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What is the Canadians in Hollywood stamp set?	The Canadians in Hollywood issue is a new set of domestic rate stamps created to honour the lives and achievements of four Canadians who have left a lasting impression in Hollywood.
Who are the featured stars?	John Candy (1950-1994) - born in Toronto, Ontario Lorne Greene (1915-1987) born in Ottawa, Ontario Mary Pickford (1892-1979) - born in Toronto, Ontario Fay Wray (1907-2004) - born in Cardston, Alberta
Availability:	The Canadians in Hollywood stamps are available by visiting local Canadian postal outlets, online at www.canadapost.ca/collecting or by calling toll-free 1-800-565-4362.
Retail price:	Booklet of 8 self-adhesive stamps: $4.08 Special souvenir sheet of four stamps: $2.04 Official First Day Cover: $3.04 Postcards, stamped for mailing anywhere in the world: $1.69
Stamp information:	Issue date: May 26, 2006 Off-sale date: May 25, 2007, or while supplies last 6 million booklets printed
Other events:	Cardston, Alberta: May 26, 2006 has been declared Fay Wray Day in Cardston. The unveiling ceremony will take place in the town square with the Mayor. Los Angeles: As part of their Canada Day Celebrations, the Canadian Consulate General will unveil the four Canadians in Hollywood stamps, in an event at the Official Residence on June 29, 2006.