Archives of Manitoba
Copying Records
Many of the records in our collection may be reproduced for research, private study or legal purposes.
Copies are subject to the Archives of Manitoba's Terms Governing Use of Copies (PDF).
For information about citing archival records, consult the Archives of Manitoba’s Citation Guide (PDF).
Contact us if you have any questions.
Self-service copying
Consult the Guide to Self-Service Copying (PDF) for more information.
Microfilm scans
Clients may make microfilm scans from microfilm in the Archives Research Room. The Archives has microfilm printer/scanners available for public use. Microfilm numbers may be identified through the Keystone database. (Microfilm may also be ordered through our microfilm loan program.)
- Clients may sign up for a time slot on the sign-up sheet in the Archives Research Room to use a microfilm printer/scanner.
- Clients may bring a USB memory stick or CD to save microfilm scans.
- There is no charge for microfilm scans. It is a free self-service option.
- The Archives of Manitoba does not make microfilm scans for clients.
Photographing records
Clients may photograph archival records, provided that the condition of the records is not compromised and that there are no restrictions on copying. Easels, cradles and weights may be provided by Archives staff, as needed, to support the records.
Moving images and sound reproductions:
Clients may reproduce access copies of moving image and sound records for research or private study using their own equipment providing there are no copy restrictions on the records.
Ordering photographic copies
- Photographic reproductions can be ordered of original photographs, maps, plans and textual records
- Photographic reproductions are outsourced to The Print Refinery.
- Consult the The Print Refinery Guide to Services and Price List for the Archives of Manitoba (PDF) for information regarding the costs and procedures associated with this service.
- Complete the Photographic Reproductions Order Form (PDF) and submit to Archives staff.
- The Print Refinery will contact clients directly regarding details of and payments for each order. The Archives does not take payment for this service.
Ordering moving image and sound copies
- Contact us (archives@gov.mb.ca) if you would like to order a copy of a moving image or sound recording.
- Orders will be outsourced, coordinated by the Archives and in consultation with the client.
- Cost will include production of both a preservation copy and an access copy for the Archives of Manitoba.
- Clients are charged directly by the company to which the copying is outsourced.
- Clients are responsible for all costs including all shipping or courier costs.
The Archives of Manitoba may not be able to accommodate all copy orders, depending on the condition or format of the records or the size of the order.
