5 cents Loon
The fifth and final Wildlife series issue, a single 5 cent stamp featuring the Loon, was released on April 10, 1957 coinciding with National Wildlife Week. The stamp was designed by Laurence Hyde of Montreal.
Essays
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National Archives of Canada
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National Archives of Canada
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National Archives of Canada
First Day Covers
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Usages
Domestic Forward Letter
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Brantford to Hamilton, October 1, 1957
5 cents forward letter rate
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Edmonton Exhibition post office to Toronto, July 17, 1957
5 cents forward letter rate
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Edmonton Exhibition Post Office cds
July 17, 1957
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1957 Edmonton Exhibition cachet