2022 – 1 Dollar Loonie Canada

The 2022 Canadian one-dollar coin, commonly known as the “Loonie,” features the iconic image of a common loon floating on water with an island in the background on its reverse side. This design by wildlife artist Robert-Ralph Carmichael has remained a symbol of Canada since its introduction in 1987. The coin is an 11-sided Reuleaux polygon, made of multi-ply brass-plated steel with a gold color, measuring 26.5 mm in diameter and weighing 6.27 grams. The obverse bears the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt with the inscription “ELIZABETH II D.G. REGINA.” The 2022 coin continues to include advanced security features like a laser mark above the loon shaped as a maple leaf, enhancing its counterfeit resistance. It is a practical and culturally significant coin representing Canada’s currency.