Volume 51 – #08

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Volume 51#08

July 28 – August 10, 2026

Royal Philatelic Society of Canada President Peter MacDonald welcomes members and visitors during the opening ceremonies of Royal 2026 Royale, held in May in Waterloo, Ont. (Photo by Mike Walsh)

RPSC enters second century with purpose

New Royal Philatelic Society of Canada president Peter MacDonald says the country's oldest national philatelic organization is entering its second century with a clear sense of purpose and an eye toward long-term sustainability. Elected in May, MacDonald believes the society's future will be shaped by thoughtful planning, meaningful member services and strong governance. Continue reading →

Features
‘Freestyle Philately’ makes successful debut
Page 1
Building on success, preparing for the second century
Page 1
New stamps honour Indigenous sports leaders
Page 17
Volunteers honoured as clubs celebrate centennial
Page 22
Kelowna club issues centennial souvenirs
Page 22

Regulars
CSN Marketplace
Are you buying or selling?`
Page 20
Show & Bourse
Check out the shows in your area
Page 23
Columns
CSN Philatelic Commentary
Who will inherit your collection?
Page 4
Ian Robertson
Looking Back
Much more to Turner than short stint as PM
Page 6

Everett Parker
Philatelic Journals
Spanish-American War yielded high-value revenues
Page 8
Mike Smith
Deltiology
Phillips & Wrinch published quality, not quantity
Page 11

Ian Robertson
Stamping Grounds
Marilyn lookalikes set Guinness record
Page 14
Diana Revelins
Stamp Talk
Stamps and covers follow Royal Family’s 1947 African tour
Page 16

Robin Harris
New Issues
From around the world
Page 18

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