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May

May 17, 2012
Canada Post celebrates cowboy culture with stamps to honour the 100th Anniversary of the Calgary Stampede
Stamps first to feature Augmented Reality

Canada Post is marking this year’s centennial of the Calgary Stampede in style by issuing two commemorative stamps that celebrate the city’s pioneer spirit and western culture.

May 3, 2012
200thanniversary of the establishment of the Red River Settlement commemorated on a stamp

Thomas Douglas, the 5th Earl of Selkirk, dreamed of offering Scottish and Irish farmers their own land to work and encouraging western expansion.

May 1, 2012
Canada Post Group of Companies reports a consolidated financial loss before tax of $253 million for 2011
Labour disruption, continued Lettermail erosion, pension obligation and Supreme Court pay equity decision impact financial results

The Canada Post Group of Companies* today reported that in 2011 the core Canada Post segment had its first financial loss after 16 consecutive years of profitability. On an unconsolidated basis the Canada Post segment reported a financial loss before tax of $327 million.

April

April 13, 2012
Postal Codes and the Importance of Accuracy

While it would be inappropriate for Canada Post to comment on the specifics regarding a legal proceeding, we would like to provide some context when it comes to the importance of quality data.

April 12, 2012
Canada Post positioned for growing e-commerce business
Pacific Processing Centre at Vancouver International Airport a vital gateway for e-commerce via country’s largest delivery network

The Hon. Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport), and Canada Post President and CEO Deepak Chopra today revealed the strategic role a $200-million processing plant now under construction.

April 10, 2012
Canada Post launches free online targeting tool
Helps small & medium-sized businesses better target their marketing efforts

Small and medium-sized businesses across Canada can now find and better target prospective customers with an easy-to-use online tool offered by Canada Post.

April 5, 2012
Titanic commemorative stamp collection on sale today
Special Titanic postmark unveiled

Canada Post’s collection of stamps commemorating the Titanic’s centennial went on sale today in post offices across the country.

March

March 20, 2012
Canada Post commemorates Canadian Titanic ties with stamps
Canadian recovery efforts saluted in marking 100th anniversary of the ship’s disaster

Canada Post unveiled today the images of the five stamps that will be issued on April 5 to mark the centennial of the sinking of RMS Titanic.

March 14, 2012
From electronic to paper: Fraud can happen anywhere
Tips for Preventing Identity Theft

March is Fraud Prevention Month and Canada Post wants to remind customers that fraud, identity theft and other types of scams can happen anywhere – in your mailbox or recycle bin, via email, on the telephone, and more.

March 1, 2012
Spring is in the air at Canada Post with new daylily stamps

The beauty of spring is captured in a stunning new flower stamp series by Canada Post issued today.

February

Feb. 23, 2012
What do cows, running horses and Vincent Van Gogh have in common?
Sculptures by Saskatchewan artist Joe Fafard featured on new stamps

Canada Post issued three stamps today in the ongoing Art Canada series, celebrating the work of contemporary Saskatchewan-based sculptor Joe Fafard.

Feb. 2, 2012
Special postal tributes celebrate iconic Canadians as part of Black History Month
2012 stamps recognize and honour the incredible lives of Viola Desmond and John Ware

Canada Post issued two stamps today in celebration of Black History Month, highlighting the experiences and accomplishments of two remarkable Canadians: Viola Desmond and John Ware.

January

Jan. 31, 2012
Canada Post and love: A match made in postal heaven

Whether it’s a Valentine’s Day card or wedding invitations, two very special post offices see an influx of mail at this time of year.

Jan. 20, 2012
Statement by Canada Post on the tragic passing of Sarah Burke

As long-time supporters of the Canadian Freestyle Team, everyone at Canada Post is saddened by the tragic passing of Sarah Burke.

Jan. 16, 2012
Diamond Jubilee celebration begins at Canada Post
Overall, seven stamps to be issued in 2012 to commemorate the event

This morning, surrounded by approximately 50 children from two area schools, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, accompanied by the Honourable Marjory LeBreton, Leader of the Government in the Senate, and Deepak Chopra, President and CEO of Canada Post unveiled Canada's postal tribute in honour of the Diamond Jubilee at the Museum of Civilization, home to the National Postal Museum.

Jan. 10, 2012
Canada Post breathes fire into the Lunar New Year with Year of the Dragon Stamps

Canada Post today honoured the Year of the Dragon by issuing a pair of stamps and collectibles to mark the Lunar New Year.