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How many treasures are out there?
Thirteen in total. One grand prize worth $1 million in gold. Twelve bonus rewards worth $25,000 each.
All hidden across Canada. All waiting.
All prize values are based on the spot gold price as of May 28, 2025, and may fluctuate with market prices.
**Please note that no employee of Earthlabs, its subsidiaries, or our sponsors has knowledge of the Treasure’s location.**
Is the treasure actually real?
Yes. This is real gold—vault certified, physically held, and ready to claim.
What’s it hidden in?
Each treasure is secured inside a custom-made, tamper-proof box—built to withstand the elements and outlast your patience.
Inside, you’ll find an alphanumeric claim code. Redeem that code with us to claim your prize.
What’s it worth?
The prizes are made up of real, physical gold coins—each one a one-ounce piece of pure value.
Grand Prize: 217 one-ounce gold coins, worth approximately CAD $1,000,000. This is the ultimate treasure, a life-changing reward for the first person to crack all the clues and claim it.
12 Monthly Bonus Prizes: A total of 72 one-ounce gold coins, with 6 coins per prize (approximately CAD $27,000 each). These prizes give you more chances to win along the way and bring home real gold before the hunt is over.
Real gold. Real reward.
All prize values are based on the spot gold price as of May 28, 2025, and may fluctuate with market prices.
What exactly will I find if I uncover one?
Inside each treasure box:
- A unique alphanumeric code
- No maps, no riddles inside—just the code.
- Fill in this form to claim your prize.
Is it free to enter?
Yes!
The Great Canadian Treasure Hunt is completely free to enter. No purchase is necessary, just bring your sense of adventure.
Your journey begins with the poem on our homepage, crack its clues, and you’re on your way to the gold.
Where do I begin?
Start with the poem. Every line holds meaning. Follow the clues as they come. Trust your gut—but question everything.
What if no one ever finds it?
Then it stays hidden. Days, months, years—it won’t move.
The box waits for the right hands.
Will there be more clues over time?
Yes.
- New clues will be released monthly for at least the first 12 months
- Every clue is free and published on The Northern Miner, Mining.com, CEO.ca or our social accounts.
- Want all the clues early, in one spot? Subscribe HERE for exclusive first access and a collated clue list.
Is the treasure location accessible?
Yes. All treasure locations are accessible to the public without special gear or training. You won’t need to dig or trespass. This is a hunt, not a heist.
Does anyone know where the treasures are hidden?
Only one person knows the location of the grand prize.
The 12 smaller treasures? Each placed with the same level of secrecy. No one on the organizing team has access. Period.
**Please note that no employee of Earthlabs, its subsidiaries, or our sponsors has knowledge of the Treasure’s location.**
Where can I find the clues?
- Every clue is free and published on The Northern Miner, Mining.com, CEO.ca or our social accounts.
- Want all the clues early, in one spot? Subscribe HERE for exclusive first access and a collated clue list.
Do I need to pay to join the hunt?
No. The hunt is open to everyone. But subscribers get a head start.
Do I need treasure-hunting experience?
Not at all. Sharp thinking, perseverance, and maybe a good pair of boots will serve you better.
Will the poem be available in French?
Oui. The master poem is available in both English and French.
I noticed a mistake in the clues—was that on purpose?
Probably not. Typos aren’t clues… or are they?
How is the hunt kept fair?
- No one involved with organizing or sponsoring the hunt can participate.
- Only one person knows the prize locations.
- The boxes are secure, legal to access, and placed in publicly accessible areas.
- No one’s getting insider info. Everyone’s on equal ground.
Any tips for new hunters?
Take nothing at face value. Think laterally.
And if you think you’re close—you probably are.
How do I prove I found a treasure?
Each box contains a unique code.
Fill in this form to claim your prize.
If it checks out—you win. No back-and-forth.
What does the 30-day claim window mean?
You have 30 days from the moment you find the code to claim your prize. After that, it’s void. Time is part of the challenge.
Can I stay anonymous?
No. All agree to light publicity—photo, interview, your name in the Hall of Fame.
You found real treasure. Time to own it.
How will the public know it’s been found?
We’ll announce it—loudly, proudly, and with proof.
I’m outside of Canada—can I still participate?
No. The Great Canadian Treasure Hunt is open only to residents of Canada. You must be physically located in Canada at the time of participation and prize redemption.