Canada. Library and Archives Canada

Record #: IMP0022
Last Full Update: 28 Aug 2024

Contact Information

Office Phone 613-996-5115
Toll Free Phone 1-866-578-7777
TTY Phone 613-992-6969, Toll free 1-866-299-1699
Website www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/
Social Media Facebook Facebook, Instagram Instagram, X (Twitter) X (Twitter), YouTube YouTube

Site Information

Located In Community Ottawa
Address & Map
395 Wellington St
Ottawa, ON
Canada K1A 0N4
Mailing Address ON 
Canada
Physical Access Fully Accessible

Description and Service Details

Description (Service) Library and archives collection
  • provides Canadians with access to texts, photographs and other documents
  • preserves the documentary heritage of Canada
  • provides genealogy and family history services
  • research aids and services
  • photocopies and reproduction requests
  • Digital Preservation Program
  • auditorium and two conference rooms available for rent to non-profit organizations
Hours Registration desk Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm * more hours available on the website
Areas Served Canada
Eligibility No restrictions
Application
  • To conduct research, users should fill out the online form to receive their user card number by email
  • They should then drop in at the Registration Desk in the ground floor lobby where they will be asked to sign their card and show personal photo identification providing a current address
  • The card is valid for two years
Languages English; French
Fees None

Categories and Classification

Service Categories Archives ; Meeting Space ; Museums ; National Libraries ; Sightseeing/Guided Tours
Older Adult Main Categories ARTS / CULTURE
Older Adult Sub-Categories Historic Preservation ; Libraries ; Museums & Historical Societies

Agency Overview