The Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan

Custodian of the documentary heritage of Saskatchewan

We acquire, preserve and make available records that are significant to the history of Saskatchewan.

208 TB

digital material in our holdings

31.6 km

of textual records

1.9 million+

photos, maps & special media items

About Our Collection

Explore the various records held in our permanent collection

Featured Exhibits

Explore the rich history of Saskatchewan through photographs and materials from our collections.

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Change of Hours effective April 1, 2024

Please note that the hours for the public Reading Room will change effective April 1. The Reading Room will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. We will no longer close from 12:30 to 1:30 and welcome you to stay and continue your research. Please be aware some of our services will be limited from 12:00 to 1:00. Appointments are not required, but we recommend contacting us before your visit, to determine which sources may be available for your topic, their extent, and their accessibility. Please call 306-787-4068 (toll-free: 1-833-382-4068) or contact us online.


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From Our Collection

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Snow covered car at the Melfort ferry landing

PAS Photo R-A566_050

Automobile driving on snow covered road, 1956

Axel Peterson fonds. PAS Photo R-C5029.

View of Victoria Ave., east of Albert St. 1945

Axel Peterson fonds. PAS Photo R-C4310.

Conservation officer, F. Beaudoin, checks trap line. 1959

PAS Photo R-B4740-1.

Dog team on the race trail at the Winter Carnival, 1964.

PAS Photo R-B11154.

Average Load Logs, 1931

Lumbering operations of the B.F. Harris Co., Crooked River. PAS Photo R-A957-004.