Media Advisory -ROYAL CANADIAN MINT TO UNVEIL NEW $1 CIRCULATION COIN TO CELEBRATE FIFA WORLD CUP 2026(TM/MC) COMING TO CANADA

OTTAWA, ON, May 12, 2026 /CNW/ - The Royal Canadian Mint is unveiling a special one-dollar circulation celebrating Canada's role as one of the three Host Countries for the FIFA World Cup 2026^TM/MC. Embodying the spirit of the beautiful game, this coin will be unveiled on the pitch at Vancouver's BC Place, a fitting venue from which to kick off Canada's World Cup participation.

Where:	BC Place 777 Pacific Blvd. Vancouver (British-Columbia) V6B 4Y8
When:	Thursday, May 14, 2026 Media and guest arrival: 9:30 a.m. Guests and media are asked to allow extra time for their arrivals as they will be required to go through security upon entering the stadium. Remarks and unveiling: 10:00 a.m.
Who:	Victor Montagliani, Vice-President, FIFA and President, CONCACAF Phyllis Clark, Chair, Royal Canadian Mint Board of Directors Simon Kamel, Interim President and CEO, Royal Canadian Mint Peter Montopoli, Chief Tournament Officer, FIFA World Cup 2026, Canada

Accredited media interested in attending the launch event may register in advance at [email protected].

About the Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown corporation responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada's circulation coins. The Mint is one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, producing award-winning collector coins, market-leading bullion products, as well as Canada's prestigious military and civilian honours. As an established London and COMEX Good Delivery refiner, the Mint also offers a full spectrum of best-in-class gold and silver refining services. As an organization that strives to take better care of the environment, to cultivate safe and inclusive workplaces and to make a positive impact on the communities where it operates, the Mint integrates environmental, social and governance practices in every aspect of its operations. For more information on the Mint, its products and services, visit www.mint.ca. Follow the Mint on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

SOURCE Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)

For more information, please contact: Alex Reeves, Senior Manager, Public Affairs, Royal Canadian Mint, Telephone: [phone], [email protected]