The Canadian Comic Market in 2025: Trends Collectors Should Watch
If 2024 was the year of correction, 2025 is shaping up to be the year of stabilization for the comic book market — especially here in Canada. After a few turbulent years of price swings and grading backlogs, collectors are shifting focus: quality, liquidity, and…
Where to Buy Comics in Canada: The Smart Collector’s Sourcing Guide
If you’re serious about building an investment-grade comic collection, knowing where to buy comics in Canada is everything. Not all sources are created equal — and where you buy often matters more than what you buy. From raw moderns to CGC-graded grails, Canadian collectors…
Comic Storage and Preservation in Canada: Keeping Your Collection Investment-Grade
You’ve spent time and money building your comic collection — maybe even graded a few through CGC or CBCS. But here’s the part too many collectors overlook: how you store your comics directly affects their long-term value. In Canada’s climate — with freezing winters, humid…
Comic Pressing and Cleaning in Canada: Does It Really Boost Your Grade?
If you’ve ever looked at a comic and thought, “It’s almost a 9.8…”, you’ve probably wondered if pressing or cleaning could push it over the edge. For Canadian collectors, the question isn’t just “does it help?” — it’s also “is it worth the…
CBC vs CGC Canada: Which Grading Service Gives You the Better ROI?
CBC vs CGC Canada — it’s the debate every comic investor eventually faces. When it comes to comic book grading, your choice can make or break resale value. A 9.8 in one case might sell for hundreds more than a 9.6 — and…
Why Silver Age Comics Canada Still Matters for Investors
When comic book investors talk about blue-chip collectibles, the Silver Age (1956–1970) is always near the top of the list. For Canadian collectors, Silver Age comics offer a rare mix of cultural significance, key first appearances, and long-term appreciation. If you’re serious about building a portfolio…
Comic Book Investing Canada: 7 Mistakes New Collectors Must Avoid The Canadian comic market is thriving. From vintage keys to modern variants, more collectors are realizing that comic books can be both a passion and a profitable investment. But here’s the truth: comic book investing Canada newcomers often lose money—not because the market is bad,…
Raw Graded Comics Canada: 5 Reasons They’re a Smart Investment If you collect comics in Canada, you’ve probably seen slabbed, CGC-graded issues going for hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars. But here’s the truth: raw graded comics Canada collectors are buying now might be the smartest investment move you can make. Whether you’re new to comic book…
CGC 9.6 vs 9.8 — it’s only half a grade, but the price gap can be massive. Should you always chase the 9.8 premium, or are 9.6s the smarter buy (especially in Canada where shipping, FX, and taxes pile on)? Let’s break down the data, psychology, and resale realities so you can invest with intent—not…
Top 5 Tips for Graded Comics Investment Canada – Beginner’s Guide Investing in comic books has come a long way from flea‑market hunts. Today, professionally graded comics—sealed in tamper‑evident slabs with an official numeric score—trade like blue‑chip collectibles. If you’re in Canada and wondering how to start, this step‑by‑step guide breaks down everything you need…