$5 from your purchase of the "Firefighters"coin, the first coin in the National Heroes series,will be donated to the Red Cross Alberta Fires Appeal (Fort McMurray)

Your pure silver coin is a poignant tribute to firefighters and the dangers they face every time they answer the call of duty. The background features a burning home while selective colour highlights the firefighter inthe foreground. He has just emerged from the house with the family dog—a heartwarming image that reflects the depth of a firefighter's commitment to preserve and protect all life.

A heartfelt way to recognize the valour and dedication of these men and women, who face dangereach day in the line of duty! Order today!

• FIRST coin in a new series that honours our everyday heroes, and pays tribute to their dedication to their community and beyond. Other coins in the series include: paramedics, police, and military.
• Selective colour over engraving brings tolife this depiction of a courageous firefighter inaction.
• Crafted in 99.99% pure silver, your coin is GST/HST exempt!

Designed by Canadian artist Ken Ryan, your coin uses selective colour over engraving to create a timeless portrait of a firefighter in the line of duty. In the engraved background, flames and smoke pour out of a residential home as the firefighter emerges in the foreground; he is depicted in full turnoutgear, including a red helmet with visor and a tan-coloured jacket with reflective yellow-green and silver trim. Beneath the visor, the firefighter'sself-contained breathing apparatus is visible—this protects him from the dangers of exposureand smoke inhalation in a fiery environment. In hisright hand, the firefighter holds a pike pole, usedto pull apart debris. His left hand cradles a dog that he has rescued from inside the home and is carrying to safety.

• There are an estimated 22,000 professional firefightersin Canada, and more than 85,000 volunteer firefighters.
• Firefighters must contend with much more than just fire—they are trained for search and rescue operations, hazardous materials, medical emergencies, auto accidents and more!
• …wherever flames may rage / give me strength to save a life / whatever be its age… These three lines speak of the selflessness of firefighting and are from A Firefighter's Prayer, which is well known amongfirefighters across North America.
• Until the 1800s, firefighters wore little protective gear, save for clothing to keep them warm; as such, few dared to enter a burning building.

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

Order your coin today!