Media Advisory - The Royal Canadian Mint Introduces a New 25-Cent Circulation Coin Commemorating the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812

Mint's Ottawa boutique to host local coin exchange

OTTAWA, Oct. 11, 2012 /CNW/ -

What:		The first coin in the Mint's series of commemorative circulation coins celebrating heroes of the War of 1812 starts circulating nation-wide on October 13, 2012 and the Royal Canadian Mint is hosting a coin exchange for the general public at its Ottawa boutique.
		Be among the first Canadians to get this 25-cent coin circulation coin honouring Major-General Sir Isaac Brock, a key historical figure from the War of 1812.
When:		Friday, October 12, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
		Saturday, October 13, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
		Sunday, October 14, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Where:		Boutique of the Royal Canadian Mint
		320 Sussex Drive
		Ottawa, Ontario

SOURCE: Royal Canadian Mint

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