About Sparks Auctions

Sparks Auctions, now in its 16th year, was founded in 2007 by a group of advanced stamp and postal history collectors and experienced philatelic professionals in Ottawa, Canada. It is a traditional auction house using modern tools and methods. Sparks Auctions works for consignors to present their material in ways that attract attention and bidders from around the world and maximize realizations for those consignors. The knowledgeable, friendly team at Sparks Auctions can help you build your collections and exhibits and help you find new homes for your treasures.

The Sparks Auctions Team

Kate Morrow, Auction Coordinator, Lotter
Matt Johnston, Website & Technical Coordinator, Bookkeeper, Auctioneer
Peter MacDonald, General Manager, Auctioneer, Lotter

Antoine Babinsky, Sale Day Support, Auction Lotter
Wayne Park, Sale Day Support
Caroline Phillips, Sale Day Support
Jeff Slemin, Sale Day Support
Richard Thouin, Auction Lotter
Hank Van der Linde, Sale Day Support

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ian Kimmerly, FRPSC, President
Ian Smillie, CM, Treasurer
Antoine Babinsky, Director

Expert Input

Along with our staff team, we draw on the expertise and experience of many other individuals, including collectors and exhibitors who have won Gold Medals. Most have contributed locally and nationally to organized philately as Editors, Presidents, or leaders of Societies, Clubs and Stamp Shows. 

We hold several Public Auctions per year. At each sale, a live auction floor is complemented by large numbers of on-line and advance bidders. With live bidding on Stamp Auction Network, attractive printed catalogues, and a comprehensive website, we have a track record of successful sales. We also hold Floor Sales and Private Treaty (retail) offerings from time-to-time.

Please review the Terms & Conditions page for details about participating in a sale, and check our Consignors page to learn how to make the most of your consignment, whether it’s a stamp collecting area you no longer pursue, surplus collection material and accumulations, or an inheritance or estate. We would be happy to work with you to find a new home for your philatelic material.

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Our offices are at 1770 Woodward Drive (full mailing address below). We are open by appointment only, Monday-Friday. Please call ahead to set up or confirm your appointment.