PSA brings on-site grading to the Toronto Sport Card Expo
Drop off up to 20 cards in Mississauga, November 5 to 8, and get them back before the show ends. Orders must start in PSA’s Canadian submission center.
By Jamie Budesky · Published October 13, 2026
In short
PSA said on October 13, 2026 that it will grade cards and authenticate autographs on-site at the Toronto Sport Card Expo in Mississauga, November 5 to 8. The limit is 20 cards per customer, tiers may fill, and orders must be created in the PSA Canada Online Submission Center. Build your order online before you arrive.
What PSA announced
PSA said on October 13, 2026 that it will offer on-site grading and specials at the Toronto Sport Card Expo, at the International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga, Ontario.
| Day | Show hours |
|---|---|
| Thursday, November 5 | 4–8 pm |
| Friday, November 6 | 11 am–8 pm |
| Saturday, November 7 | 10 am–6 pm |
| Sunday, November 8 | 10 am–5 pm |
On-site submissions cover cards (vintage, modern, TCG and non-sports) and autographs. The limit is 20 cards per customer, subject to service-level availability. PSA says capacity is limited at each level and asks collectors to check back for which tiers are still open.
Autograph specials
PSA Autograph’s show specials are priced in US dollars:
- USD$10 per signature for authentication only, for autographs signed at the show. Maximum insured value USD$400.
- USD$20 autographed trading card encapsulation for items with an original authentication fee of USD$35 or less, in standard and tall boy holders. Items must be received by 12 pm on Saturday, November 7.
- 20% off authentication for single-signed items from signers with original fees of USD$50 to $150. Cannot be combined with other specials.
- Same-Day Express autograph authentication for an extra USD$75 per order, up to five items. Deadlines are 3 pm Friday, 2 pm Saturday and 1 pm Sunday; there is no same-day service on Thursday.
Before you go
- Rule: create your order in the PSA Canada Online Submission Center. PSA says only orders created there will be accepted. You can also prepare it in the PSA app; a QR code or printed form speeds check-in.
- Pack light. Penny sleeve each card, then put it in a Card Saver. PSA says drop-offs do not need boxes or bubble wrap.
- Have a plan if on-site tiers fill. PSA will also take post-show submissions of cards, tickets, sealed packs, and games and media. Our PSA Standard vs Priority guide helps if you end up choosing a mail-in tier.
- Bring only cards that justify the fee. With 20 slots, pick your best. Our on-site grading drop-off guide from the National covers show-floor tactics.
Why it matters
On-site grading lets you leave a show with graded cards instead of joining PSA’s mail-in queue, which stood at about 9 million cards in late September (see our September 22 note). The trade-off is a hard card limit and tiers that can sell out.
Pre-screen before you use your 20 slots
With a hard card limit, choose your best candidates before the show. CardGrade gives you a photo-based pre-screen of visible condition so you can decide which cards are worth the fee. It is not an official grade, authentication or appraisal, and CardGrade is not affiliated with PSA, BGS, CGC, SGC or TAG. Try a pre-screen
What we could not confirm
- Which on-site service tiers and prices PSA will offer for cards. PSA says to check back for availability.
- Whether on-site card grading is priced in US or Canadian dollars. The specials above are in US dollars.
- How many on-site slots PSA will have per tier.
Sources
- PSA: On-Site Grading and Specials at the Toronto Sport Card Expo (October 13, 2026)
Frequently asked questions
Is PSA doing on-site grading at the Toronto Sport Card Expo?
Yes. PSA will offer on-site grading and autograph services at the Toronto Sport Card Expo at the International Centre in Mississauga, November 5 to 8, 2026.
How many cards can I submit on-site to PSA in Toronto?
Up to 20 cards per customer, subject to service-level availability.
Do I need a PSA Canada account for the Toronto show?
PSA says only orders created in the PSA Canada Online Submission Center will be accepted. You can also prepare the order in the PSA app.
What are the PSA autograph specials at the Toronto Sport Card Expo?
USD$10 per signature for authentication of autographs signed at the show, USD$20 autographed trading card encapsulation for items with original fees of USD$35 or less, and 20% off for signers with fees of USD$50 to $150.
What are the PSA same-day autograph deadlines in Toronto?
Same-day express autograph authentication costs an extra USD$75 per order, up to five items. Deadlines are 3 pm Friday, 2 pm Saturday and 1 pm Sunday; there is no same-day service on Thursday.