People across Canada report thefts of Pokémon trading cards, with victims describing losses they say are driven by both nostalgia and the cards’ high resale value. In Toronto, Terri Settle says she believed she had resolved a theft problem in August, but later reports suggest the issue continues. Other reports describe similar incidents involving sought-after card sets and individual high-value cards.
The coverage highlights that the stolen cards can be sold through online marketplaces or collectors’ networks, sometimes for “seven-figure” sums depending on the card’s condition, rarity and grading. While details vary by case and location, outlets point to organized or opportunistic theft as buyers and sellers pursue valuable inventory. Some reporting frames the trend as a growing pattern rather than isolated burglaries, emphasizing the broader demand that fuels repeat targeting.
Across outlets, the core agreement is that Pokémon card collecting remains a major draw for both fans and buyers, and that this demand increases incentives for theft. The different angles largely focus on how victims describe their experiences and how journalists connect the thefts to resale economics.
