Canadian Stamp Dealers' Association

06/08/2026

ROYAL•2026•ROYALE opens this Friday in Waterloo, Ont., bringing together collectors, exhibitors, societies and many of Canada's leading stamp dealers for one of the country's premier philatelic events.

Several members of the Canadian Stamp Dealers Association (CSDA) will be on hand throughout the weekend, offering collectors the opportunity to browse quality material, expand their collections and connect with trusted professional dealers from across Canada.

If you're attending the Royal, be sure to stop by and support our dealer members.

Read more about the show here:
https://canadianstampnews.com/royal-2026-royale-opens-friday-in-waterloo/

More than 200 exhibit frames, 28 dealers and a full slate of seminars and social events will welcome collectors to Royal 2026 Royale, which opens June 12 at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. Hosted by the Kitchener-Waterloo Philatelic Society, the three-day event marks the 98th annual conven...

06/05/2026

CSDA Feature of the Week
Each year, Canada issues a Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp featuring artwork by a Canadian artist. Affixed to Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permits, these stamps play an important role in supporting wildlife conservation efforts, with a portion of the proceeds helping to protect and enhance wildlife habitats across the country.

This week's featured item comes from CSDA member IEK Philatelics (Ivan E. Killins), who is offering the 1989 Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp booklet depicting majestic Snow Geese in flight. Listed as Van Dam Revenue Catalogue FWH5, the booklet is in mint never-hinged condition and represents a beautiful blend of Canadian wildlife art and conservation history.

Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamps have become a popular collecting field, attracting both revenue stamp collectors and wildlife enthusiasts. The annual issues showcase some of Canada's finest nature-themed artwork while documenting the country's longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship.

To view and purchase this attractive booklet -- along with a wide selection of stamps, postcards and other philatelic material -- visit IEK Philatelics' CSDA online store today.

For more details, click here:
https://www.csdastampauctions.com/listing/canada-vandam-catalogue-fwh5-750-snow-geese-booklet-mnh-f-vf/980405

06/05/2026

Best wishes to CSDA member Hugo Deshaye and the organizing team as the Quebec City Old Paper Show returns this weekend at the Travelodge Hotel and Convention Centre.

The annual event brings together collectors of stamps, postal history, postcards and historical documents for two days of buying, selling, exhibiting and learning. This year's show also celebrates two important milestones in Canadian history -- the 175th anniversary of the first postage stamps of the Province of Canada and the 150th anniversary of the Intercolonial Railway.

Several Canadian Stamp Dealers Association members will be in attendance, offering a wide range of philatelic and postal history material for collectors of all interests.

A highlight of the show is its innovative exhibition format, which encourages collectors to share rare and unusual items from their collections through one-page displays, making exhibiting more accessible while showcasing some remarkable treasures.

If you're in the Quebec City area this weekend, be sure to stop by and support one of Canada's most unique collecting events.

📍 Travelodge Hotel and Convention Centre, Quebec City
📅 June 6-7, 2026

https://canadianstampnews.com/quebec-city-old-paper-show-returns-this-weekend/

Collectors of stamps, postcards, postal history and historical documents will gather in Quebec City this weekend as the Quebec City Old Paper Show returns to the Travelodge Hotel and Convention Centre on June 6-7. The annual event will feature more than 20 dealers, a specialized exhibition, presenta...

05/26/2026

FEATURE OF THE WEEK: 1853 Stampless Canada Cover

Postal history collectors may want to take a closer look at this fascinating 1853 stampless folded letter, currently being offered by a longtime member of the Canadian Stamp Dealers Association.

Listed as Canada-cover #9958, the folded letter is dated June 11, 1853, and relates to the consignment and sale of brandy arriving aboard the Atala from Liverpool. It was mailed from Quebec to London, England, and includes postal markings documenting its transatlantic journey during the pre-stamp era.

Highlights include a Montreal, Lower Canada, double broken-circle transit marking dated June 12, 1853; a manuscript “RM Steamer” endorsement indicating carriage between Quebec and Montreal; a “1/2” rate marking; and a June 27, 1853 backstamp.

Beyond the postal markings, the letter offers a glimpse into mid-19th century commerce between British North America and England.

The item is offered at $59.95 CAD by a CSDA-member dealer who has served collectors since 1975. Canadian buyers are advised the dealer will cover GST/HST costs.

https://www.csdastampauctions.com/listing/canada-cover-9958-stampless-folded-letter-consignment-and-sale-of-brandy-arriving-on/971840

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Collectors of Canadian postal history, Scandinavia and classic worldwide material will have plenty to watch for this Saturday as CSDA-member Garden City Philatelic Auctions presents its seventh sale on StampAuctionNetwork.

https://stampauctionnetwork.com/GC/GC7.cfm

The live online sale begins May 23 at 11 a.m. Eastern (8 a.m. Pacific) using StampAuctionNetwork’s automated “AutoHammer” platform and features a wide-ranging offering of important philatelic material from several notable collections and estates.

Among the highlights is the Lawrence Pinkney collection of Large Queens and extensive Canadian Bar Precancels, alongside part one of Steve Wheeler’s impressive 100-volume mint Scandinavian collection.

Canadian postal history collectors will also find strong representation in part three of Rob Leigh’s extensive collection of early Canadian postal history, with a particular emphasis on quality postmarks dating from the late 1700s through the 1920s.

Additional featured offerings include a selection of philatelic literature, important early Scottish postal history and special material from the estate of G.W. Ross, postmaster aboard the 1939 Royal Train Post Office.

One standout lot is an exceptionally rare 1902 Small 3a Orange Numeral with inverted black “I GILDI ’02-’03” overprint, perforated 12¾. Offered as a mint Never Hinged upper-left corner block of four, the multiple is described as fresh and fine overall, with catalogue values listed only for hinged singles in Scott and Facit.

The sale once again highlights the breadth and expertise offered by Canadian Stamp Dealers Association members, with Garden City continuing to bring specialized and fresh-to-market material to collectors worldwide.

Pre-auction viewing and bidding are now available through StampAuctionNetwork.

05/12/2026

All Nations Stamp & Coin’s next in-store and online auction takes place Saturday, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. (Pacific), featuring A–Z British Commonwealth material along with Canada and British North America stamps and postal history.

All Nations' offers 200-lot Victorian themed auction for Victoria Day holiday weekend. Collectors can bid with confidence -- there is no buyer’s premium and no credit card fees in All Nations’ weekly auctions.

Featured highlights include:

• Lot 41 -- Canada . VF mint hinged example of the 8-cent blue grey Small Queen from the 1893 printing. A striking classic Canadian issue listed at $550 in the 2025–2026 Unitrade catalogue.

• Lot 102 -- Great Britain . VF mint lightly hinged example of the exceedingly scarce 1901-issued 1-shilling carmine rose and green Queen Victoria stamp with I.R. OFFICIAL overprint. Includes a 1994 BPA Certificate and the original Stanley Gibbons purchase card from decades ago. Listed in the 2026 Scott Catalogue at US$4,750.

• Lot 120 -- Hong Kong #57 mint lightly hinged 1902 $2 Stamp Duty issue. Scott catalogue value US$525. Estimate: $175.

View the full sale and bid online at:
https://www.allnationsstampandcoin.com

05/11/2026

Silver Jubilee stamp issues - https://mailchi.mp/759328aae1f9/unfold-the-fun-our-new-newsletter-awaits-8760292

05/05/2026

🔥 CSDA Member Auction Alert! 🔥

A fresh sale from King’s Kollectables is now live on HiBid — and it’s packed with material collectors won’t want to miss.

👉 Browse & bid here: https://kingskollectablesauctions.hibid.com/catalog/738228/kings-kollectables-auctions--24

This online-only auction features a wide mix of collectibles, including:
• Canadian & worldwide stamps (Large Queens, Small Queens, Admirals & more)
• Covers and postal history
• Coins & paper money
• Sports cards and memorabilia

Collectors will find everything from classic 1859 issues and Admiral sets to modern material and specialty items — a strong, diverse offering across multiple collecting fields. ()

🖥️ Online bidding only — bid from anywhere
📦 Shipping available (see auction terms)
⏳ Lots close soon — don’t wait to place your bids!

As always, we encourage collectors to support CSDA members and explore the wide range of material they bring to market.

Happy hunting — and good luck bidding! 🎯

05/03/2026

Join us for Day 2 of ORAPEX; doors open at 10 am. As dealers, we greatly appreciate your patronage. For details, visit orapex.ca