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Suggest a Purchase for the Public Library

Don't see an item in our online catalogue? Suggest it! If you have multiple suggestions, please complete a separate online form for each recommendation. What kinds of items can I recommend for purchase? When completing the online form, you must choose from one of the following formats: Book, eBook or large-print book eAudiobook or CD audiobook DVD Music CD Other (use for specialty library items) What information do I need to provide with my suggestion? Be sure to include as many details about the item as you can, including: Title (required) Author's name Publisher ISBN, ISSN, or UPC number...

Dessin architectural, « Brown Block », Charlottetown, par Phillips et Chappell, vers 1884 (Acc3452/4)
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The Subject is Taste: Architectural Plans at the Public Archives

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...

Community of St. Peters, Prince Edward Island, ca. 1870-1880. A wooden bridge across the St. Peters Bay can be seen, as well as a church in the background. Several other buildings and structures are also visible. A small boat is in the lower left corner.
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Public Archives Community History Research Guide

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...

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Public Archives Resources for Teachers and Students

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...

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Copyright at the Public Archives

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...

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Copying Archives Material

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...

Child reading book
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Outreach Library Services

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...

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Visiting the Archives

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...

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