1 oz 2026 150th Anniversary of the Royal Military College of Canada Proof Silver Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

The Royal Military College of Canada: 150 years of contribution to Canada.

Since 1876, the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) has delivered education, training, and research of the highest calibre, earning international recognition and a reputation as a military university of academic excellence. That legacy is embodied by more than 26,000 graduates who have risen to the highest levels of service in Canada’s armed forces, public institutions, and beyond.

As RMC marks its 150ᵗʰ anniversary and looks to the future, this 99.99% pure silver coin pays homage to a national institution and its enduring contributions to Canada and the world. From defending the nation to exploring new frontiers—including the stars—RMC continues to inspire the next generation of leaders to serve with integrity, courage, and vision.

Honouring 150 years of leadership in service to Canada.

COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• A national institution turns 150. Celebrate 150 years of the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC), a national institution that strives to instill the Canadian Armed Forces ethos and values to the next generation of leaders.
• Storied past, bright future. From the flag to the stars representing astronaut alumni—the symbolic elements on your coin’s reverse honour RMC’s 150-year legacy and role in shaping Canada’s story, both military and civic.
• Proud legacy. This 1 oz. 99.99% pure silver coin speaks to pride in the remarkable achievements of RMC graduates across all fields, and throughout the military university’s 150-year history.
• Inspired by the RMC flag. The banner with the motto “TRUTH DUTY VALOUR” is based on the RMC flag, which was also the inspiration for the National Flag of Canada.
• Special anniversary keepsake. A great anniversary keepsake for RMC students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters.
• A limited collectible. Only 6,500 coins are available worldwide.
• 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 black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.

DID YOU KNOW?

On your coin’s reverse, the image of the Canadian flag is used symbolically: its design was inspired by the RMC flag and first proposed by Dr. George Stanley, then Dean of Arts at RMC, linking the College directly to the creation of Canada’s most recognized symbol. On both flags, the red-and-white stripes were inspired by the Canadian General Service Medal (1866-1870).

Marking the 150ᵗʰ anniversary (“1876-2026”) of the Royal Military College of Canada, the reverse design by artist Neil Hamelin features the National Flag of Canada flying over the iconic RMC clock tower, accompanied by the RMC flag’s banner and motto, “TRUTH DUTY VALOUR”. The five stars represent former RMC cadets who went on to become Canadian Space Agency astronauts—Navy Capt. Marc Garneau, Col. Chris Hadfield, Maj. Michael McKay, Col. Jeremy Hansen and Col. Joshua Kutryk—while also symbolizing the collective achievements of all RMC graduates, whose contributions to Canada continue to extend far beyond the horizon. 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.