Welcome to CCAC's very first newsletter.

Sent to subscribers in April 2026 — archived here as published. Prices, dates and offers were current at the time of sending.

Thank you for joining us. Our goal is to bring you insight into the world of coin collecting — information, news, articles and links that help you develop your skills, invitations to events, introductions to things you may not already know, and much more.

Toronto Coin Expo — May 1 & 2, 2026

We are so excited to announce that Canadian Coins & Collectibles will have a booth at the Toronto Coin Expo this year. This is our first event, and we are stoked to say the least. The Expo is held at the Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street. Stop by and see us, browse inventory, and connect with fellow collectors.

At our booth we will:

• Review coins and banknotes and advise which pieces are strong grading candidates.
• Offer friendly market and grading advice.
• Take in your coins and banknotes for PCGS submission.

We welcome Canadian, U.S. and world coins; banknotes of all eras, including error and replacement notes; and special pieces such as error coins and star notes.

Grading spotlight — what makes a strong candidate

• Eye appeal. Attractive toning and strong lustre.
• Strike quality. Well-defined details, especially on older silver issues.
• Surface preservation. Minimal marks, abrasions or cleaning.
• Rarity and demand. Key dates and popular issues often benefit most from certification.

Not sure whether a piece clears the bar? That is exactly what a pre-submission assessment is for.

Market watch — gold & silver in CAD

Gold is trading in Canada near CAD $6,500—$6,700 per ounce and remains supported by safe-haven demand and central-bank buying. Silver is trading near CAD $95—$105 per ounce after a volatile correction. For Canadian buyers, the USD/CAD exchange rate and dealer premiums materially affect the cash price for physical bullion.

Why prices moved

• Safe-haven flows and geopolitical risk pushed investors into gold.
• Central-bank and institutional buying created a structural bid for gold.
• Silver's hybrid role, investment and industrial, amplified volatility.
• USD strength and rising real yields can pressure both metals.

What to watch

• USD/CAD. A weaker Canadian dollar raises CAD bullion prices.
• U.S. Treasury yields and Fed guidance. Rising real yields typically pressure precious metals.
• ETF flows and central-bank purchases. Large inflows or outflows move spot quickly.
• Industrial demand. Solar, EVs, batteries and AI support silver over the medium term.

Practical guidance

• Always compare CAD spot plus dealer premium plus shipping and taxes before buying.
• Consider dollar-cost averaging to reduce timing risk when building bullion holdings.
• At a show, compare quotes from multiple dealers, ask for live CAD pricing, and factor in immediate liquidity if you plan to sell.
• Treat numismatic coins separately from bullion — they follow rarity and grade, not just metal content.

Our live spot prices and melt-value calculator are updated continuously if you want to check today's numbers.

Numismatic training, all expenses paid

Stack's Bowers Galleries was accepting applications for its 2026 Professional Numismatic Program, held in Costa Mesa, California from 26 to 31 July 2026. Applicants had to be between 18 and 25 at the time of the program, and applications closed on 1 May 2026.

The program covered:

• Advanced coin grading. Techniques for evaluating condition and market impact.
• Wholesale trading and valuation. Dealer-level pricing and market dynamics.
• Bullion trading. Precious-metal markets and trading strategies.
• U.S. and world paper money. Identification, grading and valuation of banknotes.
• The complete auction process. From consignment through to settlement.

Selected applicants had travel, hotel, food and beverage covered in full. Opportunities like this are rare — if you know a young collector, it is worth watching for the next intake.

Subscriber giveaway

This issue announced a draw for a PCGS MS65 Franklin Half Dollar, with a Canadian value of about $125, drawn on 9 May 2026. Winners agree to provide their full name, a photo and a brief comment for use in future CCAC promotional material. Open to Canadian residents.

How to enter now: our quarterly giveaway has moved to its own entry form — newsletter subscribers are no longer entered automatically. Enter the current draw here, and see the giveaway rules for full terms.