Unitrade Associates has just announced the release of the much-anticipated update to its Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps, and for the first time, the catalogue will be issued as two volumes. It is expected to sell out quickly and some dealers are already accepting pre-orders. Here is the full press release:
PRESS RELEASE:
2025-2026 Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps is on the press
AURORA, ON (July 17, 2025) – The much anticipated 2025-2026 edition of the Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps is now complete and is at the printers with an expected delivery date of early September 2025.
The Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps is widely recognized as the industry leading catalogue for listings and values of Specialized Canadian stamps. Under the new editorial direction of Patrick Durbano, this edition has incorporated many new features and undergone the first of several in-depth pricing reviews. Patrick Durbano is a long-time philatelist, stamp dealer and exhibitor. He was previously the editor of the OHMS perfin section of the catalogue. He is also a member of the VG Greene Philatelic Foundation’s Expertizing Committee, sits on the board of directors of the Canadian Stamp Dealers’ Association and is a member of the RPSC and BNAPS.
This 2025-2026 edition is also a milestone for Unitrade Publishing as it marks the first time that the Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps will be presented in two easy-to-handle, user-friendly volumes.
- The CLASSICS volume includes all material from 1851 to 1952, including booklets up to BK44, most back-of-the-book stamps as well as issues from all five provinces, plus 2-Ring, 4-Ring, and Squared Circle postmarks. This much needed CLASSICS volume includes over 250 price changes, a full Canadian “on cover” price review, some new constant plate varieties plus many new and updated images.
- The ELIZABETHAN volume covers all material from 1953 to 2025, including booklets from BK45 onward, semi-postal stamps, Canada Post collections, and uncut press sheets. It also includes over 1,200 price changes, many new varieties as well as new and updated images.
The Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps remains the benchmark reference used by collectors, dealers, and auction houses for Canada and BNA stamps.
“This two-volume edition is a first for Unitrade,” said Andrea Casa, Owner, Unitrade Associates, “we listened to what collectors and dealers wanted and created a catalogue with them in mind. This is now the new standard for Canadian Stamp Catalogues.” Patrick Durbano added, “It was an honour to be able to edit such a well-respected catalogue. I want to thank Unitrade for allowing me to make the changes that I did for the betterment of the catalogue and the Canadian collectors at large.”
About Unitrade Associates
Unitrade Associates, established in 1972 and based in Aurora, Ontario, is the leading Canadian importer, distributor, and manufacturer of stamp and coin collecting albums, accessories and publications. Serving collectors and dealers for over 50 years, the company offers a wide range of imported supplies as well as its own UniSafe brand products. They publish over 40 titles through Unitrade Press, including well-known catalogues like Coins of Canada/Monnaies du Canada and the Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps. Unitrade remains a family-owned business in its second generation. For more information on Unitrade Associates, go to www.UnitradeAssoc.com.
About Patrick Durbano, Editor
Patrick Durbano is a long-time philatelist, stamp dealer, researcher and exhibitor. Patrick is a recognized expert in the Perforated OHMS Official Stamps of Canada and was previously editor of the OHMS section of the Unitrade catalogue. He is a member of the VG Greene Philatelic Foundation’s Expertizing Committee, sits on the board of directors of the Canadian Stamp Dealers’ Association, is the treasurer of the Philatelic Specialists Society of Canada and is a long-time member of both the RPSC and BNAPS. Patrick is also an active stamp dealer, participates in about 20 shows per year and is currently accepting pre-orders of the Unitrade Specialized Catalogue of Canadian Stamps on his website, www.DurbanoStamps.com.