This is our chosen symbol, the one that proudly tells the world who we are. With 10 different species found east to west and colours that change with the seasons, the maple leaf is an image of Canada that represents us well. Its shape makes it an easy-to-spot, easy-to-recognize national emblem – especially on this coin, where several maple leaves will multiply your appreciation for Canada’s natural beauty. The maple leaf is the star of the second coin in the 2020 O Canada! series. The new O Canada! series is a six-part celebration of what makes our homeland unique. Each coin features a different artist’s take on the icons and sights that have shaped this nation’s image and filled Canadian hearts with pride.

Designed by artist Virginia Boulay, the reverse celebrates a Canadian emblem through its depiction of a sugar maple branch with five leaves. The reverse includes the curve text “CANADA” above a maple flourish and the year “2020”. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.