Library and Archives Canada

Library and Archives Canada (LAC) helps Canadians gain a better understanding of who they are. It serves as the continuing memory of the federal government and its institutions and as the guardian of Canada’s distant past and recent history. Discover who we are and what we do.

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Funding available to support documentary heritage organizations

The call for proposals for the Documentary Heritage Communities Program 2025–2026 is now open

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Indigenous documentary heritage initiatives

Learn how LAC increases access to Indigenous-related content to preserve Indigenous cultures and languages

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Ādisōke - Ottawa

Set to open in 2026, a new shared facility and future location of our public services

Working at LAC

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