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Royal *2024* Royale National Stamp Exhibition
Read more: Royal *2024* Royale National Stamp ExhibitionIt’s a long way to travel for those of us on the west coast, but if you are going to be down east in September, Canada’s annual premier exhibition is happening on the other side of the country this year. For only the second time ever, the annual convention of The Royal Philatelic Society of…
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Free Software to Build Your Collection
Read more: Free Software to Build Your CollectionSome collectors enjoy creating their own album pages and there are many ways to do this. AlbumEasy is free software that allows you to design individual pages from simple text commands and then print them as PDF documents. Developed by Vancouver Island philatelist, Clive Levinson, it is available for free download. His website also offers…
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June 23 Stamp & Postcard Fair
Read more: June 23 Stamp & Postcard FairThe next Victoria Stamp and Postcard Fair will be held Sunday, June 23 at the Greek Cultural Centre, 4648 Elk Lake Drive from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Featuring local and regional dealers who offer stamps, postal history, supplies and other philatelic material for sale.
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New West Coast Live-Auction House Launched
Read more: New West Coast Live-Auction House LaunchedIn a move that demonstrates the strength of local philately, several well-known collectors are launching a new, live auction house here in Victoria. Stéphane Cloutier (former Auction Manager with Sparks Auctions, Ottawa), Firmin Wyndels (Weeda Stamps), and Steve Johnson (former Senior Lotter with Sparks Auctions, Ottawa) have just announced the creation of Garden City Philatelic…
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April Stamp Fair Is a Wrap
Read more: April Stamp Fair Is a WrapThis month’s Victoria Stamp and Postcard Fair was a roaring success, featuring 10 regional stamp dealers and exhibitions by both school kids and experienced collectors. We welcomed new and familiar faces. It was a great family event attended by many young people who are learning about the hobby and how to build and present their…
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StampEd: The APS Launches New On-Line Magazine
Read more: StampEd: The APS Launches New On-Line MagazineA Modern Outlook on a Traditional Hobby The American Philatelic Society (APS) has just launched a new digital magazine, StampEd, aimed at inspiring a new generation of stamp collectors. StampEd will be released on a quarterly basis, online-only, and is completely free, easy to access (no log-in required), and sharable. Growing our hobby means attracting…
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The Story Behind Canada’s Caricature and Landscape Issues
Read more: The Story Behind Canada’s Caricature and Landscape IssuesA New Book By VSC Member Victoria Stamp Club member Larry Margetish has just released a new book titled, “The Story Behind Canada’s Caricature and Landscape Issues.” Way to go Larry!! Published by the British North America Philatelic Society, it is available for sale from the BNAPS Sales Agent. Here’s the BNAPS description of the…
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Victoria Stamp & Postcard Fair With Exhibits
Read more: Victoria Stamp & Postcard Fair With ExhibitsApril 14, 2024 BUY SELL TRADE EXHIBIT This year, instead of the Victopical Stamp Show, we will have exhibit frames sponsored by the Victoria Stamp Club at the Stamp and Postcard Fair. This will be a non-competitive exhibit, no judging. Prizes! And instead of the normal 16 page (8 ½” by 11”) exhibit format, submit…
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Zoom Presentation: The Empire Air Mail Scheme
Read more: Zoom Presentation: The Empire Air Mail SchemeThe next episode of Under The Covers (sponsored by the Postal History Society of Canada) airs on Tuesday 16 January 2024 @ 3:00 pm Pacific Time and features “Canadian Mail Sent via the Empire Air Mail Scheme 1938 – 1939” presented by Gary Steele. This Zoom presentation shows Canadian 1st class letters and postcards mailed…
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Upcoming Canadian Exhibitions
Read more: Upcoming Canadian ExhibitionsOxford Philatelic Society On March 16, 2024, the Oxford Philatelic Society (Woodstock, ON) will hold its 72nd annual exhibition and bourse. Exhibit entry forms and other information can be obtained at their website. Entries must be submitted by February 2, 2024. Edmonton Stamp Club On March 23 and 24 the Edmonton Stamp Club will hold…