Winnipeg Philatelic Society "FAQ's"

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are we?
The Winnipeg Philatelic Society is the oldest stamp club in Western Canada. It is the umbrella organization of The Winnipeg Youth Stamp Club, The Creative Retirement Stamp Club, The Scandinavian Collector's Club of Winnipeg and The British North America Philatelic Society Manitoba Regional Group.

Where do you meet?
The meetings are held at The Scandinavian Centre,
764 Erin Street in Winnipeg.

When do you meet?
The club meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 6:30 p.m., except July and August; the last meeting in June and last the meeting in December.

What is The Buffalo?
The Buffalo is the official newsletter of the WPS. The Buffalo is published 10 times a year. Archived copies of The Buffalo are available online at this site. Just click on The Buffalo button to view this award winning newsletter.

Do you run circuit books?
Circuits are books containing stamps and other philatelic material for sale. The books are filled by local members and are available to members of the WPS only. Our books contain a wide variety of material to fill the most exacting needs of our members.

Is there a library?
The WPS has an extensive research library available on loan for two week periods. Reference books, catalogues and periodicals are available to all WPS members.

What are the membership fees?
Annual fees are:
Adults $35.00 per year
Spouse $25.00 per year
Senior $25.00 per year
Junior $15.00 per year
There is a one time Administration Fee of $2.00
Life Memberships $350.00

Sounds Great!! How do I join?
All you have to do is either just attend one of our meetings or send us an E-mail to receive an application. You can also contact us at:
     The Winnipeg Philatelic Society
     Box 1425
     Winnipeg, MB
     R3C 2Z1