Since 1965
Welcome to the CSMMI Website
The Canadian Society of Military Medals & Insignia (CSMMI) is an organization open to all interested in pursuing the hobby of studying, collecting and trading military medals, badges and insignia. We have 4 communications tools.
This Website: In these pages, you will find society information, up-coming events and shows, and links to research sites.
Facebook Site: Daily posts and materials for sale or trade
CSMMI MilArt: Archive of scholarly articles and advanced research.
CSMMI Journal: This is the Society's periodical provided to current members. Some past Journals are posted on this website.
New! Militaria Marketplace
The CSMMI is pleased to collaborate with the Ontario Military Vehicles Association (OMVA) www.omva.ca, and announces two new marketplace events that will appeal to members of both associations and the general public
Saturday, April 25, 2026, Oshawa Marketplace
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, the CSMMI joins the OMVA at a joint marketplace at the Canadian Tank Museum in Oshawa, ON. Details are in the event flyer.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, Kingston Marketplace
On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the CSMMI joins the OMVA at a joint marketplace in Kingston, ON. Details are in the event flyer. This is an opportunity for members and collectors in the Eastern Ontario / Western Quebec region to have an event in their region and to meet members from the OMVA.
Up-coming CSMMI Monthly Shows
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Sunday, May 17, 2026
These shows will be held in Burlington at the Seniors' Centre on New Street
Spaces are available for vendors. See Vendors Wanted ad - 2026 shows
Download a PDF copy of the schedule 2026 CSMMI Shows - final
To view the City of Burlington Announcements on facility closures or to subscribe to their notices, see News and Notices
CSMMI Annual Two-Day Show
Friday, June 19, 2026 & Saturday, June 20, 2026
Burlington Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Centre
3063 South Service Road, Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Details of the Annual Show and registration are now posted. See csmmi.com/annual-show-2026-overview
What's New?
December 19, 2025 - CSMMI 2026 Annual Show details and registration. see csmmi.com/annual-show-2026-overview
March 8, 2026 - Calendar of Events updated. see csmmi.com/events
Military Artifact – MilArt is now CSMMI MilArt
The CSMMI has become the custodian of the Military Artifact - MilArt blog. All of the extensive articles created by its founder, Clive Law, and other contributors are being maintained and made available to researchers and those interested in military history.
A link to access the MilArt blog has been added under the Resource menu of this website. see csmmi.com/csmmimilart
If you want to go directly to the blog, please click here. https://milart.blog/
MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS
Membership renewals are due by January 31st each year. Payment of dues is required to maintain member in good standing status. Use the membership application form to inform the membership secretary of any changes to information on file. See the membership page for more details and payment options.
CSMMI Socials
The CSMMI Facebook site is an active location to share information amongst group members on a daily basis. Currently there are over 2300 members. CSMMI membership is not mandatory, but encouraged. visit here
The CSMMI Instagram site was launched in 2024. Keep in touch with u-coming events and news.visit csmmi_2024