Volume 38#18

December 31 – January 13, 2014

At just eight years old, Jack Nixon fwas crowned the 2017 Youth Grand Champion of Champions at the American Philatelic Society StampShow, a remarkable achievement that showcased his budding passion for philately.

Home delivery out, postal rates up at Canada Post

On Dec. 11, Canada Post unveiled its “Five Point Plan,” aimed at returning the corporation to profitability, with changes taking effect in the new year. Highlights of the plan include the cancellation of home delivery in favour of community mailboxes, more franchise outlets, fewer sorting plants, fewer employees, and changes to the pension plan. Continue reading →

Features

British postal system took root nearly a millennium ago

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Regulars

Are you buying or selling?

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Check out the shows in your area

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Editorial

Canada Post shows Orwellian tendencies

Apparently, in every area, Canadians overwhelmingly support Canada Post. Everyone likes the idea of replacing home delivery with community mailboxes. Even senior citizens, who often dread winter walks in icy weather, welcome a way to get out of the house. In fact, one Canadian was quoted as saying door-to-door delivery is unreasonable in this day and age, despite the fact that home delivery six days a week is the norm in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and France.

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By Bret Evans