The Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan

Custodian of the documentary heritage of Saskatchewan

The Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan is a provincial agency of the Government 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

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

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Volunteer Opportunity


Join Our Board of Directors
Are you passionate about preserving history and shaping the future? The Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan is seeking dedicated and visionary individuals to join our Board of Directors and help guide the preservation of Saskatchewan’s documentary heritage.

About Us
The Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan is the provincial agency responsible for acquiring, preserving, and making available public and private records of significance to the history of the province and providing records and information services to the Saskatchewan government. We are a customer service-oriented government agency committed to working as a team.


What We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants from across Saskatchewan who bring diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences. Ideal candidates may have experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Governance and strategic planning
  • Finance and risk management
  • Legal and policy development
  • Indigenous heritage and reconciliation
  • Community engagement and advocacy
  • Cultural, heritage, or archival experience


Board members provide leadership and oversight, ensuring the organization fulfills its mission and operates with integrity.


Why Join Us?
As a board member, you will:

  • Contribute to preserving our province’s heritage
  • Collaborate with a passionate team of professionals
  • Help shape strategic decisions that impact future generations


How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to:
Carol Radford-Grant at cradfordgrant@archives.gov.sk.ca.

Deadline: November 21, 2025

 


Ongoing Elevator Maintenance

Due to ongoing elevator maintenance, certain records are unavailable for research or reproduction. 

To better serve you, please contact us before your visit. We are doing our best to ensure minimal disruption to public services and are prepared to discuss how we can minimize impacts on your research. Any further updates will be shared on our website and social media accounts.

From Our Collection

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A floatplane docked on the shore at Careen Lake. 1955.

Photographic Services series. PAS Photo 55-028-58. 

Sunset at Emma Lake. 1967.

Photographic Services series. PAS Photo 67-829-02

Prairie Crocuses

Dick and Ada Bird fonds. PAS Photo R-C10705

Trans-Canada Highway campground at McLean

1960s. PAS Photo Item S-E71

Flower beds in front of an unidentified house

Axel C. Peterson fonds. R-C5517.  

Regina Beach, SK. pre-1940

PAS Photo R-A4128. 

Dairy Junior Calf Club competition at Moose Jaw Fair, 1947

Axel C. Peterson fonds. R-C4995

Harvesting in the Melfort district, 1973

Photographic Services series. PAS Photo 73-842-144

People in the water and on the beach at Kenosee Lake

Photographic Services Still Photography Records fonds. PAS Photo 54-160-12.

Aerial view of Taylor Field, 1974

Photographic Services Still Photography Records fonds. PAS Photo 74-1026-80.