Media Advisory - ROYAL CANADIAN MINT TO UNVEIL CIRCULATION COIN COMMEMORATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 12, 2024 /CNW/ - The Royal Canadian Mint is unveiling a special two‑dollar circulation coin commemorating the 100^th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and their contributions supporting, defending, and representing Canadians at home and abroad. The launch of this new coin will take place at 17 Wing, located at Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg on September 18, 2024.

Where:	17 Wing / Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg
	Hangar 11
	715 Wihuri Road,
	Winnipeg MB R3J 3Y5
When:	Wednesday, September 18, 2024
	Media and guest arrival: 1:00 p.m.
	Remarks and unveiling: 1:30 p.m.
Who:	Marie Lemay, President and CEO, Royal Canadian Mint
	Phyllis Clark, Chair of the Royal Canadian Mint's Board of Directors
	Lieutenant-General Eric Kenny, Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force
	Colonel Margaret Jacula, Campaign Manager, Royal Canadian Air Force 2024

Accredited media interested in attending the launch event must register in advance at [email protected]. As the event takes place on a Canadian Forces Base, media are asked to bring one piece of photo ID and/or their media accreditation.

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]