Collections
Archives
Focused on materials related to the history of Abbotsford, the archives is a resource for researchers, students, and the general public.
Online Photo Archive
The Online Photo Archive contains more than 40,000 local historical images and associated historical context. Images in the Archive are available for purchase as high-quality digital files for personal use, display, or publication. Orders can be placed by contacting Kris Foulds, the Curator of Historical Collections.
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The Reach’s holdings also include several local newspapers: the Abbotsford Post (1910-1924), Abbotsford, Sumas & Matsqui News (1922 to present), the Abbotsford Times (1992-2008) and Punjabi Patrika.
Genealogical information contained in the local newspapers has been made easily accessible through indexes listing obituary, marriage and some birth announcements, searchable by family name.
Researcher-friendly clipping files are arranged by subject and contains a wealth of historical information.
There is no charge for the use of the archives and staff are available to help you when you make a research appointment.
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Research Requests
If you are unable to visit us in person, a staff member or volunteer can conduct research for you
Cursory research requests of ½ hour or less will be undertaken at no charge. A charge of $5 will apply to postage and mailing of a cursory search response. More detailed research can be undertaken at a cost of $25 per hour.
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