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Canada drops commemorative FIFA World Cup $1 coins in circulation
Royal Canadian Mint releases colourized and standard editions of tournament coins as host nation prepares for 2026.
The Royal Canadian Mint has released two versions of the new $1 FIFA World Cup 2026 coin — a colourized edition and a non-colourized edition — with coins now in circulation. The coins commemorate Canada's role as co-host of the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament, alongside the U.S. and Mexico. The tournament runs June 11 to July 19, with Toronto and Vancouver among the 16 host cities. The coin was designed by Canadian artist Glen Green.