We’ve been helping members enjoy, expand and learn about their stamp collections for over 60 years.
Whether you’re an experienced philatelist or just curious about the hobby, we’re here to support, connect, and inspire. Explore our site, join our community, and discover the world through stamps.
Barrie’s original post office
What interests you? What subject(s) are you passionate about? Whatever your passion or interest may be, you can explore it via stamps! Art, history, maps, architecture, famous people, modes of transport, insects, animals, dinosaurs and more have found their way on to stamps. They are little treasure-troves, which provide a snapshot of that point in time. Human activity in all its forms may be found on stamps.
There is no right way or wrong way to collect stamps. Collecting can be tailored to a person’s interests and organized in the manner they find appealing. You may be retired and seeking a new hobby or reviving an old one enjoyed in younger days. Youngsters are discovering something (stamps) their Grandparents knew well and is now considered retro-chic. Collecting can be quite inexpensive; yet bring a life-time of enjoyment and learning to the collector.
Featured StampThe olive green $1 Parliament stamp, was part of the King George V “Scroll” Issue. It features the Centre Block of Parliament Hill with its iconic Peace Tower. It was part of a definitive series, which included amongst others the Canadian 50¢ Bluenose. It was engraved by Robert Savage, printed by the Canadian Bank Note Company Limited and issued 08 Jan 1929. |
VisitorsVisitors are always welcome at the Barrie District Stamp Club. We provide a relaxed social setting where people can ask questions, receive guidance and socialize with other collectors. Whatever your type of collection or your level of experience you will find someone you can talk to. Drop by a meeting, one of our events, or become a member. Share your interests with us and let our members share their interests with you. |
AppraisalsThe club does not offer stamp appraisals. However, if you have a collection that you would like some guidance on, drop in to one of our meetings for a visit or give us a call. Someone will be happy to chat with you. If you wish to make a donation to the club, please contact either Willy or Sean. |
| Thursday 10 Sep 2026 1:30 – 3:15 pm |
Member Meeting | East Bayfield Community Centre, Upstairs |
| Thursday 08 Oct 2026 1:30 – 3:15 pm |
Guest Speakers: Philatelist – Garfield Portch Librarian – Natalie Mitchell | East Bayfield Community Centre, Upstairs |
| Thurdsay 12 Nov 2026 1:30 – 3:15 pm |
Member Meeting | East Bayfield Community Centre, Upstairs |
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