A new Change.org petition by Crystal Wiebe, titled “Change the Face of Our Money,” calls for a redesign of Canadian currency to feature portraits of notable Canadians instead of monarchs, reflecting the country’s diverse history.
A new petition on Change.org, started by Crystal Wiebe, is calling for a redesign of Canadian currency to better reflect the country’s rich and diverse history. Titled “Change the Face of our Money,” the petition aims to replace the current images of monarchs with portraits of notable Canadians who have significantly contributed to the nation.
The petition argues that while Canada’s currency has traditionally featured the monarch, this practice no longer fully represents the breadth of the nation’s history.
Wiebe points out that Canada is home to many exceptional individuals – scientists, artists, humanitarians, and Indigenous leaders – who have positively shaped the country and deserve recognition. Featuring their images on Canadian money would not only pay tribute to their contributions, but also help cultivate a sense of national identity beyond ties to the monarchy.
“We believe this would be a step forward in reflecting the diversity, accomplishments, and national pride of Canada,” the petition states The petition is hosted on Change.org, a platform known for empowering everyday people to create and support campaigns for change. Change.org, funded entirely by individual supporters, prides itself on being free from political influence. As of Oct. 7, the petition has received 5,421 signatures, aiming for a total of 7,500.
