2006

2006 Canada Specimen Set with Snowy OwlThis year, the magnificent snowy owl spreads its wings on the limited-edition one-dollar coin featured in the 2006 specimen set. The largest bird species in the arctic, Nyctea Scandiaca is also one of the most...

2006 BUTTERFLY COLLECTION SHORT-TAILED SWALLOWTAIL The fifth coin in this fascinating collection features a butterfly that can only be found in the Maritimes — the Short-tailed Swallowtail. As its name suggests, the tails on this butterfly are...

2006 Commemorative Holiday Coin Set features all Canadian coins including the 50-cent piece. The quarter has a unique image of Santa's sleigh with Rudolf pulling it. Red enamel is used on Santa's sleigh and hat, Rodolf's nose and collar, and the words...

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With their exciting loops, breathtaking rolls and awe-inspiring nine-jet formations, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds are arguably the pre-eminent aerobatic demonstration team in the world. Their distinctive red and white aircraft — often flying with...