This event is hosted in collaboration of the UW Library and Archives with the Department of Women and Gender Studies.

The late Sharron Proulx-Turner was a Two-Spirt Métis poet and author, an Elder, a Sweatlodge keeper, a Sundancer, a mother, and a Grandmother. Sharron’s children, Barbra Horsefall and Graham Angus will join us to celebrate Sharron’s writing and her contributions to the Two-Spirit community.

On October 22 (5 - 8pm) in Convocation Hall - Inside a Thousand Eyes: the work and impact of Sharron Proulx Turner.

This is a donation from Catherine MacDonald, who was a United Church of Canada Archivist from 1975-1986, started the historical research consultancy Prairie Connections, and is a published author.

Come visit the UW Archives to explore the collection! - main.lib.umanitoba.ca/catherine-ma...

In response, the Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) formed an ad-hoc committee and released a report in 1959 that concluded Crowe's firing was unjust and violated academic tenure. Since the Crowe Case, CAUT has continually maintained an Academic Freedom and Tenure Committee.

A new accession (2023.029) is now available! These records are from an oral history project by Catherine MacDonald and Shirley Payment on the "Crowe Case". In 1958, the firing of United College professor Harry Sherman Crowe raised questions on the security of academic freedom and tenure nationally.

If you have a donation, let us know at [email protected] or 204-786-9162. The University Archivist will discuss the donation with you, arrange to appraise the condition and content of the records, and arrange for its transport to the Archives should it be accepted.

The UW Archives accepts donations connected to its specific collection mandate, which covers the University of Winnipeg and its preceding colleges, community or activists organizations related to Winnipeg's Downtown and West End neighborhoods , as well as Indigenous organizations and individuals.

An essential part for any donation to an archives is a deed of gift signed by the donor and the University. It transfers the ownership to the Archives so that staff can better manage and share the records, but also establishes any usage limitations or restrictions placed by the donor.

Archivists have other tools at their disposal like specialized boxes. While more expensive than regular containers, archival boxes and folders are produced to be free of lignin and other acidic compounds. this is to prevent the containers from accelerating the degradation of the records they store.

It is generally recommended to keep most records between 18-20°C and 30-50% relative humidity. Certain records depending on format and chemical stability are kept in cold storage. High humidity is especially dangerous as it encourages the growth of molds and attracts pests who eat records.

An important part of archival work is ensuring that historical records, regardless of format, remain safe so they can be accessed far into the future. This includes keeping them secured from theft, but also safe from the risks of environmental factors like pests or high humidity and temperature.

October is 2SLGBTQ+ History Month!

On October 22, @uwpglibrary.bsky.social, @uwarchives.bsky.social, and the Department of Women's & Gender Studies will host a special event, “Inside a Thousand Eyes: The Work and Impact of Sharron Proulx Turner."

LEARN MORE ⬇️

The Wesmen were first named in 1966, when the University of Winnipeg was still known as the United College, which explains the the UC patch on the front of the jacket.

#ArchivesUniqueItems

While we collect many archival records, we also have some unique and unusual artifacts preserved! This includes artifacts from UW's sports teams, the Wesmen. Highlighted from their collection is a light-box sign from 2001, as well as a 1963-1964 jacket from alumnus and Basketball player Bob Law.

This is a collection of captured webpages, blogs, files, and other online resources that are about Manitoba's ongoing involvement with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. It includes topics like survivors’ stories, apologies, responses, cultural events, and more.

This week special events are on campus for The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30th. Take a look at UW news for more info!

UW also hosts the Truth and Reconciliation Collection on Archive-it if you are researching Manitoba-specific materials - archive-it.org/collections/....

Did you know you can book class visits to the Archives?

If you want to learn more about the process of historical research or explore a collection as a group, contact us at [email protected] or 204-786-9162 to request an appointment.

We welcome everyone to come in and work directly with real historical documents and photographs. But when handling old records, its important to be careful to ensure they remain for future use.

More info about Reading Room etiquette is posted on our website - archives.uwinnipeg.ca/using-the-ar... .

Welcome alumni, family, and friends to Homecoming 2025! This year multiple events will be held between September 15th to 27th, including a campus walking tour on the 19th.

Visit us on the tour to see records and photos about classes 1975 - 1979. Learn more here - www.uwinnipeg.ca/alumni/alumn....

In the spirit of Truth & Reconciliation, join us on Monday, September 22, at 11 a.m. for the launch of the Library's Craft & Cast Club! The Club will meet monthly to do crafts and listen to This Place, a CBC Podcast on Indigenous resistance and resilience.

Learn more and register ➡️ buff.ly/Xv4keiD

Are you working on a research project this semester? Do you have an old document or photo you want to locate? You can ask the Archives for help!

Reach us by email ([email protected]) and phone (204-786-9162). We list the collections we preserve online - archives.uwinnipeg.ca/our-collecti....

If you are looking for the Archives, we are on the 5th floor of Centennial hall by the main spiral staircase in the Library. We are open from 9:00am - 4:30pm Mondays to Fridays to anyone by appointment. You can always reach us here or through our phone (204-786-916) or email ([email protected])!

The Climb is happening this year on the 5th of September from 12:30 - 1:30pm. Teams of three each compete to see who can climb the fastest. Can they beat the current record of 9.4 seconds?