The British Columbia Philatelic Society has existed continuously for 90 years. Known popularly as the “B.C. Phil”, the Society was founded on November 27, 1919 as the result of efforts of a stamp collector named G.S. Ketcheson. Its first president was Samuel Grintzburger. Twice-monthly meetings were held at the Hotel Vancouver. By the end of 1919 the society had 35 members.

The purpose of the society is as relevant today as it was in 1919: “To educate and publicize the hobby of philately to as wide an audience as possible, to recruit new members, and to form bonds with collectors and clubs throughout North America and abroad.”

The society is an affiliate of the Royal Philatelic Society of Canada, the American Philatelic Society, and the Northwest Federation of Stamp Clubs.

Official website: http://www.bcphilatelic.org/index.html