CN Tower's 50th Birthday: New $2 Coin

0:00It's March 26. Welcome in. This is Toronto News Today, where local news meets AI. Toronto's famous sea and tower is marking its 50th birthday with a special $2 coin from the Royal Canadian Mint. The coin gets unveiled on March 31 on the tower's newly renovated main observation level just days before the April 2nd, 1975 opening anniversary. This everyday circulation coin shows a black and white image of the tower over thin raised lines plus maple leaves and skyline details. Unlike collector versions, you can use it for coffee, parking, or laundry without worry. The tower took 1,537 workers more than 40 months of round the clock effort to build. It opened to the public on June 26, 1976 and draws nearly 2 million visitors a year from everywhere. In pop culture, it starred on album covers and drawn thrill seekers for edge walks. A recent $21 million upgrade made the observation areas more modern and accessible for all.

1:04Officials will reveal the coin at 2pm on March 31, so plan to arrive early for security. Whether you spin this standout tuning or add it to your collection, it honors a true Canadian landmark.