Obverse: The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing a royal tiara. The inscription ELIZABETH II is at the top, and CANADA 1975 is at the bottom. Below the portrait is a stylized maple leaf – the national symbol of Canada.
Reverse: The center of the reverse depicts a canoeist paddling a Canadian-style canoe. Stylized lines in the background convey a sense of motion. At the top are the Olympic rings and the inscription Olympiade XXI Olympiad. On the left is Montréal 1976, and the denomination 10 Dollars is shown at the bottom.
About the coin: This coin belongs to the third of four series issued by the Royal Canadian Mint from 1973 to 1976. It was struck in 1974 as part of the 1976 Montreal Summer Olympics commemorative issue. The design highlights canoeing, one of Canada's traditional paddle sports. It is a collectible coin that reflects the Olympic spirit and Canada's contribution to hosting the Games.
