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 150^th 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.

Good to know

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

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).

Behind closed doors

"The stars represent the five RMC ex-cadets who became Canadian Space Agency astronauts: Navy Capt. Marc Garneau, Col. Chris Hadfield, Maj. Michael McKay, Col. Jeremy Hansen and Col. Joshua Kutryk. Their achievements have significantly contributed to Canada’s space exploration efforts.

While the depiction on the coin relates most directly to former cadets who became astronauts, it also encompasses the remarkable achievements of all graduates over 150 years of contribution to Canada—something alumni, faculty, staff and all Canadians who support this vital national institution, can take pride in."

– Neil Hamelin, Artist

"Graduates from RMC, Royal Roads Military College, and the Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean have served with distinction in every conflict and peacekeeping operations Canada has been involved in, as well as during times of national crisis or disaster.

This milestone is an opportunity to reflect on RMC’s contributions to Canada and the world, and to celebrate its evolution as a strong, proud, equitable, diverse, and inclusive national institution, where we strive to instill the Canadian Armed Forces ethos and values to the next generation of leaders.

I am deeply thankful for the generations of faculty and staff who have contributed to the education, support, and success of our graduates throughout their time here and beyond."

– Brig.-Gen. Pascal Godbout, 49^th Commandant of the Royal Military College of Canada

About the design

Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box.

Marking the 150^th 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.

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$20 Fine Silver Coin - 150th Anniversary of the Royal Military College of Canada (2026)

$20 Fine Silver Coin - 150^th Anniversary of the Royal Military College of Canada (2026)