Canadian identity and milestones — from hip-hop trailblazers and Quebec’s sugaring-off season to the centennial of The Royal Canadian Legion — are among the themes featured in a new slate of Canadian stamps coming in 2026.
One of the year’s headline issues arrives for Black History Month with a focus on Canadian hip-hop pioneers, spotlighting careers and achievements that helped shape the country’s music and culture. Another set turns to Quebec’s temps des sucres, with colourful scenes of cabanes à sucre and the spring tradition that remains a cherished part of the province’s intangible heritage.
The Places of Pride series returns in 2026, revisiting significant events and locations across the country that 2SLGBTQIA+ communities fought to create, protect and call their own. A separate commemorative stamp will mark 100 years of The Royal Canadian Legion, recognized nationally for its poppy campaign and its network of about 1,350 branches that often serve as community hubs.
Nature and public awareness also play prominent roles next year. A wildlife issue will highlight four wolf species found across Canada, while another stamp will encourage Canadians to donate blood amid rising demand. October’s releases lean into seasonal fun with a trio of jack-o’-lantern designs to kick off the spooky season.
Several familiar annual favourites will return with a fresh look in 2026. Truth and Reconciliation stamps will again mark Orange Shirt Day, the flower series will feature ornamental cherry blossoms, and a fundraising stamp in support of the Canada Post Community Foundation will aim to help improve outcomes for children and youth. For Remembrance Day, a new design will commemorate the service of Chinese Canadians who carried out secret missions behind Japanese lines in Asia, and holiday issues will recognize Eid, Diwali, Hanukkah and Christmas.
Stamp subjects are selected through an independent advisory committee that reviews suggestions from organizations and the public, choosing themes and stories that highlight significant moments, histories and values shared by Canadians across the country. The 2026 program was announced by Canada Post on Dec. 12, 2025.