ONA 大会在 RAF 百年纪念活动中飙升

加拿大皇家空军 (RCAF) 成立 100 周年将于 4 月 19 日至 20 日在加拿大汉密尔顿举行的安大略钱币协会 (ONA) 大会上庆祝。加拿大战机遗产博物馆的蒂姆·斯皮德 (Tim Speed) 将在大会上发表关于二战盟军标志性轰炸机阿夫罗·兰开斯特轰炸机 (Avro Lancaster Bomber) 的主题演讲。此次活动还将推出限量版 ONA 奖章，该奖章以兰开斯特轰炸机为主题，由卡西迪·斯特劳德 (Cassidy Stroud) 设计、马特·鲍文 (Matt Bowen) 雕刻。

Ontario Numismatic Association Convention Celebrates 100 Years of the Royal Canadian Air Force

安大略省钱币协会大会庆祝加拿大皇家空军成立 100 周年

Hamilton, Ontario (April 18, 2024) - The Ontario Numismatic Association (ONA) Convention will take flight this weekend, April 19-20, at the Courtyard by Marriott in Hamilton, Ontario, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

安大略省汉密尔顿（2024 年 4 月 18 日）- 安大略钱币协会 (ONA) 大会将于本周末（4 月 19 日至 20 日）在安大略省汉密尔顿万怡酒店举行，以纪念加拿大皇家空军成立 100 周年（加拿大皇家空军）。

Keynote Speaker Highlights Iconic Lancaster Bomber

主讲人重点介绍了标志性的兰开斯特轰炸机

The convention's keynote speaker, Tim Speed of the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, will delve into the history and legacy of the legendary Lancaster Bomber, one of the most renowned Allied aircraft of World War II. Speed's presentation will provide a captivating insight into the role of the Lancaster in shaping the course of the conflict.

大会的主讲人、加拿大战机遗产博物馆的蒂姆·斯皮德（Tim Speed）将深入探讨传奇的兰开斯特轰炸机的历史和遗产，兰开斯特轰炸机是二战中最著名的盟军飞机之一。斯皮德的演讲将对兰开斯特号在塑造冲突进程中所扮演的角色提供引人入胜的见解。

ONA Medal Honors RCAF Heritage

ONA 奖章表彰皇家空军传统

At the heart of the convention is the unveiling of the ONA's commemorative medal, featuring a prominent depiction of the Avro Lancaster Bomber FM213 "Vera." Designed by Cassidy Stroud and meticulously engraved by Matt Bowen, known for his exceptional work with the Royal Canadian Mint, the medal pays homage to the RCAF's illustrious history and enduring spirit. The Department of National Defence has graciously granted permission to include the RCAF roundel on the medal, further enhancing its significance.

大会的核心是 ONA 纪念奖章的揭幕，奖章上突出描绘了 Avro Lancaster 轰炸机 FM213“Vera”。该奖章由卡西迪·斯特劳德 (Cassidy Stroud) 设计，并由因与加拿大皇家铸币厂的杰出工作而闻名的马特·鲍文 (Matt Bowen) 精心雕刻，向加拿大皇家空军的辉煌历史和不朽精神致敬。国防部慷慨地允许在奖章上添加皇家空军圆形图案，进一步增强了其重要性。

Exclusive Souvenir Banknotes and Book Auction

独家纪念纸币和书籍拍卖

In addition to the commemorative medal, a limited edition $5 souvenir banknote will be available in two variants. The first set of 101 serial-numbered banknotes will be given to convention registrants, while the remaining banknotes and 25 specimen notes will be available for purchase. Complementing the souvenir banknotes, ONA President Sean Sinclair will issue "special notes" at the president's reception.

除了纪念奖章外，还将推出两种限量版 5 美元纪念钞。第一套 101 张序列号纸币将赠送给大会登记者，其余纸币和 25 张样币可供购买。作为纪念钞票的补充，ONA 主席肖恩·辛克莱 (Sean Sinclair) 将在总统招待会上发行“特别钞票”。

The convention will also feature a Silent Book Auction, offering a selection of rare and valuable books from the ONA library. This auction provides attendees with a unique opportunity to acquire collector's items and support the preservation of numismatic history.

大会还将举办无声图书拍卖会，拍卖来自 ONA 图书馆的精选稀有珍贵书籍。此次拍卖为与会者提供了获取收藏品并支持钱币历史保护的独特机会。

Symposiums, Receptions, and More

研讨会、招待会等

The ONA Convention offers a diverse range of events, including three educational symposiums delving into numismatic topics such as female rule in Europe, promoting clubs effectively, and innovative coin photography. The convention also features a dealer bourse, where attendees can browse and purchase coins, banknotes, and other collectibles.

ONA 大会举办了各种各样的活动，包括三场教育研讨会，深入探讨欧洲女性统治、有效推广俱乐部和创新硬币摄影等钱币主题。大会还设有经销商交易所，与会者可以在那里浏览和购买硬币、纸币和其他收藏品。

Dealer and Public Access

经销商和公众访问

The dealer bourse will be open on Friday afternoon exclusively for dealers and convention registrants before opening to the public on Saturday. The bourse will feature a wide variety of numismatic items, from ancient coins to modern banknotes, creating an exceptional marketplace for collectors and dealers alike.

交易商交易所将于周五下午专门向交易商和会议注册者开放，然后于周六向公众开放。该交易所将展示从古代硬币到现代纸币的各种钱币物品，为收藏家和经销商创造一个特殊的市场。

ONA Welcomes the Public

ONA欢迎公众

The ONA Convention is not just for members; the Coin Show on Saturday is open to the public, offering a chance for individuals of all ages to explore the fascinating world of numismatics. Visitors can view the commemorative medal, browse the dealer bourse, and enjoy the educational symposiums. Admission to the Coin Show is $5.

ONA 公约不仅适用于会员，也适用于会员。周六的钱币展向公众开放，为所有年龄段的人提供了探索迷人的钱币世界的机会。参观者可以查看纪念章、浏览经销商交易所并参加教育研讨会。钱币展的入场费为 5 美元。

Schedule of Events

活动日程

Friday, April 19, 2024

2024 年 4 月 19 日星期五

• 12:00 pm: Security commences
• 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Dealer & Exhibitor Set-up
• 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Educational Symposium: "Three Centuries of Female Rule in Europe" (Sean Sinclair)
• 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Bourse Floor open to Registrants
• 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Registration table open for pick-up of registration kits
• 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Welcome/President's Reception

Saturday, April 20, 2024

12:00 pm：安保开始12:00 pm - 6:00 pm：经销商和参展商布置2:00 pm - 3:00 pm：教育研讨会：“欧洲三个世纪的女性统治”（Sean Sinclair）2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: 交易所楼层向注册者开放2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: 登记台开放供领取登记包7:00 pm - 11:00 pm: 欢迎/总裁招待会2024 年 4 月 20 日星期六

• 8:00 am - 5:00 pm: Registration table open for pick-up of registration kits
• 8:00 am - 10:00 am: Bourse Floor Preview open to Dealers, Exhibitors, and Registrants
• 9:00 am - 10:00 am: Educational Symposium: "Promote Your Club Effectively... on the Cheap" (Rick Dupuis)
• 10:00 am - 4:00 pm: Hospitality Suite open to Dealers, Exhibitors, and Registrants
• 10:00 am - 5:00 pm: Bourse Floor open to the public (Admission $5)
• 10:15 am - 11:30 am: ONA AGM & Club Delegates Meeting
• 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm: RCNA Coin Kids Auction
• 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Educational Symposium: "Polymer Money" (Bob Fritsch)
• 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm: Educational Symposium: "Edgy Coin Photos: Photographing a Coin's Third Side" (David Carpenter)
• 4:30 pm: ONA Silent Book Auction Ends
• 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Pre-Banquet Reception (Cash Bar)
• 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Annual Banquet, featuring keynote speaker Tim Speed

For more information about the ONA Convention and the 100th anniversary celebration of the Royal Canadian Air Force, visit the ONA website (www.onanumismatic.com).

上午 8:00 - 下午 5:00：登记台开放，供领取登记包 上午 8:00 - 上午 10:00：交易所楼层预览向经销商、参展商和注册者开放上午 9:00 - 上午 10:00：教育研讨会：“以低廉的价格有效地推广您的俱乐部”（Rick Dupuis）上午 10:00 - 下午 4:00：接待套房向经销商、参展商和注册者开放 上午 10:00 - 下午 5:00：交易所楼层开放向公众开放（入场费 5 美元）上午 10:15 - 上午 11:30：ONA 年度大会和俱乐部代表会议下午 12:00 - 下午 1:30：RCNA 硬币儿童拍卖下午 2:00 - 下午 3:00：教育研讨会：“聚合物” Money”（鲍勃·弗里奇）3:15 pm - 4:15 pm：教育研讨会：“前卫硬币照片：拍摄硬币的第三面”（David Carpenter）4:30 pm：ONA 无声图书拍卖结束 6:30 pm - 7:下午 00 点：宴会前招待会（现金吧）下午 7:00 - 晚上 11:00：年度宴会，主讲人 Tim Speed 欲了解有关 ONA 大会和加拿大皇家空军 100 周年庆典的更多信息，请访问 ONA网站 (www.onanumismmatic.com)。