Research Services

A lower resolution, 100 DPI print or digital image that is used to show the main content of an image.

You can search for photos in our extensive collection in person or online at: https://searchprovincialarchives.alberta.ca

Copyright restrictions may apply to photographs being used for publication, public exhibition and commercial use, etc.

For more information or product advice, contact the Archives Retail Services Coordinator at (780) 415-4867 or archivestore@gov.ab.ca

100 DPI scan or print of textual records, maps, posters and plans that are a physical size over 11" x 14" and under 20" x 30".

100 DPI scan or print of textual records, maps, posters and plans that are a physical size over 20" x 30".

Sizes are limited to 56" wide on one side.

100 DPI scan or print of textual records, maps, posters and plans that are a physical size under 11" x 14".

A resolution of 300 DPI for a print or digital image, good for publication.

You can search for photos in our extensive collection in person or online at: https://searchprovincialarchives.alberta.ca

Copyright restrictions may apply to photographs being used for publication, public exhibition and commercial use, etc.

For more information or product advice, contact the Archives Retail Services Coordinator at (780) 415-4867 or archivestore@gov.ab.ca

300 DPI scan or print of textual records, maps, posters and plans that are a physical size over 11" x 14" and under 20" x 30".

300 DPI scan or print of textual records, maps, posters and plans that are a physical size over 20" x 30".

Sizes are limited to 56" wide on one side.

300 DPI scan or print of textual records, maps, posters and plans that are a physical size under 11" x 14".

These 600 DPI digital reproductions are a high resolution scan used for creating large posters or billboards. This option is not recommended for printed copies.

You can search for photos in our extensive collection in person or online at: https://searchprovincialarchives.alberta.ca

Copyright restrictions may apply to photographs being used for publication, public exhibition and commercial use, etc.

For more information or product advice, contact the Archives Retail Services Coordinator at (780) 415-4867 or archivestore@gov.ab.ca

A low resolution,72 DPI digital file suitable for website use. Available only as an 8" x 10".

You can search for photos in our extensive collection in person or online at: https://searchprovincialarchives.alberta.ca

Copyright restrictions may apply to photographs being used for publication, public exhibition and commercial use, etc.

For more information or product advice, contact the Archives Retail Services Coordinator at (780) 415-4867 or archivestore@gov.ab.ca

Reproducing audio format material from the PAA holdings to digital file. Completion time for audiovisual services will depend on the complexity of the project.

For more information or product advice, contact the Archives Retail Services Coordinator at (780) 415-4867 or archivestore@gov.ab.ca

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf

Reproducing film format material from the PAA holdings to digital file. Completion time for audiovisual services will depend on the complexity of the project.

For more information or product advice, contact the Archives Retail Services Coordinator at (780) 415-4867 or archivestore@gov.ab.ca

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf

Reproducing video format (VHS, BETA, BETA SP, etc.) material from the PAA holdings to digital file. Completion time for audiovisual services will depend on the complexity of the project.

For more information or product advice, contact the Archives Retail Services Coordinator at (780) 415-4867 or archivestore@gov.ab.ca

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf

Certification of documents can be provided to clients that require true copies of the originals for legal purposes. Includes up to 30 pages per file + $1.00 per additional page.

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf

Please supply the correct and complete legal land description (quarter, section, township, range and meridian) and the name of the homestead applicant. An order form must be completed and the client must pay in advance. Completion timer for homestead searches will depend on the complexity of the research.

The Provincial Archives has a series of township maps, which identify the original homesteaders on the township. You will need the township, range and meridian (also known as the legal land description) to order these maps from the vaults. Please contact the Provincial Archives (780) 427-1750 for further information about this service and to place an order.

Photocopies or digital reproductions of textual records to PDF file. Document reproduction orders must be paid for in advance. Completion time for photocopies and scans is 10 business days. RUSH orders can be completed in 24 hours and the charge will be double the regular price.

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf

Photocopies or digital reproductions of textual records to PDF file. Document reproduction orders must be paid for in advance. Completion time for photocopies and scans is 10 business days. RUSH orders can be completed in 24 hours and the charge will be double the regular price.

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf

Photocopies or digital reproductions of textual records to PDF file. Document reproduction orders must be paid for in advance. Completion time for photocopies and scans is 10 business days. RUSH orders can be completed in 24 hours and the charge will be double the regular price.

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf

The PAA can provide a typed transcription of information from a register. Registers cannot be photocopied.

PAA price list can be found at:

https://provincialarchives.alberta.ca/sites/default/files/2025-07/Price%20List%20-%20July%202025.pdf