A father-and-son team from Hamilton has struck gold—literally—by uncovering the latest bonus prize in the Great Canadian Treasure Hunt near Nipissing Falls in Cobalt, Ontario. The pair earned six one-ounce gold coins valued at over C$34,000 after successfully decoding a clue and arriving in the hunt area at 2 a.m. to begin a grid-style search. Their persistence paid off when they found the hidden Treasure Box just after midday.
This win is part of a larger national treasure-hunt event offering more than C$1.3 million in prizes, including monthly awards and a grand prize composed of 217 gold coins from a notable mine. Each bonus package provides clues to both the prize location and the grand treasure. With this successful find, the hunt continues and clues for the next prize location will be released soon.
The surprise discovery underscores the excitement and popularity of mining-themed exploration challenges, combining adventure, history, and potentially life-changing rewards. It also highlights the enduring attraction of Ontario’s mining regions—not just for their mineral wealth, but for the stories and adventures they inspire.