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What to expect when you come to the Archives

The City of Winnipeg Archives research room at 50 Myrtle St. has reopened by appointment only. Appointments must be made in advance. Where possible, records may be electronically provided. To discuss your research needs, please contact the Archives at 204-986-5325 or email archives@winnipeg.ca. To search and access records online, visit Winnipeg in Focus

Please review the COVID-19 safety measures before visiting.

La salle de recherche des Archives de la Ville de Winnipeg, au 50, rue Myrtle, reçoit à nouveau les membres du public, sur rendez-vous seulement. Il faut prendre rendez-vous à l’avance. On fournira les documents par voie électronique dans la mesure du possible. Pour discuter de vos besoins en matière de recherche, veuillez communiquer avec les Archives par téléphone au 204-986-5325 ou par courriel à archives@winnipeg.ca. Pour chercher et consulter des documents en ligne, visitez Winnipeg in Focus.

Veuillez lire les mesures de précaution liées au COVID-19 avant votre venue.

Rules and Regulations

When you visit the Archives, you must follow the Archives' rules and regulations.

  • Application for Research
    On your first visit each year, you will be asked to complete an application for research. The application form is kept on file for one year.
  • Sign the Register
    You will be asked to sign in and out each time you visit the Archives.
  • Preservation
    The Archives is responsible for preserving the City's archival records. To ensure that consultation, handling, use and copying of archival materials does not cause damage and to address safety concerns, the following rules apply:
    • No food or drink is permitted in the Archives' Research Room.
    • Pencils only are permitted for taking notes.
    • Documents must be handled with care.
    • Backpacks and large bags are kept in lockers onsite.
  • Copyright
    Researchers are responsible for observing Canadian copyright law and for properly acknowledging extracts from documents.
  • Citation
    Documents from the City of Winnipeg Archives should be cited as follows:
    • City of Winnipeg Archives
      Title, Area/Aisle/Box/File and/or Page Reference
  • Access
    Some archival records may be subject to access restrictions...

Please let us know about your experience at the Archives. We are interested to hear from our researchers so that we can improve to better meet your needs.

Last update: September 30, 2020
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  • 50 Myrtle Street
    Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 2R2
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  • Phone: 204-986-5325
  • Fax: 204-986-7133
  • Email: Archives
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