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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 20h

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Association of Canadian Archivists is sharing our Residential School Denialism Statement.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Next week! Join us for an essential workshop with Eira Tansey exploring how climate change has affected and will alter the work of Canadian archivists. Register now: archivists.ca/event-6791065.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

On October 13th, join the Canadian Cultural Heritage Advocacy Committee for a free advocacy webinar: Making the Case for Archives: Funding, Coalitions, and Elected Officials. Register here: archivescanada-ca.zoom.us/meeting/regi....

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

It offers a unique record of more than 150 years of municipal history.: archive.halifax.ca/archive/fina... #ArchivesUniqueItems

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This illustration marks the death of Queen Victoria & the ascension of King Edward VII in 1901 on the City of Halifax’s aldermanic scroll. An extraordinary 6.5 metres, it contains signed oaths of office of every Halifax alderman from the city’s incorporation in 1841 through to amalgamation in 1996.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Today's the day! All day, join us for September's ACA Hashtag Party: Archives Protests. Today's theme calls for materials related to public demonstrations and protests to enact change. Don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag and we'll re-share your posts. #ACAHashtagParty #ArchivesProtests

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The ACA Access & Privacy Special Interest Section will be holding a meeting for anyone interested on Tuesday September 29th at 1pm ET. To RSVP, visit archivists.ca/event-6826302.

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Dominique Marshall @dominiquemarshall.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Tonight, all welcome, in person in Ottawa or online. Information & registration here: carleton.ca/history/even... @carleton.ca @carletonfass.bsky.social @bibliotheque-archives.canada.ca @library-archives.canada.ca @archivistesqc.bsky.social @archivistsdotca.bsky.social

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Congratulations to Emma Quan, winner of the 2026 Dodds Prize for her paper “Archiving the Infant Body: Inscription, Affect and Maternal Documentation in a 1906 Baby Record Book.” Emma’s paper will be published in the Spring 2027 issue of Archivaria.

Graphic with a gray background. Leftmost, a column of text reads, "Dodds Prize". To the right, the ACA and Archivaria logos are pictured. Underneath, bold black text reads: "The Gordon Dodds Prize Winner. Emma Quan, University of British Columbia". Below, a photograph of Emma Quan is featured.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The ACA Communications Committee is looking for volunteers to join our social media team! This role is perfect for folks with an eye for design looking to join a team of colleagues based around the country. To apply, please complete a volunteer form: archivists.ca/ACA-Voluntee....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Want to communicate your organization's impact with clarity, credibility, and purpose? Join us on October 14th for Evidence to Influence: Using Data and Stories for Advocacy, an interactive virtual workshop led by Rishia Burke. To reserve your spot, please visit archivists.ca/event-6790948.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We are conducting a quick survey to better understand what members value and how we can strengthen member engagement. Results will help inform our September Planning & Priorities discussions. Members can find a link to the survey directly in their email inboxes.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Presented in a hybrid format and convened by Sali Lafrenie (LAC), RSVP to attend the fall Shannon Lectures series: carleton.ca/history/shan....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The ACA would like to hear from you: where do YOU think ACA 2029 should be held? We are currently seeking expressions of interest for the location of our 2029 in-person conference. For more details, please visit archivists.ca/Future-Confe....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Extra! Extra! The latest issue of Scope & Content should have arrived in your inboxes! Read for details on upcoming workshops, our call for proposals for our next in-person conference, and other exciting opportunities. archivists.ca/Scope-and-Co....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Climate change is already transforming the archival landscape, impacting not only physical collections and facilities, but also staff and researchers alike. Join us on October 6th for a workshop led by archival consultant and researcher Eira Tansey to learn more. archivists.ca/event-6791065

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Today, we're announcing the Hashtag Party theme for September early to correct an error printed in our June issue of Scope & Content. On September 24, we invite you to join us for Archives Protests.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Did you ever play the Game of Halifax from 1984? The #HfxArchives copy is part of the Lou Collins collection, as he provided historical notes for the game produced by the Auxiliary of the Izaak Walton Killam Hospital for Children. Find more info: archive.halifax.ca/archive/fina... #ArchivesPlay

A photo of the boardgame taken from above.

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University of Winnipeg Archives @uwarchives.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The #ACAHashtagParty for this month is #ArchivesPlay! From the University Relations Communications Photograph collection, this 1997 photo shows some of student life on the UW campus. The students seem absorbed by the mind boggling effects of 90's video-game consoles.

An image of four students on a couch in residence, playing a game on a PlayStation console, 1997. University of Winnipeg Archives, University Relations Communications Photograph Collection [03.008, 04.008, 05.005-9-14]

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

This month's #ACAHashtagParty with @archivistsdotca.bsky.social is #archivesplay. Sometimes research is all fun and games! Whether you are researching childlore, your community, or revisiting childhood memories, there are plenty of materials to explore in MUNFLA's collections.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Today's the day! All day, join us for August's ACA Hashtag Party: Archives Play by sharing materials from your archives related to fun and games! And don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag and we'll re-share your posts. #ACAHashtagParty #ArchivesPlay

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Michael Marlatt @michaelmarlatt.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

'll be hosting a talk/workshop titled "I hope I can find myself in here: Examining Accessibility at Carleton University’s Audio-Visual Resource Centre" at Carleton University on Friday, September 25, 2026 from 9-11 am. The in-person talk is open to the public. carleton.ca/filmstudies/...

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“I hope I can find myself in here”: Examining Accessibility at Carleton University’s Audio-Visual Resource Centre with Michael Marlatt - Film Studies

Open to all. For the purpose of this workshop, “finding oneself” refers to disability representation within the collection as well as navigating the space itself. The workshop will discuss accessibili...

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Following our AGM on June 17, we are delighted to welcome three new members to the Board of Directors. We are deeply grateful to all members of the Board for the time, expertise, and dedication they contribute to the ACA and its membership. To learn more, visit archivists.ca/ACA-Board-of....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

ACA President Alyssa Hyduk and Executive Director Mab Coates-Davies recently spoke with CBC about the increase in citizenship-by-descent records requests and their impact on archives already facing limited staffing, growing backlogs and reduced funding. Read here: www.cbc.ca/news/politic....

Graphic featuring a news update titled "ACA in the News" on a dark red background. Below, a white card displays a screenshot of a CBC News article titled "Demand for Canadian citizenship certificates soaring, fuelled by Americans" by Elizabeth Thompson. Underneath the screenshot, bold text highlights: "ACA President Alyssa Hyduk and Executive Director Mab Coates-Davies recently spoke with CBC about the impact of Bill C-3." Additional text states that ACA will continue advocating for clear guidance, consultation, and sustainable support for archival institutions. At the bottom, a play icon next to "Read and/or listen now!" accompanies the website address "www.archivists.ca".

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to volunteer with the Communications Committee, Financial Review Committee, and the ACA Foundation. If you are interested in volunteering, please apply by visiting archivists_ca.formstack.com/forms/aca_vo....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

New on In the Field! Curtis Frederick, University Records Archivist at the University of Calgary Archives and Special Collections, shares "How Records Data Management Requirements Will Raise Questions About Archives". Read here: archivists.ca/Blog/13666028.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

We are pleased to announce a call for workshop proposals for the ACA's upcoming Digital Preservation Workshop Series from November 5 –20, 2026. If you have expertise you'd like to share with the community, we encourage you to submit a proposal by September 1st, 2026: archivists.ca/Workshop-Pro....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Roll some dice and join the fun! This month, we're hosting another ACA Hashtag Party and the theme is Archives Play! On the 27th, join us across social media in sharing fun and games from your collections - and don't forget to tag us so we can see you what you've got! #ACAHashtagParty #ArchivesPlay

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Following our recent meeting with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the ACA has compiled a summary blog post. This post compiles both meeting sessions and answers to questions posed by ACA members. Read here: archivists.ca/Blog/13662990.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Our latest issue of Scope & Content is a special edition jam-packed with the archival news of the season. Read now for a special message from our new Board President, Alyssa Hyduk, upcoming ACA events and opportunities, a recap of our 2026 Conference. Read here: archivists.ca/Scope-and-Co....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We encourage sharing the impact of Bill C-3 on your institution by completing our survey to help inform advocacy to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This survey takes five minute to complete and seeks one response per institution: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon....

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Following ACA’s recent information session with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, we are inviting members to continue the conversation about the effects of Bill C-3 on archivists and archival institutions. Please register here: archivists.ca/event-6783579.

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University of Winnipeg Archives @uwarchives.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The #ACAHashtagParty for this month is #ArchivesAudio! Today we are shouting out the UW Oral History Centre (OHC) and an interview with Carlos Sosa preserved in their Archives. Sosa was the Coordinator and lead interviewer for the Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilities Oral History Project.

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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

#TBT to this 1974 Summer Safety PSA produced by the City of Halifax Engineering & Works Department. With school out for the summer, the message reminded drivers to watch for children playing near roads and streets. Recognize any of the children’s voices? #ArchivesAudio #HfxArchives

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

We're highlighting our audio collection with the @archivistsdotca.bsky.social #ArchivesAudio Hashtag Party! Here are a few of our audio collections available in person or online, and some of the fantastic folks who have worked on them. #ACAHashtagParty #MUNFLA

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Today's the day! All day, join us for July's ACA Hashtag Party: Archives Audio by sharing all things audio and sound from your archives. And don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag and we'll re-share your posts. #ACAHashtagParty #ArchivesAudio

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Would you like to help steward our next in-person Conference? Until July 31st, the ACA invites expressions of interest from volunteers interested in joining our ACA 2027 Program and Host Teams. ACA 2027 will be held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, inside the historic Fort Garry Hotel.

Graphic with blue background and white cloud designs. Centre, yellow text reads: "Shape ACA 2027". Underneath, a yellow circle contains an illustration of two hands reaching out to each other. Bubbles around circle read, "Program Team," "Host Team," and "Join our team!" Underneath, white text notes that these teams are for the upcoming ACA conference in Winnipeg. A yellow banner notes that applications are due on July 31, 2026.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

We're excited to share the latest entry from In the Field's Emerging Voices series. This series highlights reflections from students, early career professionals, and first-time conference attendees from the ACA 2026 virtual conference. archivists.ca/Blog/13654240.

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Canadian Network on Humanitarian History @aidhistory.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Discover the Digital Humanitarian Archives Toolkit, in a webinar Tomorrow morning (Thursday 22 July). Register here 👉 www.dpconline.org/events/event... \ @archivistsdotca.bsky.social @library-archives.canada.ca

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#DPClinic July - Digital Humanitarian Archives Toolkit - Digital Preservation Coalition

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Join The Special Interest Section for Indigenous Archives (SISIA) for their monthly meeting on July 31st, 2026, beginning 11 am PT/2 pm ET. This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. Register today: archivists.ca/event-6317587.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Coming up in Fall! Join us for a workshop on the Basics of Email Preservation. This workshop will offer an overview of the fundamentals of email preservation, exploring why preserving email is both essential and complex. For more details, please visit archivists.ca/event-6657726.

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

In the Field is launching a new blog series, Emerging Voices, which will highlight reflections from students, early career professionals, and first-time conference attendees from the ACA 2026 virtual conference. The first piece was written by Payton Kufeldt. Read here: archivists.ca/Blog/13648384

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

For this month's ACA Hashtag Party we want to hear from your archives: join us on July 30th for Archives Audio! This theme calls for materials related to audio or sound at your archives. And don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag so we can re-share your posts! #ACAHashtagParty #ArchivesAudio

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Association of Canadian Archivists @archivistsdotca.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The Association of Canadian Archivists is monitoring the impact of Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act, on archives and archival workers across Canada. The ACA has compiled a page for members to contribute information. For more details, visit: archivists.ca/Latest-News-....

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