk-in counter, live per-product pricing, and insured Brink's vault storage in Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary.
For Ontario buyers who want a nearby counter and three-city vaulting: CanAm. For West Coast buyers close to Surrey: Border Gold.
Border Gold and CanAm side by side
| Consideration | CanAm Bullion | Border Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Canadian Mint status | Registered BULLION DNA dealer | Registered BULLION DNA dealer |
| Walk-in location | Windsor, ON counter | Surrey, BC |
| Live price on every product | ✓ | ✓ |
| Insured vault storage | Brink's in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary | Storage arrangements offered |
| Direct bullion phone line | 1-877-513-9399 | General channels |
| Currency exchange under same ownership | ✓ | ✗ |
| GST/HST on 99.5%+ gold | Exempt (investment-grade) | Exempt (investment-grade) |
Border Gold Corp. appears on the Royal Canadian Mint's dealer directory as a registered BULLION DNA dealer, listed in Surrey, British Columbia.
What actually changes with a dedicated dealer
Southwestern Ontario collection
CanAm's Windsor counter suits Ontario buyers who prefer to collect in person rather than ship across the country.
Insured Brink's storage in three cities
Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary vaulting is available through Brink's.
Currency exchange under one roof
CanAm Currency Exchange offers FINTRAC-regulated CAD and USD conversion under the same ownership.
Where CanAm fits
CanAm carries physical inventory in Windsor, publishes a live price on every product, stores metal with Brink's in Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary, and employs people whose entire job is precious metals.
Buying gold partly as a hedge against a weaker Canadian dollar? CanAm Currency Exchange handles FINTRAC-regulated CAD and USD conversion under the same ownership.
Browse physical bullion at CanAm
- Buy Gold Bullion — full gold range with live per-product pricing.
- Gold Bars — from one gram through ten ounce, across major refiners.
- Buy Silver Bullion — silver coins, bars, and rounds.
- Compare bullion providers — see how CanAm stacks up against other dealers and banks.
Frequently asked questions
Is Border Gold a Royal Canadian Mint authorized dealer?
Yes. Border Gold Corp. is listed on the Royal Canadian Mint's dealer directory as a registered BULLION DNA dealer in Surrey, BC.
Which is closer for Ontario buyers?
CanAm operates a walk-in counter in Windsor, Ontario. Border Gold is based in Surrey, British Columbia, which better serves West Coast buyers.
Can metal be vaulted?
CanAm offers insured Brink's storage in Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary.
Do I pay GST or HST on gold in Canada?
Investment-grade gold at 99.5% purity or higher and investment-grade silver at 99.9% purity are generally exempt from GST/HST in Canada. Numismatic and collectible pieces can be treated differently.
See the actual price before you buy
Every product at CanAm Bullion shows its live price. Royal Canadian Mint authorized, A+ BBB, 4.9 on Google, with insured Brink’s storage available.