Prince Edward Island’s built heritage is an evocative symbol of our past. Historic churches, houses, and businesses speak to more than just the day-to-day; they give a sense of how those who came before us saw themselves, what they valued, and how they hoped to be remembered. An...
Our Island communities have fascinating stories to tell of life in Canada's smallest province. The following guide offers some general tips as well as suggestions for sources at the Public Archives and the wider community that may be of interest to your research. General tips...
The Public Archives has plenty of material that can be used in school projects and classroom teaching. Some of these resources are highlighted below. Online exhibits The online exhibits provide a great introduction to a variety of topics in Island history such as immigration...
Records and Information Management (RIM) is the systematic control of all recorded information regardless of format from creation to final disposition. Effective records management ensures: decision making is supported, costs are reduced, the organization meets business, legal...
Unless otherwise stated, all materials on Public Archives and Records Office pages are owned by the Public Archives, are in the public domain, or the Public Archives and Records Office has obtained permission to use the materials on the website. The materials on this site are...
You can copy archival records for research or private study. If you intend to use copies for any other purpose (eg. print or electronic publication, exhibition, commercial purposes, etc.) you must get written permission from the Public Archives and Records Office. Reproducing...
English as an Additional Language (EAL) Tutoring The PEI Public Library Service and the Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI - IRSA offer a free EAL program to help adults learn English. This program includes one-on-one tutoring and group conversations. Through this...
The Public Archives and Records Office is located at the Atlantic Technology Centre (Lower Level, Suite L20), 176 Great George Street in Charlottetown. All visitors require a research pass to enter the Public Archives. On your first visit you will be asked to complete a...