The Royal Canadian Mint is paying homage to the diverse cultural heritage of Canada by introducing a $2 commemorative circulation coin to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.
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What makes this coin unique is that it is the first time three different artists have collaborated on a single reverse design, representing the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities.
The three talented women artists behind the artwork are Megan Currie, from the English River First Nation, Myrna Pokiak (Agnaviak) from the Inuvialuit Settlement Region, and Jennine Krauchi from the Red River Métis community. Their combined artistic vision offers a distinctive perspective on the rich heritage of these indigenous cultures, which all Canadians can embrace and honour on National Indigenous Peoples Day.
From left to right: Cassidy Caron, President of the Métis National Council, Dylan Whiteduck, Chief, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, English River First Nations artist Megan Currie, Red River Métis artist Jennine Krauchi, Natan Obed, President, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and Marie Lemay, President and CEO, Royal Canadian Mint unveil the National Indigenous Peoples Day $2 commemorative circulation coin at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa (June 20, 2023). (CNW Group/Royal Canadian Mint)
This inspiring coin will enter circulation today with a limited mintage of three million coins. Among these, two million will be coloured, adding a vibrant touch to the design.
FOR COLLECTORS
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Collectors can acquire the coloured and uncoloured circulation coins as part of a six-piece Collector Keepsake coin set. This set includes uncirculated versions of the 2023-dated circulation coins ranging from five cents to one dollar, beautifully displayed in a collector card, available for $24.95.
Other collector products celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day include Special Wrap Rolls featuring 25 coloured and uncolored two-dollar circulation coins ($54.95), a Special Wrap Roll Set ($79.95), and a 1 oz. fine silver version ($99.95) of the circulation coin design.
These collectibles can be ordered by contacting the Mint at 1-800-267-1871 in Canada, 1-800-268-6468 in the US, or online. They are also available at the Royal Canadian Mint’s Winnipeg boutique, as well as through the Mint’s global network of dealers and distributors, including participating Canada Post outlets.
If you instead try your luck, the circulation coin might reach you through change via bank branches and businesses.