Royal Philatelic Society of Canada

04/19/2026

We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Dr. Robert Graham Leigh. Rob will be remembered for his extraordinary contributions to Canadian philately and the generosity and kindness he showed to fellow collectors. He will be sorely missed.

Dr. Robert Graham Leigh, a highly regarded Canadian-born postal historian and international exhibitor, passed away on April 18, 2026, at his home in Champaign, Ill., following a battle with glioblastoma, a malignant brain tumour. He was 61. Born in Chatham, Ont., on April 23, 1964, Rob developed a p...

04/15/2026

On this date in 1907 Six Nations native Tom Longboat ran and won the Boston Marathon in record-time.

04/14/2026

New QEII stamps from GB Royal Mail

We've announced today special stamps commemorating the life and work of the late Queen Elizabeth II with these stunning Stamps & Collectibles.

Link to pre-order in comments 👇

03/21/2026

Sugar Shack stamps - available now.

Two newly issued stamps bring Quebec’s sugaring off season to life through richly detailed, nostalgic imagery, capturing the enduring traditions of the province’s sugar shacks. Unveiled March 19 in Montréal during the Cabane Panache Festival, the pair of stamps is shaped like classic maple syru...

03/15/2026

Let your voice be heard! Participate in a survey about the future of philately, organized by the Fédération québécoise de philatélie

This initiative represents a significant investment from the organizations supporting it, with a clear objective: to better understand the current situation of philately in Canada and to identify concrete actions for the next five years.

Broad participation is essential. The results of this consultation will help strengthen our hobby and, in the long term, contribute to the vitality and value of philatelic collections.

All collectors, as well as anyone interested in philately — even non-collectors, are invited to register using the link below in order to receive the questionnaire.

👉 Registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3RlX5O4A3vgfK4VDtBVxFPbZKzAtVESJSST9JS4-pnHvJkQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108063284240405118082

Contact:
Sébastien Crête
General Statements Coordinator
Board Member – Fédération québécoise de philatélie
📧 [email protected]

Call for Applications and Participation – Philately General Statement As part of the organization of the Philately General Statement , we are issuing a call for applications and participation open to all stakeholders and actors in the philatelic sector, including collectors, associations, clubs, p...

03/15/2026

There has been a change in the program of the RPSC Stamp Panel on March 16 as the original presenters are not available. We have invited Arnie Jansen back to speak to us about his experiences using the Google Gemini large language model AI in his philatelic research.

If you have already registered, you can use the link you were already sent.

Registration link:

with Arnie Jansen. The presenters of the originally scheduled webinar are no longer able to attend; therefore, we have invited Arnie Jansen back to speak to us about his experiences using the Google Gemini large language model AI in his philatelic research.

03/11/2026

New Eid stamps, out now.

Get ready to celebrate Eid with our newest stamps!

For centuries, Muslim artists, architects and mathematicians across the Islamic world have developed and refined intricate geometric patterns that exemplify the principles of unity, precision and order.

These dazzling designs, which adorn everything from architecture to ceramics, continue to bring beauty and symbolism to homes and communities throughout Ramadan and Eid.

The three stamps in this issue are based on the same pattern presented in three distinct colour palettes.

The design integrates stylized maple leaves, a symbol of Canadian identity, into an Islamic geometric pattern to reflect the cultural diversity and inclusivity of Canada and to celebrate the significance of Eid for Muslim communities across the country.

Eid stamps are on sale now! https://bit.ly/3N8GPFQ

Special thanks to our experts who guided the design process:
Dr. Fahmida Suleman, senior curator, Islamic World, Royal Ontario Museum
Dr. Anver M. Emon, director, Institute of Islamic Studies, University of Toronto

Stamp designer: Paprika

03/11/2026

The jewel of Canadian philately.

The Vincent Graves Greene Philatelic Research Foundation is the preeminent Canadian expert in British North American philately. The mission of the Foundation is to encourage and promote research in the fields of philately and postal history.

The Harry Sutherland Philatelic Library houses the best BNA reference collection in the world. The Library supports the Canadian philatelic community with definitive works on important collecting areas and the most recent general catalogues. The Library also hosts a digital resources hub where you can find archived websites, digital newsletter archives and online philatelic tools to aid your research.

https://canadianstampnews.com/the-jewel-of-canadian-philately

At 52 pages, this is one of the largest issues published in years. The expanded edition features a special 32-page section dedicated to the Vincent Graves Greene Philatelic Research Foundation, produced in collaboration with Greene Foundation volunteers and contributors. The section offers readers a...

03/11/2026

Prominent Canadian philatelists will be representing Canada at Boston 2026!

Four Canadians will play key roles at the upcoming Boston 2026 World Expo, with Charles Verge, Sam Chiu and Ed Kroft named to the international jury and Ingo Nessel appointed as Canada’s national commissioner. The trio will join a panel of 42 Fédération Internationale de Philatélie internationa...

03/06/2026

Virtual Stampex is on from March 6-8!

Browse and discover PTS Members in the Booth Hall to ask for advice, share want lists, shop direct, enquire about selling, find discount codes, and subscribe to stay connected.

Shop direct with the new in-built catalogue.

Watch Talks in the Auditorium with live Q&A.

Attend Roundtables to discuss hot topics in philately.

Visit the “Display Your Way” Exhibition Hall to see a wide range of philatelic collections, from Grand Prix winners to one framers to original display concepts

Meet Societies and learn more about the benefits of membership and free resources.

Download catalogues, guides, activities, and videos into your Virtual Briefcase.

Score points by visiting booths and attending sessions. Who will top our Leaderboard?​

Join in on the Stampex Bug Hunt, and the Philatelic Mastermind Quiz, and other giveaways and competitions.

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OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY

Virtual Stampex, sponsored by BB Stamps and Bill Barrell connects you to the philatelic community all over the world - an opportunity to Buy, Sell, Learn, Connect & Explore.