Stamp Stories
By Stamp Stories
Join Adrian on his philatelic adventures, as he uncovers the historical significance behind a different Canadian stamp in every episode. If you love history or stamp collecting, we've got you covered.
Stamp StoriesNov 11, 2021
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Christmas Stamps 1970
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
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Dec 21, 202117:37
The Great Canadian Stamp Survey - Results Show!
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
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Nov 26, 202147:08
Announcing The Great Canadian Stamp Survey
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! stampstories.ca/tgcss
Nov 11, 202104:11
Mary Riter Hamilton
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/mary-riter-hamilton-63e0e2b4c8c5
Nov 11, 202016:45
Laura Secord
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: stampstoriesca.medium.com/laura-secord-2608c388fee0
Oct 31, 202022:45
Winnie the Pooh
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/winnie-the-pooh-2c3f347d6382
May 17, 202021:15
The Trans Canada Highway
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/the-trans-canada-highway-eb7014313bf0?sk=a88d9281b7f26773bcf1a840b7402c29
Oct 27, 201935:32
Leonard Cohen
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/leonard-cohen-47a51f228067?sk=18bedd3399450afed44bca198d0a5661
Oct 14, 201902:14:22
We're Back - And With A New Name!
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: stampstories.ca and on Twitter @StampStoriesCA
Oct 05, 201901:39
Canadarm
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/the-canadarm-62f52b5b6154
May 29, 201707:59
The Constitution Act, 1982
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:
medium.com/stamp-stories/the-constitution-act-1982-b9f630e938e3
medium.com/stamp-stories/the-constitution-act-1982-b9f630e938e3
May 22, 201733:06
Expo67
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/expo67-ba345aa6d3ee
Apr 30, 201745:15
Earth Day: Canada & Ireland Joint Issue in 2005
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/earth-day-canada-ireland-joint-issue-in-2005-d5df81f9fafc
Apr 22, 201709:11
Terry Fox
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/terry-fox-44a9002b1d31
Apr 16, 201716:40
Canadian National Vimy Memorial
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-national-vimy-memorial-8619bf86ce5b
Apr 09, 201725:26
Tips for Soaking Stamps
In Episode 18, I share my stamp soaking method. Get more info and a video of the method discussed in this episode here:
medium.com/stamp-stories/soaking-stamps-fa49ba526013
medium.com/stamp-stories/soaking-stamps-fa49ba526013
Mar 26, 201708:54
Thomas D'Arcy McGee
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/thomas-darcy-mcgee-581c2a0fa188
Mar 19, 201715:23
Blue Whale
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/blue-whale-556d32d914be
Mar 12, 201708:02
Canadian Opera
In Episode 15, we learn about the recently released stamps from Canada Post honouring Canadian Opera. Show notes at: medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-opera-7ed91bb30c3f
Mar 05, 201718:38
Louis Riel
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/louis-riel-67f58992941b
Feb 19, 201717:33
Canadian Flag
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-flag-6a1ec667077d
Feb 15, 201725:46
Viola Desmond
In Episode 12, we learn about Viola Desmond, iconic Canadian civil rights activist and successful Nova Scotian businesswoman. Show notes at: medium.com/stamp-stories/viola-desmond-992b7e40b1ca
Feb 12, 201714:31
Mathieu Da Costa
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/mathieu-da-costa-3135466cb96d
Feb 05, 201708:47
2017 Canada Post Issues
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/2017-canada-post-issues-6fa4850e150d
Jan 22, 201708:53
2016 Canada Post Holiday Stamps
In Episode 9, we look at the 2016 holiday stamps issued by Canada Post. Check out the stamps discussed in this episode here: medium.com/stamp-stories/2016-canada-post-holiday-stamps-5d4827c07bf4
Dec 04, 201608:14
The World’s First Christmas Stamp?
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/the-worlds-first-christmas-stamp-71c9fe82535d
Nov 27, 201622:31
The Bluenose
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/the-bluenose-6e1985d28843
Nov 20, 201614:12
Celebrating Canadians in Space
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/celebrating-canadians-in-space-13cc8c1a769f
Nov 13, 201610:40
In Flanders Field
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/in-flanders-field-ed2b8a88fe38
Nov 05, 201613:31
Happy Halloween 2016
In Episode 4, for Halloween, we look at a selection of some of my favourite Haunted Canada stamps. Check out the stamps here: medium.com/stamp-stories/happy-halloween-2016-haunted-canada-stamps-aa8d7b160ef2
Oct 30, 201611:24
How To Start Collecting Canadian Stamps
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: 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
Oct 29, 201614:57
The Canada 82 Youth Exhibition
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 medium.com/stamp-stories/the-canada-82-youth-exhibition-3100928653f9
Oct 26, 201617:39
Canadian Stamp Issues Related to Baseball
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: medium.com/stamp-stories/canadian-stamps-about-baseball-8fd9d52c8b5d
Oct 23, 201607:53