Local History Services

Research Assistance

Researchers seeking reference assistance may consult with Information Services staff during regular Library hours.

Those requiring in-depth reference service can consult with the Local History Librarian by appointment, or subject to availability.

Genealogical Research

• Birth, Marriage and Obituary articles:
  The cost is $10 plus GST to mail one copy of an article for a specified date (postage and Cancopy charge included).
• Genealogy and Local History Requests for Research:
  Research costs $30 per hour plus GST (minimum charge $30). Up to five photocopies, return postage and Cancopy charge are included.

Please contact the Local History Librarian at the Main Library with your requests.

Photographic Reproductions

Copies of most of the Library's historical photographs may be obtained for non-commercial and non-advertising purposes. There is a fee for this service. Please contact the Local History Librarian for more information.

Photocopying

Photocopiers are available in the Library for public use. See Photocopying & More.

Please note: Permission to photocopy Local History items is provided at the discretion of the Information Services or Local History staff person on duty. Photocopied material is for research use only.