royal canadian mint

Coin Design

The Royal Canadian Mint approached X-ing Design to submit a design for their National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) commemorative circulation coin. The coin was introduced June 21, 2023. It celebrates the heritages, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada.

A first for a Canadian circulation coin, the design features the combined work of three artists: Megan Currie, English River First Nation, Myrna Pokiak (Agnaviak), Inuvialuit Settlement Region and Jennine Krauchi, Red River Métis.

An exceptional fusion of distinct artistic visions, the joint creation stunningly unites the artists’ expressions of their cultures, art and traditions and is an open invitation to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.

DESIGN - INSPIRATION | RATIONALE