History & Events

BIG THINGS ARE HAPPENING IN ALBERTA! - CELEBRATE THE CENTENNIAL FOR ALBERTA (1905-2005) Alberta and Saskatchewan joined Confederation in 1905 - long after Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario and Quebec had formed the Dominion of Canada in 1867...

2003 silver dollar is proof quality and is authorized by the Government of Canada. It has been expertly stuck by the Royal Canadian Mint and is limited to 30000 coins worldwide.This Fine Silver Proof Dollar contains 99.99% silver. It has a diameter of...

The story of Canada is forever being written by visionary individuals who have one eye trained on the horizon and are always ready to break a new trail towards the future. Confederation in 1867 sparked dreams of a transcontinental railway. While laying...

As long as there have been people on Earth, there have been explorers—pioneering individuals with one eye trained on the horizon, eager to know what lies beyond, and always ready to break a new trail towards the future. But their adventure never...

A commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the declaration of the Second World War, and a heartfelt tribute to Canadians who bravely contributed to their country’s war effort. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:Item...

History was made when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visited Canada in 1939. It was the first time a reigning monarch had ever travelled to North America. The royal tour was more than two years in the making; a grand, 29-day voyage across Canada from...

The Second World War was over. In the six years of conflict Canada had enlisted more than one million men and women in her armed forces. Of these, more than 45,000 gave their lives in the cause of peace and freedom. While Canada's contribution to the...

In 1967, the Royal Canadian Mint celebrated Canada’s centennial with a unique set of circulation coins that bore animal-themed designs by acclaimed artist Alex Colville. Now, as Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary, this special proof set pays...

It signifies a nation’s recognition of an exceptional act of bravery. Established in 1972, the Cross of Valour is the highest of Canada’s Decorations for Bravery, and the highest honour for individuals whose selfless actions are defined as...

2016 RCNA (Royal Canadian Numismatic Association) Proof Set (Numbered 142 of 200) Limited to 200 sets worldwide! NOT OFFERED THROUGH THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT   This is a special addition 2016 Canadian proof set that was only available at the RCNA...

Following an unprecedented era of expansion, the 20th century ushered in an era of consolidation and technological innovation in Canada’s railway history. The second coin in the Locomotives Across Canada series commemorates the end of the golden...

Created in 1967, the Order of Canada is one of Canada’s highest honours. It exists to recognize outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. As Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary, this fine silver coin...