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Library and Archives Canada preserves your documentary heritage.
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En Français : @bibliotheque-archives.canada.ca
Terms and conditions: http://ow.ly/PSbf50Kw33P
En Français : @bibliotheque-archives.canada.ca
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As the continuing memory of the federal government, we safeguard Canada’s distant past and recent history for generations to come.
Immerse yourself in a journey of discovery!
#Libraries #Archives #History #CanadaSky
As the continuing memory of the federal government, we safeguard Canada’s distant past and recent history for generations to come.
Immerse yourself in a journey of discovery!
#Libraries #Archives #History #CanadaSky
Join us in the National Capital Region on November 29 to learn the art of hand lettering on a greeting card!
Don’t miss your chance—register now for the Art from the Archives workshop: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Don’t miss your chance—register now for the Art from the Archives workshop: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 26, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Join us in the National Capital Region on November 29 to learn the art of hand lettering on a greeting card!
Don’t miss your chance—register now for the Art from the Archives workshop: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Don’t miss your chance—register now for the Art from the Archives workshop: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Join us in Ottawa on December 4 for the launch of Donald Murray’s book and a lively discussion about the life and career of Canadian hockey legend Howie Morenz.
Save your seat now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Save your seat now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Join us in Ottawa on December 4 for the launch of Donald Murray’s book and a lively discussion about the life and career of Canadian hockey legend Howie Morenz.
Save your seat now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Save your seat now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Make your voice count — join LAC’s Youth Advisory Council!
Are you between 16 and 25? We’re looking for engaged, curious, and creative people who want to help shape the future of libraries and archives.
Ready to make a real difference? Apply by December 3!
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Are you between 16 and 25? We’re looking for engaged, curious, and creative people who want to help shape the future of libraries and archives.
Ready to make a real difference? Apply by December 3!
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Make your voice count — join LAC’s Youth Advisory Council!
Are you between 16 and 25? We’re looking for engaged, curious, and creative people who want to help shape the future of libraries and archives.
Ready to make a real difference? Apply by December 3!
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Are you between 16 and 25? We’re looking for engaged, curious, and creative people who want to help shape the future of libraries and archives.
Ready to make a real difference? Apply by December 3!
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Today, let’s celebrate hidden talents! It doesn’t matter what it is, as long as you’re doing it!
It’s no secret that everyone has that one special thing they do better than anyone else or that one activity that brings them joy and lets them express who they are.
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It’s no secret that everyone has that one special thing they do better than anyone else or that one activity that brings them joy and lets them express who they are.
📷 5188948 1/4
November 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Today, let’s celebrate hidden talents! It doesn’t matter what it is, as long as you’re doing it!
It’s no secret that everyone has that one special thing they do better than anyone else or that one activity that brings them joy and lets them express who they are.
📷 5188948 1/4
It’s no secret that everyone has that one special thing they do better than anyone else or that one activity that brings them joy and lets them express who they are.
📷 5188948 1/4
Noreen Young was an internationally renowned puppeteer, puppet artist, designer and producer, whose fonds offers a window into her outstanding talent and legacy as a children’s television entertainer: youtu.be/Nx10EgxUdiY
Unboxing With An Archivist: The Noreen Young Fonds
YouTube video by Library and Archives Canada
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November 21, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Noreen Young was an internationally renowned puppeteer, puppet artist, designer and producer, whose fonds offers a window into her outstanding talent and legacy as a children’s television entertainer: youtu.be/Nx10EgxUdiY
Join us in Ottawa tonight for the launch of We Breed Lions: Confronting Canada’s Troubled Hockey Culture, by award-winning journalist and bestselling author Rick Westhead.
Save your seat now:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Save your seat now:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 19, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Join us in Ottawa tonight for the launch of We Breed Lions: Confronting Canada’s Troubled Hockey Culture, by award-winning journalist and bestselling author Rick Westhead.
Save your seat now:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Save your seat now:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Today, we are happy to welcome the Hon. Sergio Marchi for the launch his new book, “Pursuing a Public Life: How to Succeed in the Political Arena.”
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 18, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Today, we are happy to welcome the Hon. Sergio Marchi for the launch his new book, “Pursuing a Public Life: How to Succeed in the Political Arena.”
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
We’re proud to safeguard the stories, letters, photographs, and records that honour the legacies of seniors throughout Canadian history.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/lac-bac/albums/72177720319417450/
📸 4949782, 3349631, 494901, 4948483
#Libraries #Archives #CanadianHistory
https://www.flickr.com/photos/lac-bac/albums/72177720319417450/
📸 4949782, 3349631, 494901, 4948483
#Libraries #Archives #CanadianHistory
November 17, 2025 at 3:53 PM
We’re proud to safeguard the stories, letters, photographs, and records that honour the legacies of seniors throughout Canadian history.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/lac-bac/albums/72177720319417450/
📸 4949782, 3349631, 494901, 4948483
#Libraries #Archives #CanadianHistory
https://www.flickr.com/photos/lac-bac/albums/72177720319417450/
📸 4949782, 3349631, 494901, 4948483
#Libraries #Archives #CanadianHistory
On November 19, join us in Ottawa for the launch of “We Breed Lions: Confronting Canada's Troubled Hockey Culture” by award-winning journalist and bestselling author Rick Westhead.
Save your spot now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Save your spot now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 14, 2025 at 6:06 PM
On November 19, join us in Ottawa for the launch of “We Breed Lions: Confronting Canada's Troubled Hockey Culture” by award-winning journalist and bestselling author Rick Westhead.
Save your spot now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Save your spot now: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
One month ago, we held the grand finale for our inaugural Creator in Residence!
For eight months, digital artist Eric Chan (eepmon) explored archival and published collections to inspire his creative path.
For eight months, digital artist Eric Chan (eepmon) explored archival and published collections to inspire his creative path.
November 14, 2025 at 3:53 PM
One month ago, we held the grand finale for our inaugural Creator in Residence!
For eight months, digital artist Eric Chan (eepmon) explored archival and published collections to inspire his creative path.
For eight months, digital artist Eric Chan (eepmon) explored archival and published collections to inspire his creative path.
#OTD Canadian scientist Frederick Grant Banting was born.
His research with John Macleod, Charles Best, and James Collip led to the discovery of insulin as a treatment for diabetes.
They saved the lives of millions of people living with diabetes. #WorldDiabetesDay 📷3192320
November 14, 2025 at 1:01 PM
#OTD Canadian scientist Frederick Grant Banting was born.
His research with John Macleod, Charles Best, and James Collip led to the discovery of insulin as a treatment for diabetes.
They saved the lives of millions of people living with diabetes. #WorldDiabetesDay 📷3192320
On November 18, we’re happy to welcome the Hon. Sergio Marchi at 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa, to launch his new book, “Pursuing a Public Life: How to Succeed in the Political Arena.” https://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/services/public/events/events/2025/book-launch-pursuing-public-life.html
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
On November 18, we’re happy to welcome the Hon. Sergio Marchi at 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa, to launch his new book, “Pursuing a Public Life: How to Succeed in the Political Arena.” https://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/services/public/events/events/2025/book-launch-pursuing-public-life.html
“I cannot talk. I can only paint.”
Mary Riter Hamilton painted the battlefields after the First World War as a testament to its devastating cost. She would suffer mental and physical illnesses in the process of creating her paintings. 📷2835996 1/5
Mary Riter Hamilton painted the battlefields after the First World War as a testament to its devastating cost. She would suffer mental and physical illnesses in the process of creating her paintings. 📷2835996 1/5
November 13, 2025 at 12:57 PM
“I cannot talk. I can only paint.”
Mary Riter Hamilton painted the battlefields after the First World War as a testament to its devastating cost. She would suffer mental and physical illnesses in the process of creating her paintings. 📷2835996 1/5
Mary Riter Hamilton painted the battlefields after the First World War as a testament to its devastating cost. She would suffer mental and physical illnesses in the process of creating her paintings. 📷2835996 1/5
Join us in the National Capital Region on November 29 to learn the art of hand lettering on a greeting card! Don’t miss your chance—register now for the Art from the Archives workshop: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 12, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Join us in the National Capital Region on November 29 to learn the art of hand lettering on a greeting card! Don’t miss your chance—register now for the Art from the Archives workshop: www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
If you’re in the national capital region tonight, join us for the book launch of “Challenging Exile: Japanese Canadians and the Wartime Constitution” by Eric M. Adams and Jordan Stanger-Ross.
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 12, 2025 at 2:08 PM
If you’re in the national capital region tonight, join us for the book launch of “Challenging Exile: Japanese Canadians and the Wartime Constitution” by Eric M. Adams and Jordan Stanger-Ross.
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
On this Remembrance Day, as a silent tribute to those who have served Canada, the Preservation Centre and Preservation Storage Facility in Gatineau will be illuminated in red from sunset to 11:00 p.m.
#CanadaRemembers
#CanadaRemembers
November 11, 2025 at 2:02 PM
On this Remembrance Day, as a silent tribute to those who have served Canada, the Preservation Centre and Preservation Storage Facility in Gatineau will be illuminated in red from sunset to 11:00 p.m.
#CanadaRemembers
#CanadaRemembers
“Darling, may I have a glass of water?”
An everyday gesture now, but one that once required much more effort.
Our Flickr album on wells will make you appreciate some of the advantages of technological progress.
www.flickr.com/photos/lac-b...
📷 3517825, 4317588, 3305972
An everyday gesture now, but one that once required much more effort.
Our Flickr album on wells will make you appreciate some of the advantages of technological progress.
www.flickr.com/photos/lac-b...
📷 3517825, 4317588, 3305972
November 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
“Darling, may I have a glass of water?”
An everyday gesture now, but one that once required much more effort.
Our Flickr album on wells will make you appreciate some of the advantages of technological progress.
www.flickr.com/photos/lac-b...
📷 3517825, 4317588, 3305972
An everyday gesture now, but one that once required much more effort.
Our Flickr album on wells will make you appreciate some of the advantages of technological progress.
www.flickr.com/photos/lac-b...
📷 3517825, 4317588, 3305972
We hold the personnel records of Canadians who served in WWII. On this 80th year since the end of that war, take some time to explore their stories. www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
📷 3378550, 3378707, 3520664, 3206595
#CanadaRemembers
📷 3378550, 3378707, 3520664, 3206595
#CanadaRemembers
November 10, 2025 at 3:05 PM
We hold the personnel records of Canadians who served in WWII. On this 80th year since the end of that war, take some time to explore their stories. www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
📷 3378550, 3378707, 3520664, 3206595
#CanadaRemembers
📷 3378550, 3378707, 3520664, 3206595
#CanadaRemembers
Discover the untold stories from the #SecondWorldWar through letters from French civilians to Canadian soldiers.
Read more in our blog: thediscoverblog.com/2024/11/07/m...
📸5034948 #CanadaRemembers
Read more in our blog: thediscoverblog.com/2024/11/07/m...
📸5034948 #CanadaRemembers
November 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Discover the untold stories from the #SecondWorldWar through letters from French civilians to Canadian soldiers.
Read more in our blog: thediscoverblog.com/2024/11/07/m...
📸5034948 #CanadaRemembers
Read more in our blog: thediscoverblog.com/2024/11/07/m...
📸5034948 #CanadaRemembers
Gagwe:gih’s, also known as Tom Cogwagee Longboat, life and accomplishments are fascinating and inspiring. This #IndigenousVeteransDay, learn more about him: https://library-archives.canada.ca/eng/collection/engage-learn/podcast/Pages/59-tom-longboat.aspx
📷 3194329
📷 3194329
November 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Gagwe:gih’s, also known as Tom Cogwagee Longboat, life and accomplishments are fascinating and inspiring. This #IndigenousVeteransDay, learn more about him: https://library-archives.canada.ca/eng/collection/engage-learn/podcast/Pages/59-tom-longboat.aspx
📷 3194329
📷 3194329
What does #Reconciliation mean to you? How can you honour these values in your daily life?
Our exhibition preparators asked themselves these questions. One answer, as a concrete step towards reconciliation, was facilitating the transport and display of treaties for their communities. 1/5
Our exhibition preparators asked themselves these questions. One answer, as a concrete step towards reconciliation, was facilitating the transport and display of treaties for their communities. 1/5
November 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
What does #Reconciliation mean to you? How can you honour these values in your daily life?
Our exhibition preparators asked themselves these questions. One answer, as a concrete step towards reconciliation, was facilitating the transport and display of treaties for their communities. 1/5
Our exhibition preparators asked themselves these questions. One answer, as a concrete step towards reconciliation, was facilitating the transport and display of treaties for their communities. 1/5
In honour of Treaties Recognition Week, join us tonight in Ottawa for a fascinating overview of the treaty process with acclaimed Anishinaabe writer Armand Ruffo!
https://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/services/public/events/events/2025/treaties-recognition-armand-ruffo.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/services/public/events/events/2025/treaties-recognition-armand-ruffo.html
November 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In honour of Treaties Recognition Week, join us tonight in Ottawa for a fascinating overview of the treaty process with acclaimed Anishinaabe writer Armand Ruffo!
https://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/services/public/events/events/2025/treaties-recognition-armand-ruffo.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/library-archives/services/public/events/events/2025/treaties-recognition-armand-ruffo.html
The fourth edition of “Lingua Franca: A Common Language for Conservators of Photographic Materials” is available for free in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese!
A free resource for anyone working or interested in photography!
library-archives.canada.ca/eng/collecti...
A free resource for anyone working or interested in photography!
library-archives.canada.ca/eng/collecti...
November 6, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The fourth edition of “Lingua Franca: A Common Language for Conservators of Photographic Materials” is available for free in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese!
A free resource for anyone working or interested in photography!
library-archives.canada.ca/eng/collecti...
A free resource for anyone working or interested in photography!
library-archives.canada.ca/eng/collecti...
On November 12, join us in Ottawa for the launch of “Challenging Exile: Japanese Canadians and the Wartime Constitution” by Eric M. Adams and Jordan Stanger-Ross, an illuminating book on rights, democracy and Canadian history.
Reserve your spot:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Reserve your spot:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
November 5, 2025 at 6:28 PM
On November 12, join us in Ottawa for the launch of “Challenging Exile: Japanese Canadians and the Wartime Constitution” by Eric M. Adams and Jordan Stanger-Ross, an illuminating book on rights, democracy and Canadian history.
Reserve your spot:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Reserve your spot:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
Each year, Veterans’ Week is a time to remember the contributions and sacrifices of all of those who have served and continue to serve our country in times of conflict and in peacetime.
Check out the resources we’ve gathered:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
#CanadaRemembers
Check out the resources we’ve gathered:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
#CanadaRemembers
November 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Each year, Veterans’ Week is a time to remember the contributions and sacrifices of all of those who have served and continue to serve our country in times of conflict and in peacetime.
Check out the resources we’ve gathered:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
#CanadaRemembers
Check out the resources we’ve gathered:
www.canada.ca/en/library-a...
#CanadaRemembers