OTTAWA, Feb. 3, 2020 /CNW/ - The Royal Canadian Mint is unveiling its new Black History Month collector coin. The coin honours Fredericton-born, NHL trailblazer Willie O'Ree – the first black player to play in the NHL. The event will take place at Aberdeen Pavilion, on February 4, 2020 and will be attended by the legend himself, Mr. O'Ree. Where: Aberdeen Pavilion, TD Place

Lansdowne Park 1000 Exhibition Way

Ottawa, ON



When: Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Media and guest arrival: 10:15 a.m.

Remarks and unveiling: 10:35 a.m.



Who: Will O'Ree, NHL's Director of Youth Development and ambassador for NHL Diversity

Rob Knesaurek, NHL Group Vice President, Youth Development and Industry Growth

Marie Lemay, President and CEO, Royal Canadian Mint About the Royal Canadian Mint

The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown corporation responsible for the minting and distribution of Canada's circulation coins. The Mint is recognized as one of the largest and most versatile mints in the world, offering a wide range of specialized, high quality coinage products and related services on an international scale. For more information on the Mint, its products and services, visit www.mint.ca. Follow the Mint on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. SOURCE Royal Canadian Mint