Animals

Few animals are as emblematic of Canada’s rugged, unspoiled wilderness as the grizzly bear (Ursus arctos). Playing a complex role in the biodiversity of western and northern Canada, this largely solitary animal has long been revered as an important...

Few animals are as emblematic of Canada’s rugged, unspoiled wilderness as the grizzly bear (Ursus arctos). Playing a complex role in the biodiversity of western and northern Canada, this largely solitary animal has long been revered as an important...

To celebrate Canada’s rich biodiversity, the Royal Canadian Mint highlights the animal kingdom’s family bonds in a series that features endearing images of Canada’s baby animals. The sixth coin in this Young Wildlife series showcases a...

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization—UNESCO—was founded in 1945 and created its World Heritage Convention in 1972. This exciting new coin series by the Royal Canadian Mint pairs some of Canada’s most...

To view an elk or wapiti (Cervus canadensis) in the wild is to catch a glimpse of one of Canada’s most majestic animal species. Armed with impressive antlers that give it a stately air, the elk moves through the wilderness with a steady, confident...

  As the predominant deer species throughout western Canada and southern portions of the Yukon, the mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) roams the mountains, forests and grasslands in search of the grasses, foliage and lichen that sustain it. This...

A black footed ferret stands sure-footed and proud in this stylized design that highlights its slinky, weasel-like form with the prairie sun shining in the background.For centuries, the black footed ferret preserved the natural balance of Canada’s...

With its striking appearance and remarkable agility along the slopes of the Rocky Mountains, the bighorn sheep is a rugged Canadian icon and an enduring symbol of power and strength. This coloured fine silver coin celebrates a unique species that is...

A celebration of an iconic Canadian animal, and a beloved symbol that has come to represent the spirit of the Canadian wilderness. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSSRP: $99.95Item Number: 131203UPC: 6-23932-05753-1Composition: 99.99% pure...

Canada’s most beautiful and beloved species: the inimitable wolf. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:Item Number: 133912UPC: 6-23932-06169-9Composition: 99.99% pure silverMintage: 7,500Weight (g): 31.39Diameter (mm): 38Face...

Although the white-tailed deer is common across much of southern Canada, seeing one is still a special treat for nature lovers. A symbol of the elusive yet constant presence of nature in this land, the white-tailed deer is now available for viewing year...

Although the white-tailed deer is common across much of southern Canada, seeing one is still a special treat for nature lovers. A symbol of the elusive yet constant presence of nature in this land,the white-tailed deer is now available for viewing...