Looking for a delightful souvenir, an iconic Canadian memento, or a heartfelt expression of your love for this beautiful country? Look no further than the O Canada Gift Card Set, designed to help you cherish your 2023 memories of Canada. Encased within this easy-to-mail and easy-to-display card are five non-circulation Canadian coins from the year 2023, each offering a glimpse into Canada's rich character and natural heritage. Among these coins is an exclusive, specially themed gold-coloured $1 coin, a unique fusion of two beloved Canadian symbols—the moose and the maple leaf—on its reverse side. This exceptional pairing embodies the untamed spirit and vast wilderness that define Canada.

Within each 2023 Gift Set, be it for a baby, birthday, holiday, or the O Canada edition, the design not only captures the essence of Canada but also aligns perfectly with the theme of the set. The moose, with its iconic antlers, serves as a powerful symbol of Canada's vibrant wildlife and unspoiled landscapes, making it one of the nation's most cherished and emblematic creatures!

Good to know

The gold-coloured $1 coin in this set is an exclusive creation, specially minted for the 2023 O Canada Gift Card Set and not available separately
The special obverse of the five non-circulation coins showcases unique markings and the double date of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's reign
This set comes in an elegant card that you can personalize with your own heartfelt message
It includes a stylish envelope for quick and convenient mailing

About the $1 coin

The gold-coloured $1 non-circulation coin in each 2023 Gift Set (baby, birthday, holiday, and O Canada) boasts a playful moose design, embodying the spirit of Canada's themes and celebrating its identity.

About the moose

The moose is celebrated on the set’s $1 coin. Moose, iconic symbols of Canada's wild beauty, can thrive for 10 to 20 years and often weigh between 400 and 600 kilograms. At around 10 years old, a bull moose's antlers reach their full size, spanning about 1.5 meters and weighing over 20 kilograms. These majestic antlers make moose instantly recognizable in Canada.

These forest-dwelling herbivores have a varied diet, munching on maple leaves in warmer months and switching to twigs, tree bark, and shrubs during winter. Whether you encounter them in the wild or on a Canadian coin, moose are a captivating part of Canada's natural heritage.

About the design

The 2023 O Canada Gift Card Set offers an elegant gifting solution. The five non-circulation coins are safely encased in a blister pack within the gift card. Additionally, we've simplified the presentation and mailing of your personalized gift with the inclusion of a custom-designed envelope.

On the card's front, you'll find a lively and celebratory image with a burst of red, white, and gold-coloured fireworks that come together to depict the Canadian flag. "O Canada" and "2023" are prominently displayed in red text, and the $1 coin adds a creative touch by occupying the center of the "0."

Upon opening the dual-panel card, you'll discover a vibrant, deep red background adorned with firework graphics. On the left side, "Our home and native land" is prominently displayed in red text at the top of a white arch, just above a paragraph of Canadian facts. The right side of the card offers a glimpse of the reverse side of the five coins.

Flipping to the back of the card, you'll find a predominantly white background with a small grey firework graphic, adding to the festive charm.

The $1 piece: Coin obverse

The obverse of the coin showcases Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's effigy designed by Susanna Blunt. In addition, it carries a unique marking, featuring four pearls representing her four different effigies that have adorned Canadian coins, along with the double date signifying the span of her reign.

The $1 piece: Coin reverse

The O Canada Gift Card Set has an exclusive $1 non-circulation coin that features a reverse design by Canadian artist Steve Hepburn. A playfully patriotic representation of Canada, the design depicts a moose surrounded by maple leaves—including the national flag’s stylized maple leaf, which appears on the banner strung across the moose’s antlers.

As we focus our attention on commemorating the reign of Queen Elizabeth II (1952-2022), the Mint will not be issuing any 2023-dated Canadian circulation coins featuring both the traditional reverse designs and an obverse featuring Queen Elizabeth II. Instead, we are offering a collector’s edition of these annual issues that have been struck in limited numbers. These are non-circulation coins, meaning they are legal tender but not intended for general circulation. The obverse also bears a special marking that includes four pearls symbolizing the four effigies that have graced Canadian coins and the double date of her reign.

Product # 245880

O Canada Gift Coin Set (2023)