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The BNAPS Virtual Exhibition and Conference 2026 (VEC 2026) will feature an online competitive exhibition. The exhibit classes, frame limits, exhibit rules, judging, and awards will be similar to physical conventions. There are three major differences:

• Exhibits are displayed online rather than mounted in frames. Each exhibit page is displayed as a separate image.
• Viewing isn't constrained to the tight three-day window imposed by a physical convention. Exhibits are displayed from the time they are submitted, beginning in December, until they are removed from the website on 20 February.
• Best of all, there are NO FRAME FEES! And no insurance hassles, no transportation worries.

Non-competitive exhibits are also welcome. First time exhibitor? Want to spark interest in, or get feedback about, your area of specialization from fellow collectors? A non-competitive exhibit avoids the judging pressures.

Who can exhibit

Exhibitors must be members of BNAPS. You can exhibit under a pseudonym. Make your wishes known when you submit your Exhibit Entry Form.

Entry forms must be submitted no later than 20 January.

Exhibit pages must be submitted no later than 20 January. They will be posted on the website as they are submitted and approved by the Exhibits Chair.

Who can view the exhibits

VEC 2026 is open to BNAPS members and non-members; however, everyone must register on the BNAPS website to "attend" the convention. Registration is free. Only registered individuals will be given access to exhibits and study group seminars.

Exhibition Prospectus and Exhibit Entry Form

Here is the latest Exhibition Prospectus, dated 4 November 2025:

Exhibition Prospectus

Questions

Questions about this virtual exhibition should be directed to the Exhibits Chair, Dave Bartlet, by email: vecExhibits@bnaps.org.

Guidelines for synopsis preparation and information on judging at BNAPS exhibitions are available below.

• Synopsis Preparation
• Judging Guidelines for Juries and Exhibitors

As a specialist society, BNAPS has developed its own Judging Guidelines for BNAPS exhibits. However, the following references offer useful suggestions and guides for the preparation of exhibits.

The Royal Philatelic Society of Canada (RPSC) has published an informative series articles covering various aspects of exhibiting by David Piercey in its journal, The Canadian Philatelist. These articles are available online at the RPSC website. The articles explore such topics as designing the title page, producing an effective exhibit synopsis, preparing that first exhibit, and the importance of planning, telling a story, presentation, and research.

The American Association of Philatelic Exhibitors (AAPE) website has articles about creating an exhibit, preparing the synopsis and title page, and judging criteria (but note that the AAPE rules apply to AAPE awards). The website also offers examples of successful exhibits.

The Online Resources and Exhibits (ORE) area of the BNAPS website has several examples of award-winning exhibits, many of them shown at previous BNAPS conventions.