8555 Roper Road
Edmonton, AB
T6E 5W1
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(780) 427-1750

Mon: Closed
Tue: 9am - 4:30pm
Wed: 9am - 4:30pm
Thu: 9am - 4:30pm
Fri: 9am - 4:30pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

*There is no retrieval of archival material from 11:30am - 1pm and from 3:30pm onwards.

Provincial Archives of Alberta

The Provincial Archives of Alberta (PAA) acquires, preserves and publicly makes available records from government, individual people and organizations for researchers of all ages.

Discover a piece of Alberta's past, find a lost relative or donate your own records and leave your mark on Alberta’s history. The doors are open for you to see Alberta in a different way.

Our vaults hold millions of documented historical facts, photos, films and other records about Alberta’s past. Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or a student researching your next project, we have the resources and staff to point you in the right direction.

Contact us today to get started.

Archival records and descriptions at the Provincial Archives of Alberta (PAA) may contain language and content that some might consider offensive or derogatory. This language represents the historical time in which the records were created. The PAA retains this language to preserve the historical context of the records.

8555 Roper Road
Edmonton, AB
T6E 5W1
View Map

(780) 427-1750

Mon: Closed
Tue: 9am - 4:30pm
Wed: 9am - 4:30pm
Thu: 9am - 4:30pm
Fri: 9am - 4:30pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

*There is no retrieval of archival material from 11:30am - 1pm and from 3:30pm onwards.

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Vital Statistics and Holiday Season Notice

The Provincial Archives of Alberta’s Sandra Thomson Reading Room will be closed for the holiday season from Monday, December 16, 2024 to Wednesday, January 1, 2025 inclusive.
Vital Statistics records may continue to be requested using the online store throughout the holiday season and services will resume on Thursday, January 2, 2025. As such, a slight delay beyond the normal turnaround time might be experienced. 
 

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Love and Marriage

See our newest gallery exhibit Love and Marriage.

                                                                                                                                                                    

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FAQ sheets

Are you interested in knowing more about the Provincial Archives of Alberta and how to access archival records?  Are you researching your family genealogy or the history of your home?  Do you want to know how you can donate your records?  Use these FAQ sheets to answer some of the most frequently asked questions.  You can also read more about how to preserve your archival material.

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Stories about archival records, ministry activities and their relevance to you!

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