Government of Canada appoints interim Master of the Royal Canadian Mint

From: Department of Finance Canada

News release

April 2, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - Department of Finance Canada

The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly qualified candidates who can best serve the interests of Canadians, through open, competency-based selection processes for all Governor-in-Council appointments.

In keeping with this commitment, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, announced the interim appointment of Simon Kamel as Master of the Mint for an 8-month term. A selection process is currently underway, and a permanent Master of the Mint will be announced when it concludes. 

Quick facts

  • As the Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation, the Master of the Mint reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for providing leadership and direction in all aspects of the Corporation's activities, business performance and strategic development. The Board of Directors is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Finance.

  • 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.

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John Fragos
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Finance and National Revenue
John.Fragos@fin.gc.ca

Media Relations
Department of Finance Canada
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613-369-4000

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