Yup, attribution is the key here, doesn't matter whose name was on the account it matters whose money made the investment. Just be honest about it and you'll be fine. Capital gains are only taxed a 50% of the gain anyway, so your already getting a good deal. If you lie and the CRA gets you the penalties are not worth the minimal savings now.
Additionally, it sounds like you might have some old capital losses (just guessing by the tone of the OP). You can carry those losses forward to reduce these cap gains. Check your notice of assesment to see if you have some carryover. This assumes you've reported your capital losses in prior years.
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