Philatelists have voiced their “deep concern” about Canada’s ongoing postal strike in an open letter to the country’s postal service and political officials. The strike, which began on Nov. 15, “is having a devastating impact on Canada’s philatelic community … and is hastening the decline of our postal service – a cornerstone of our nation’s history... Continue reading →
Long-time dealer Angelo Komatsoulis, the president of the Canadian Stamp Dealers Association.
The philatelic market in Canada has undergone “significant change” over the past year, during which time several challenges have risen, according to the president of the Canadian Stamp Dealers Association (CSDA). The dwindling number of clubs and dealers in certain regions of the country, as well as the increased cost of new issues, factor into... Continue reading →
PhilaJournal, the quarterly publication of the GTAPA, will cease publication when the organization dissolves on Dec. 31.
The Greater Toronto Area Philatelic Alliance (GTAPA), once a key organization supporting stamp collecting in Toronto and beyond, will officially dissolve on Dec. 31. “The GTAPA simply outlived its utility,” explains board member Garfield Portch. This decision was reached at a special meeting of the board of directors on July 24, where representatives from 12... Continue reading →
The Philatelic Specialists Society of Canada celebrated its 70th Anniversary Banquet in memorable fashion with special guest speaker Daniel A. Piazza, Chief Curator of Philately at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum in Washington, D.C. More than 50 attendees gathered at Toronto’s Old Mill Restaurant on Oct. 16 to enjoy Piazza’s captivating presentation, “UPU Specimen Stamps and the World’s Postal Museums: An Accidental History.” This milestone event honored the Society’s first meeting, which took place 70 years ago at the King Edward Sheraton. For more pictures of this historic celebration, see page 10. (Photo by Mike Walsh)
More than 50 Philatelic Specialist Society of Canada members and guests recently celebrated the national hobby organization’s 70th anniversary at a special dinner. “For me it’s been a learning experience,” Bob Vogel, the PSSC president.since 2019, said in an interview before the event at the landmark Old Mill restaurant in Toronto on October 16. “There’s... Continue reading →
Attendees of this year’s Royal *2024* Royale President’s Reception, hosted by New Brunswick Lieutenant Governor Brenda Murphy, enjoyed an evening of delicious appetizers and open tours of Government House, her official residence. In her opening remarks to the RPSC guests, the Lieutenant Governor jokingly boasted about owning the largest King Charles III definitive stamp, which is admired here by stamp dealers Frank and Brenda Hoyles. (Photo by Mike Walsh)
With a welcoming atmosphere, high-quality exhibits, and an unforgettable president’s reception, the Royal Philatelic Society of Canada (RPSC) convention, held from Sept. 20-22 in New Brunswick’s capital, brought together collectors and enthusiasts from across the country for a memorable celebration of philately. Hosted by the Fredericton and District Stamp Club, this was the first RPSC... Continue reading →
Sarah McLachlan with Canada Post President and CEO Doug Ettinger at the unveiling of her commemorative stamp in Vancouver, B.C. (Photo courtesy of Canada Post)
Renowned Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan expressed her heartfelt gratitude for being honoured with a new Canada Post stamp, describing it as a true “pinch-me moment.” During the unveiling ceremony on Sept. 18 at the Sarah McLachlan School of Music in Vancouver, B.C., she shared her pride, saying, “I am a deeply proud Canadian, and I’m... Continue reading →
An 1865-68 Vancouver Island cover with the finest existing imperforate five-cent rose stamp franking a ‘visually striking yellow envelope,’ where it’s tied by a complete large oval cancel, is expected to bring at least $35,000 as Lot 509.
The first of four parts of the Denninger Collection will cross the block this October, and with it comes one of the most comprehensive assemblages of British North America (BNA) stamps and postal history of all time. Eastern Auctions will offer the more than 250-lot collection in a single session on Oct. 5. Bidding on... Continue reading →
Lot 11 presents the glorious 10-pence blue block, the largest known multiple in mint condition. The block is a centrepiece of the Brigham collection.
Widely regarded as the “crown jewel of Canadian philately,” the glorious 10-pence blue block is not only one of the most extraordinary showpieces in Canadian stamp collecting but also a premier lot in the fourth – and final – offering from the legendary Ron Brigham collection. According to New Brunswick’s Eastern Auctions, this stunning mint... Continue reading →
Since the beginning of 2021, international regulations have mandated that Canada Post provide all destination customs agencies with ‘electronic advanced data’ for any items containing goods mailed outside of Canada. Recently, stamp, coin, and trading card dealers have experienced an increase in returned letters from Canada Post. (Online photo from Reddit)
Dealers are facing the brunt of the cost with Canada Post enforcing a rule focused on lettermail, specifically pieces of mail with stiff inserts to protect valuable contents such as stamps and coins, mailed to the United States and other international destinations. While the rule dates back to early 2021, when international postal regulations required Canada... Continue reading →
Royal*2024*Royale chair Rob Lunn (left) was named a Fellow of The Royal Philatelic Society of Canada in 2019. He’s chairing this year’s convention in Fredericton
After the cancellation in 2020 and a more than 20-year hiatus since 1999, the Royal *2024* Royale is set to make a triumphant return to Fredericton, N.B., Sept. 20-22. Rob Lunn, chair of the event, described the anticipation and enthusiasm surrounding this significant philatelic gathering. “The club is excited about the opportunity to finally host... Continue reading →