Department of Finance Canada announced that the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, François-Philippe Champagne, has appointed Simon Kamel as interim Master of the Royal Canadian Mint for an eight-month term, while a selection process continues for a permanent Master of the Mint. The Master of the Mint is the Crown corporation’s chief executive officer, reporting to the Board of Directors and responsible for leadership across the Mint’s activities, business performance and strategic development. The Board is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Finance, and the Mint is responsible for minting and distributing Canada’s circulation coins.
Department of Finance (Canada) 2026-04-02
Canada's Department of Finance appoints Simon Kamel as interim Master of the Royal Canadian Mint for an eight-month term
The Department of Finance Canada announced the appointment of Simon Kamel as interim Master of the Royal Canadian Mint for an eight-month term while the selection process for a permanent Master continues. The Master of the Mint serves as chief executive officer of the Crown corporation, overseeing its activities, business performance and strategic development, with the Board accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Finance.