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Holding on to the Legacy of Bluenose

  • Oct 26, 2021
  • History
  • 5 MINUTES READ

In a sea of animal-themed coin designs, the ship on Canada’s 10-cent piece instantly stands out. Those who don’t know the story of Bluenose may wonder why a two-masted schooner still resonates with us today, but generations of Canadians have carried the image of Bluenose in their pockets, and they also carry the ship’s story in their hearts. They know this treasured and iconic image as a representation of Canada’s maritime history and fishing industry, but in the minds of many Canadians, Bluenose means something more.

2021 anniversary of the launch of Bluenose commemorative 10-cent coins
2021 anniversary of the launch of Bluenose commemorative 10-cent coins

In a sea of animal-themed coin designs, the ship on Canada’s 10-cent piece instantly stands out. Those who don’t know the story of Bluenose may wonder why a two-masted schooner still resonates with us today, but generations of Canadians have carried the image of Bluenose in their pockets, and they also carry the ship’s story in their hearts. They know this treasured and iconic image as a representation of Canada’s maritime history and fishing industry, but in the minds of many Canadians, Bluenose means something more.

Bluenose
Bluenose captain, Angus Walters
2021 anniversary of the launch of Bluenose commemorative dimes
William J. Roué: The vision behind Bluenose

It was 100 years ago, on March 26, 1921, that Canada’s most famous schooner was launched at Lunenburg, N.S., where Bluenose quickly sailed into Canadian history. But the launch is just one chapter of an inspiring story.

Launching a legacy: Bluenose at 100

Imagine the excitement of seeing a newly built Bluenose take to the waters for the very first time! It happened 100 years ago, on March 26, 1921, at Lunenburg, N.S., where a large crowd of onlookers erupted into cheers when Bluenose was officially launched.

The Dime and its Colourful History

As 2021 takes us aboard the centennial journey of Bluenose, sail back in time to discover the stories our dime has shared through its designs in this blog.