Platinum $1,613 USD /oz▼ $61.00 (-3.64%)Palladium $1,236 USD /oz▼ $63.00 (-4.85%)Rhodium $8,200 USD /oz▲ $100.00 (+1.23%)Copper $6.29 USD /lb▼ $0.0935 (-1.47%)Aluminum $1.44 USD /lb▲ $0.0140 (+0.98%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.49 USD /lb▼ $0.0374 (-0.50%)Lead $0.8100 USD /lb▼ $0.0031 (-0.38%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0163 (-1.00%)Gold $3,973 USD /oz▼ $85.70 (-2.11%)Silver $55.47 USD /oz▼ $2.36 (-4.07%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)Platinum $1,613 USD /oz▼ $61.00 (-3.64%)Palladium $1,236 USD /oz▼ $63.00 (-4.85%)Rhodium $8,200 USD /oz▲ $100.00 (+1.23%)Copper $6.29 USD /lb▼ $0.0935 (-1.47%)Aluminum $1.44 USD /lb▲ $0.0140 (+0.98%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.49 USD /lb▼ $0.0374 (-0.50%)Lead $0.8100 USD /lb▼ $0.0031 (-0.38%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0163 (-1.00%)Gold $3,973 USD /oz▼ $85.70 (-2.11%)Silver $55.47 USD /oz▼ $2.36 (-4.07%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)
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The State of Scrap Metal Recycling in Canada: 2026 Industry Overview Canada's scrap metal recycling industry has transformed dramatically in 2026, with digital marketplaces and auction platforms revolutionizing how automotive recyclers Charlottetown and across the country conduct business. The...
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Prices as of April 10, 2026 at 12:30 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟡 Market Mood: MIXED3 of 8 metals higher (Silver, Copper & 1 others); 3 lower (Gold, Platinum & 1 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,761/oz ▼ Silver — $75.85/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,200 · Pt ▼ $2,070 · Pd ▼ $1,5...
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SMASH Revolutionizes Canadian Scrap Metal Trading Through Verified Buyer Networks The Canadian scrap metal market underwent a significant transformation in 2026 as digital platforms revolutionized how recyclers connect with buyers across the country. Aluminum recycling Calgary operations and...
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Prices as of April 09, 2026 at 12:30 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟡 Market Mood: MIXED4 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 2 others); 2 lower (Copper, Aluminum). Jump to:Gold — $4,739/oz ▲ Silver — $74.22/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,200 · Pt ▲ $2,043 · Pd ▲ $1,562 Copper —...
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Understanding Provincial Scrap Metal Recycling Regulations in Canada Navigating scrap metal recycling regulations across Canadian provinces can significantly impact your bottom line when searching for the aluminum scrap price today or other metal values. Each province maintains distinct regulatory...
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Prices as of April 08, 2026 at 12:30 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟢 Market Mood: BULLISH5 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 3 others); 1 lower (Aluminum). Jump to:Gold — $4,777/oz ▲ Silver — $76.79/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,100 · Pt ▲ $2,062 · Pd ▲ $1,577 Copper — $5.77...
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Why Catalytic Converter Auctions Drive Higher Returns for Toronto Recyclers Catalytic converters contain some of the most valuable precious metals in the scrap industry — platinum, palladium, and rhodium. Canadian recyclers in Toronto and across Ontario are discovering that scrap metal auction...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of April 07, 2026 at 12:30 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🔴 Market Mood: BEARISH2 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Aluminum); 4 lower (Silver, Platinum & 2 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,670/oz ▲ Silver — $72.43/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,100 · Pt ▼ $1,948 · Pd ▼ $1,457 Copp...
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Auction vs. Broker: Understanding Your Scrap Metal Sales Options in Canada When tracking scrap metal prices today, sellers across Ontario face a crucial decision: auction your materials or work with traditional brokers. This choice significantly impacts your bottom line, especially in Toronto's...
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Prices as of April 06, 2026 at 12:30 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟡 Market Mood: MIXED1 of 8 metals higher (Platinum); 4 lower (Gold, Silver & 2 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,669/oz ▼ Silver — $72.98/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,100 · Pt ▲ $1,988 · Pd ▼ $1,479 Copper — $5.66/l...
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