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OUR holdings

The Community Archives houses documents, photographic records, maps, plans, drawings, ephemera, audio and video recordings and more from individuals and families, arts and community organizations, local businesses, schools and local government. The archives also maintain a small reference library collection pertaining to the history of the municipality, genealogical research, and the administration of archives.

Information about our holdings are accessible through the Archives Digital Repository

ONLINE DIGITAL REPOSITORY

At present, however, the online database only includes a portion of our holdings and therefore we encourage you to contact the Archives if you come across a name, place, or subject for which you find no records or images. We are continuing to add content as our volunteer-based operation allows.

How to Search the ONLINE DIGITAL REPOSITORY

Local Newspapers

ACCESSING the archives

We are committed to assisting everyone who contacts us, but because we are a volunteer-based operation with limited hours of operation, it can sometimes take time to process an individual request.

Requests for information may be made in person, by telephone or through writing.   Every effort shall be made to assist visitors, however, Archives staff reserve the right to limit research on behalf of a patron if it requires an inordinate amount of time.

Please note for non-residents a fee is charged to cover administration costs.

Some of the Archives holdings may not be immediately accessible for the following reasons:

  • Records are subject to the provisions of the Personal Information Protection Act of British Columbia.
  • Access restrictions placed by the donor.
  • Unprocessed records which may contain restricted information.
  • The records are too fragile or damaged to be handled or copied for viewing

Reproductions of materials are available conditional upon any donor or copyright restrictions and the fragility of the material. Users will be charged fees to offset costs associated with providing the reproduction(s).

REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

We require all researchers to register by completing an Information Request form. The personal information collected on the form is only used for purposes of responding to the inquiry, keeping a record of the materials accessed by the researcher which may be of use to them in the future and generating statistics containing non-personal data (i.e. data which does not contain personally identifiable information.)

HANDLING REGULATIONS

Archival material is unique and irreplaceable, therefore, researchers are asked to observe the following procedures when handling them. We reserve the right to refuse or remove materials from visitors who do not comply with these regulations or who are disruptive.

  • Observe directions given by staff when using accessing archival materials. Ask for assistance if needed.
  • Only pencils or an electronic device can be used for note-taking in the archives. No pens, markers, etc.
  • No food or drink is permitted in the Reference Services Room.
  • Please wash your hands before handling materials, and avoid applying any lotion or hand-sanitizer prior to your visit, if possible.
  • Only use one box and one folder at a time, to avoid getting materials mixed up!
  • Handle all items gently on a flat surface and use any supports given to you by the Archivist. Report any damage to staff immediately.
  • You may be asked to wear gloves when using material that is susceptible to damage.
  • Avoid “flipping” through books or pages – old paper can be very brittle & will break if handled roughly.
  • Removal of staples and pins is prohibited. If fasteners must be removed in order to read documents, ask staff for assistance. Report problems to staff.
  • No archival or library material may be removed from the Reference Services Room.
  • The Reference Services Room is a quiet study area, therefore, conversation should be kept at an appropriate level and cell phones should be either turned off or set to silent mode.

INSTRUCTIONAL videos

How to Book a Visit

How to Access the Online Database

BOOK a visit

Public access to the Archives is by appointment only on a first come, first serve basis. It is required that you book 2 business days in advance using the form below. If there is an urgent need for access to the Archives please email the Archivist directly. There is a maximum occupancy of 3 visitors at one time.

It is recommended that you consult with the Archivist about your research topic prior to booking a visit, please call 604-820-2621 or send an email.

How to Book a Visit

Submit

REQUEST remote services

If you are unable to visit in-person, the Archives provides remote inquiry services. Please provide detailed information about your research topic via

  • phone (604-820-2621)
  • letter (PO Box 3522, Mission BC V2V 4L1) or
  • email 

You will then be advised if we hold relevant sources in our holdings and whether or not it is worthwhile to pursue research through us.  If it is, and you decide to have the Archives staff do further research, our fee is $25.00 per hour with a minimum one hour charge.    

Through our remote inquiry service, we will advise you of what sources we have, provide quotations for digital imaging services and if applicable, suggest other possible sources and repositories for information.

Please note that we are a volunteer based operation that is only open 2 days a week (Thursdays and Fridays).  Since we have a high volume of requests, a remote inquiry can take 4-6 weeks to process.

HOURS of operation

Thursday: 9 am – 12:00 noon & 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9 am – 12:00 noon & 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Closed Statutory Holidays.

We are wheelchair accessible.

REPRODUCTION services and fees

Reproductions of materials are available conditional upon any donor or copyright restrictions and the fragility of the material. Users will be charged fees to offset costs associated with providing the reproduction(s). For further details please email us





ARCHIVES HOURS

By Appointment
Thursdays & Fridays:
9:00AM to 12:00
and 1:00 to 5:00PM
Wheelchair Accessible
 

ADDRESS & PHONE

33215 2nd Avenue,
P.O. Box 3522, Mission, B.C.
V2V 4L1
Ph. 604.820.2621

GENEROUSLY SUPPORTED BY

The Mission District Historical Society gratefully acknowledges financial support received from the City of Mission, the province of British Columbia and private and corporate donors.

 

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