Welcome!
ONA Speakeasy on Zoom
This is an open night for everybody to talk about numismatics or anything else.
Everybody is welcome.
1st Monday of each month (including holidays)
7pm to 10pm
Meeting ID: 958 7743 1724
Passcode: 382388
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The Ontario Numismatic Association can also be found on facebook. Everyone is welcome to join us there!
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Welcome to the 64rd Annual O.N.A. Convention page.
This year's convention is being hosted by the
Ottawa Numismatic Society
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Ontario Numismatic Association 64rd Annual Convention - 2026 |
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Plans for our 64th annual convention are underway. Check back often for new information and updates as they become available.
We invite you to attend our next convention at Ottawa Conference & Event Center, Ottawa, ON
May 29 & May 30, 2026.
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WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU
IN OTTAWA!
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General / Hotel Booking Information
Please Join Us:
WHEN:
Friday, May 29th and Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Admission only $7/Day
See the program of events listing for a complete schedule.
WHERE:
CONVENTION HOTEL:
Hampton by Hilton Ottawa
100 Coventry Road
Ottawa, Ontario
K1K 4S3
Use this convient booking link to reserve your rooms
Hampton ONA Group Booking Link
Convention daily rate:
$229 plus taxes and hotel charges
Based on Single/Double Occupancy
Call the Hotel's direct line or their toll free Reservation Line, 1 (877) 504-0176 to make your reservations.-->
For individuals to receive the established Group rate, they MUST identify themselves as members of the Ontario Numismatic Association Annual Convention initially when making the reservation.
All reservations must be received by the cut-off date for the group rate otherwise they will be subject to availability and the regular rate.
CONTACTS:
If you would like further information, not available in these convention page tabs or need assistance in booking your room under the group rate, please contact:
Convention General Chairman - Robb McPherson by email
For a list of committee members please click on the Convention Committee tab.
Advanced Registration
HOW:
Register by sending in the completed Registration Form by mail (or email) along with a cheque (or pay by e-transfer) to the address noted at the bottom of the form. The Registration Chairman and the O.N.A. Treasurer will also accept completed forms at many of the local area coin shows or club meetings in Southwestern Ontario. Kits must be picked up at the convention during hours specified in the program of events.
Requests for additional items will be accepted during the registration period pending availability and combined with your existing order.
WHY:
We encourage you to get the most out of the two day event while also supporting the organization and its activities by purchasing a main registration kit, souvenir medal or banquet ticket. Less than 80 main registration kits will be made available this year on a first come first served basis.
Attractively priced Spousal and Young Numismatist kits (under 18) are also an excellent and affordable way to get the whole family involved and start the annual tradition of attending the O.N.A. convention together. Convention medals are highly sought after by many collectors given their extremely low mintage.
Banquet tickets are also in great demand with many attendees viewing the awards ceremony as the highlight of their entire weekend.
Advance registration provides far more benefits than just paying the daily Bourse admission and/or attending the many free events planned for the convention.
Get the VIP treatment with the exclusive Friday kick-off celebration consisting of the Bourse preview and welcome reception attended by registrants, dealers and dignitaries.
Access before the general public affords pass holders and registrants the luxury of being among the first on the sales floor while also freeing up precious time to participate in activities, socialize with collectors and attend important club and association meetings.
By taking advantage of this valuable benefit not only will you feel less hurried, there is a greater potential to find that special item(s) you have been looking to add to your collection or the right dealer if you are looking to sell.
Avoid disappointment by placing your order before the May 1, 2026 deadline as orders will not be processed after this date. Medals and Banquet tickets provided there are any still remaining, will be sold on a first come first served basis at the convention sales desk.
Registration is now open.
Convention Registration Form - For mail in or if using EMT
Convention Registration On-line through PayPal
2026 Convention Medal
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The Ontario Numismatic Association's 64th convention medal design was chosen by the convention committee from 13 different designs submitted by 3 ONA members.
This year's ONA Convention Medal will feature an image of a side view of the Library of Parliament. The design symbolizes both the history of Ottawa and its status as the seat of the federal government. Today, the library stands as one of the oldest buildings on Parliament Hill, along with the East Block and West Block. The library was covered in scaffolding from 2002 until 2006, as it went through a much-needed $52 million dollar renovation. The photograph used to create this medal, was taken shortly after the library was re-opened to the public, with tours resuming on 5 June 2006.
Congratulations to Sean Sinclair for winning the medal design contest for the 2026 ONA convention!
This was the winning entry and will be reworked and engraved by Matthew Bowen. The final medal image will be published in the March issue in time for ordering.
The convention medal is struck in three metals: .999 fine silver, brass, and copper; with cameo high-relief design features against mirrored proof-like fields.
Silver and Brass medals will be in short supply with a limited mintage.
Banquet
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Banquet Information |
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Saturday, May 30, 2026
6:30pm — Pre-Banquet Reception
7:00pm — Dinner
The Annual Banquet for 2026 will be held at The Lieutenant’s Pump
located at 361 Elgin Street in downtown Ottawa. The room has its own
bar, as well as several large-screen televisions making announcements
and presentations visible to everyone. The room will accommodate approximately
forty people, with the head table being located immediately
inside the entrance to the room. There is a minimum cost of $10
per person, and everyone pays for whatever they order. There is not a
predetermined cost for the meal..
Check the option on registration form for number of people attending.
Education Symposium
Education Symposium Information has not yet been announced.
Program of Events
Program of Events has not yet been announced.
Just For Juniors
The following events are taking place specifically for Youths under the age of 18 at this year’s convention.
Young Collectors 18 and under are encouraged to come to the Coin Show.
Saturday May 30 will have the Youth Booth, a table dedicated exclusively to juniors. There will be free and low cost items for sale to them. Coins, banknotes, tokens, Royal Canadian Mint products, and more!
Play the free match game and spin the wheel to WIN!
Saturday afternoon will have the Just For Juniors Youth Auction where kids receive play money to bid and win real items!
The Youth Program will be accepting donations of cash and numismatic items as the program is 100% funded by donation. Thank you!
For only $5.00 young collectors can pre-register for the convention, get their own badge and swag bag!
For more information, contact Cassidy Stroud, RCNA National Youth Coordinator, at coin-kids@rcna.ca
Exhibiting Information
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Interested in Exhibiting at the ONA Convention? |
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Please fill out and mail in the Exhibit Application form below.
For further information please contact our 2026 Exhibits Chairman, Sean Sinclair, by email at this link.
Dealer Information
Dealer information is not available.
Convention Committee
Convention Committee information is not available.
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