An “archives” works to acquire, preserve and make available material collected under the terms of a particular mandate. Archival evidence is based on the concept of a
record, which can be a paper document, a photograph, a map, a film, sound recordings, an electronic diskette, documentary art, or an architectural drawing. Archives ensure that the records of today are preserved for future generations. People can then use the records to study and understand the life, ideas and thoughts of their original creators, linking the past, present and future. Library and Archives Canada has prepared
Using Archives: A Practical Guide for Researchers. It is committed to making available online as much of its collection as possible by providing links to many
digital collections and exhibitions. For additional information, contact the
Association of Canadian Archivists.
