To welcome the Chinese New Year, Canada Post has issued a set of stamps to celebrate the Year of the Dog. / VCG Photo

The stamps have a Chinese edition and international edition, both of which feature Chinese lanterns. Red and gold are the main colors used to celebrate the traditional festival. /VCG Photo

The Chinese consul general in Toronto, He Wei, unveiled the Chinese version of the stamps in Richmond Hill City, Ontario Province on Wednesday. /VCG Photo

A series of dog-themed postcards were issued alongside the stamps. Customers have already been eager to get a hold of them. /VCG Photo