2026 100th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion Proof Gold Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

The Royal Canadian Legion: Past to present, reflected in Remembrance.

During The Royal Canadian Legion’s Centenary in 2026, they honour an organization born from the sacrifices of Canada’s earlier Veterans, those who answered the call in the First World War and paved the way for generations of service to come.

Complementing the 2026 Fine Silver Proof Dollar, this 99.99% pure gold coin embodies the Legion’s enduring mission: one half of the design is a First World War tableau, evoking Canada’s contribution to the Allied effort and war time sacrifices that gave rise to the Legion itself; the other shows two present-day Legion members in reflection. Featured in both scenes, the Poppy, that revered symbol, proudly protected by the Legion, symbolizes the unbroken cycle of Remembrance connecting generations of Canadians.

A historical reflection honouring a legacy of Remembrance.

COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• Reflecting on history. Marking the 100th anniversary of The Royal Canadian Legion, this 99.99% pure gold coin leans into the history of the Legion, with a design that honours its legacy of Remembrance, of service, of support.
• A complementary piece. Pairing beautifully with the 2026 Fine Silver Proof Dollar, this 99.99% pure gold coin expands on the story of The Royal Canadian Legion by presenting a historical perspective.
• Low mintage. Only 1,500 coins, a very low mintage, are available to collectors worldwide.
• A piece to treasure. With its deeply meaningful theme and design, this piece is for collectors of gold coins and history themes, and for all who support the Legion and its mission of serving Veterans, including serving military and RCMP members and their families, promoting Remembrance, and serving our communities and our country.
• Includes serialized certificate. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins.
• No GST/HST.

PACKAGING

Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a maroon Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.

OUTSTANDING DETAILS

Your coin is remarkably intricate for its size (20 mm). Every detail reflects a thoughtful investment of time and care, from the contrasting frostings to the storytelling elements they enhance.

DID YOU KNOW?

Officially incorporated by a special Act of Parliament in 1926, The Royal Canadian Legion was created to advocate for First World War Veterans and support their return to civilian life. In the decades after the Second World War and Korean War, the Legion evolved to meet changing demographics and needs. Membership expanded to include serving and retired Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Mounted Police members, their families, and eventually civilians. No longer just a Veterans’ club, the Legion became a community anchor, active in Remembrance, support and service, ensuring its mission lives on through all who honour Canada’s Veterans and their legacy.

Designed by Canadian artist Laurie McGaw, the reverse features a split image that honours The Royal Canadian Legion’s past, present and future, as the organization celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026. On the right is a depiction of two present-day Legion members in Legion dress reflecting on the past, which is represented by the scene on the left. This snapshot of history is filled with symbols representing Canada’s contribution to the Allied effort during the First World War and the sacrifices that gave rise to The Royal Canadian Legion: a Canadian infantryman, symbolizing the Army’s unifying effect and pivotal engagements like the Battle of Vimy Ridge; above him, the Royal Aircraft Factory Scout Experimental 5a (S.E.5a) aircraft flown by many Canadian aces during the war; and on the horizon, HMCS Niobe, a Diadem-class protected cruiser commissioned in 1910 into service with the newly formed Naval Service of Canada (later the Royal Canadian Navy). A Poppy in each half; one above, one below, represent an enduring cycle of Remembrance, connecting generations and honouring the pledge to never forget those who served and sacrificed in defence of freedom. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.

ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT

The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.