Royal Canadian Mint

Unlike its counterpart in Winnipeg, which handles everyday coins, the Ottawa Mint is all about exclusivity and artistry. This is where Canada’s most valuable and visually stunning coins are born—think gold bullion coins, detailed silver coincollections, and intricately designed medals commemorating everything from Queen Elizabeth II to the Canadian maple leaf.

Each piece produced here carries exceptional purity—like the 1/10 oz and 1 oz gold maple leaf coin or silver maple leaf coins—crafted with precision and often issued in limited mintage runs. You’ll also get an up-close look at the steps involved in turning blank metal into a gleaming finished coin with sophisticated coin features and security technology.

Tours are small-group and intimate, led by knowledgeable guides who blend storytelling with behind-the-scenes access. You’ll walk past artists’ renderings, engraving rooms, and machines hard at work creating the next national masterpiece.

Guided Behind-the-Scenes Tours:

Learn how collector coins, fine gold medallions, and silver bullion are crafted from concept to coin.

See the World’s First Million-Dollar Coin:

A 100 kg pure gold masterpiece with 99.999% purity—minted right here.

Historic Architecture:

Step into the same building where the Mint began over a century ago in 1908.

Hold a Gold Bar:

Literally. A 99.99 pure gold bar is available for visitors to touch and lift—it's heavier than you’d expect.

On-Site Coin Boutique:

Shop exclusive releases, limited editions, and seasonal gold and silver pieces. You might even spot a polar bear design or a tribute to Canadian landscapes.

Interactive Learning Areas:

Explore detailed displays explaining the evolution of coin features, security innovations, and design techniques.