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Christmas Stamps 1970S3 E3
» In Episode 31, we delve into the story of the Christmas 1970 issue, and the first Canadian stamp to depict Santa Claus. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://stampstoriesca.medium.com/christmas-1970-dcd6d49eba41
Want more Stamp Stories? Don't want to miss an episode? Our website has all you need - check it out here: http://stampstories.ca/
Want more Stamp Stories? Don't want to miss an episode? Our website has all you need - check it out here: http://stampstories.ca/
The Great Canadian Stamp Survey - Results Show!S3 E2
» Welcome to Episode 30, where we share all the results of The Great Canadian Stamp Survey. We have added chapter markers, so you can jump to the questions you are curious about. We have included images of the results too. Read our full write up, with notes and slides: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-great-canadian-stamp-survey-5de2f57de034
Want more Stamp Stories? Don't want to miss an episode? Our website has all you need - check it out here: http://stampstories.ca/
Want more Stamp Stories? Don't want to miss an episode? Our website has all you need - check it out here: http://stampstories.ca/
Announcing The Great Canadian Stamp SurveyS3 E1
» Help us learn what Canadian Stamp Collectors care about by filling in this short 15 minute survey. Please also share with your Canadian stamp collecting friends! http://stampstories.ca/tgcss
Mary Riter HamiltonS2 E6
» In Episode 29, we learn about a female painter, who captured the landscape of WWI right after the war and the stamps Canada Post recently released to honour her. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/mary-riter-hamilton-63e0e2b4c8c5
Laura SecordS2 E5
» In Episode 28, we delve into the story of Laura Secord, and the two stamps that Canada Post released to celebrate this Canadian Heroine. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://stampstoriesca.medium.com/laura-secord-2608c388fee0
Winnie the PoohS2 E4
» In Episode 27, we learn about the history of Winnie the Pooh, and the stamps Canada Post created with Walt Disney Canada to celebrate a special milestone. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/winnie-the-pooh-2c3f347d6382
The Trans Canada HighwayS2 E3
» In Episode 26, we learn about the history of the Trans Canada highway, the second longest national highway in the world, and the stamps that celebrate it. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-trans-canada-highway-eb7014313bf0?sk=a88d9281b7f26773bcf1a840b7402c29
Leonard CohenS2 E2
» In Episode 25, we learn about the career and life of a Canadian singer, songwriter, poet and novelist Leonard Cohen and the stamps issued by Canada Post September 2019 to celebrate his career. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/leonard-cohen-47a51f228067?sk=18bedd3399450afed44bca198d0a5661
We're Back - And With A New Name!S2 E1
» We're back producing show again, under a new name, but with the same team! We'll have a much more focused way of producing this Podcast. We hope you'll enjoy what we have in store! Make sure to check out our new space on the web: http://stampstories.ca and on Twitter @StampStoriesCA
CanadarmS1 E24
» In Episode 24, we learn about the history of the Canadarm and the stamp issued by Canada Post to celebrate this momentous achievement in robotics. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-canadarm-62f52b5b6154
The Constitution Act, 1982S1 E23
» In Episode 23, we learn about The Constitution Act, 1982, the Charter and the stamps issued by Canada Post to celebrate this moment in Canadian history. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here:
https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-constitution-act-1982-b9f630e938e3
https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-constitution-act-1982-b9f630e938e3
Expo67S1 E22
» In Episode 22, we look back at Expo67 and the stamps issued by Canada Post to celebrate the event. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/expo67-ba345aa6d3ee
Earth Day: Canada & Ireland Joint Issue in 2005S1 E21
» In Episode 21, we celebrate Earth Day by looking at a joint issue released in 2005 by Canada Post and An Post of Ireland. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/earth-day-canada-ireland-joint-issue-in-2005-d5df81f9fafc
Terry FoxS1 E20
» In Episode 20, we learn about Terry Fox, a young man celebrated on two Canadian stamps for inspiring people around the world with his courageous battle against cancer. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/terry-fox-44a9002b1d31
Canadian National Vimy MemorialS1 E19
» In episode 19 we talk about the courageous assault on Vimy Ridge by Canadian soldiers on April 9, 1917 and the stamps issued that depict the Canadian National Vimy Memorial. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-national-vimy-memorial-8619bf86ce5b
Tips for Soaking StampsS1 E18
» In Episode 18, I share my stamp soaking method. Get more info and a video of the method discussed in this episode here:
https://medium.com/stamp-stories/soaking-stamps-fa49ba526013
https://medium.com/stamp-stories/soaking-stamps-fa49ba526013
Thomas D'Arcy McGeeS1 E17
» In Episode 17, we learn about Thomas D’Arcy McGee, a founding father of Canada, the first Irishman in the English-speaking world to appear on a postage stamp, and the victim of the only politically motivated assassination in Canadian history. Check out the stamps (and more) discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/thomas-darcy-mcgee-581c2a0fa188
Blue WhaleS1 E16
» In Episode 16, we discuss the biggest and highest stamp denomination Canada Post has ever produced, the Blue Whale 10 dollar stamp. Show notes at: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/blue-whale-556d32d914be
Canadian OperaS1 E15
» In Episode 15, we learn about the recently released stamps from Canada Post honouring Canadian Opera. Show notes at: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-opera-7ed91bb30c3f
Louis RielS1 E14
» In Episode 14, we learn about Louis Riel, the controversial leader and founder of Manitoba, along with the stamps that commemorate him. Show notes at: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/louis-riel-67f58992941b
Canadian FlagS1 E13
» In Episode 13, we learn about the story behind the current Canadian Flag, how it came to be, and the stamps that honour it. Show notes at: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-flag-6a1ec667077d
Viola DesmondS1 E12
» In Episode 12, we learn about Viola Desmond, iconic Canadian civil rights activist and successful Nova Scotian businesswoman. Show notes at: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/viola-desmond-992b7e40b1ca
Mathieu Da CostaS1 E11
» In Episode 11, we learn about Mathieu Da Costa, the 17th century interpreter, believed to be the first person of African descent to arrive in Canada whose name is still known today. Show notes at: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/mathieu-da-costa-3135466cb96d
2017 Canada Post IssuesS1 E10
» In Episode 10, we look at what Canada Post will have in store for us for 2017. Check out the stamps discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/2017-canada-post-issues-6fa4850e150d
2016 Canada Post Holiday StampsS1 E9
» In Episode 9, we look at the 2016 holiday stamps issued by Canada Post. Check out the stamps discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/2016-canada-post-holiday-stamps-5d4827c07bf4
The World’s First Christmas Stamp?S1 E8
» In Episode 8, we get the real story behind what some claim as the world’s first Christmas stamp, issued by Canada in 1898. Check out the stamps discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-worlds-first-christmas-stamp-71c9fe82535d
The BluenoseS1 E7
» In Episode 7, we learn about the most famous ship in Canadian history, the Bluenose schooner, also known as the Queen of the North Atlantic. Check out the stamps discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-bluenose-6e1985d28843
Celebrating Canadians in SpaceS1 E6
» In Episode 6, we celebrate the stamps created to honour Canada’s contribution to space exploration. Check out the stamps discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/celebrating-canadians-in-space-13cc8c1a769f
In Flanders FieldS1 E5
» In Episode 5, we look at a selection of some of the stamps issued to commemorate Remembrance Day, November 11th. It’s an important day to take a moment of silence and thank true heroes for their sacrifice and service. Check out the stamps discussed in this episode here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/in-flanders-field-ed2b8a88fe38
Happy Halloween 2016S1 E4
» In Episode 4, for Halloween, we look at a selection of some of my favourite Haunted Canada stamps. Check out the stamps here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/happy-halloween-2016-haunted-canada-stamps-aa8d7b160ef2
How To Start Collecting Canadian StampsS1 E3
» In Episode 3, we went back a bit to talk about how to start collecting Canadian stamps, what are the basics to know and what, if any tools do you need. Full show notes here: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/in-episode-3-we-went-back-a-bit-to-talk-about-how-to-start-collecting-what-are-the-basics-to-know-9109d968a712
The Canada 82 Youth ExhibitionS1 E2
» In Episode 2, we talk about the creation of the Canadian Association for Philatelic Exhibitions (CAPEX), with a focus on the stamps from CAPEX ‘51, CAPEX’78 and The Canada 82 Youth Exhibition. Show notes at https://medium.com/stamp-stories/the-canada-82-youth-exhibition-3100928653f9
Canadian Stamp Issues Related to BaseballS1 E1
» In our first episode (of the new format) we celebrate the Chicago Cubs historic entry to their first World Series since 1945, with a look back at Baseball stamps in Canadian history. Show notes: https://medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-stamps-about-baseball-8fd9d52c8b5d
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