Of all the national assets, Archives are the most precious: They are the gift of one generation to another & the extent of our care of them marks the extent of our civilization.
— Arthur G. Doughty (Dominion Archivist, 1904-1935)
The bringing together of the National Library of Canada and the National Archives of Canada promises Canadians comprehensive collections, expertly organized, properly preserved, and accessible to all.
— Dr. Roch Carrier, O.C. (former National Librarian of Canada)
As the National Library, the institution played a prime role in the acquiring through legal deposit and preserving a comprehensive collection of literary and musical works published in Canada.
— Marianne Scott and Guy Sylvestre (former National Librarians of Canada)
Our goal for LAC, stated in a few words, is to become a leading-edge knowledge institution… Our objectives are clear: to create a truly national institution to provide Canadians with access to the whole of their documentary heritage.
— Ian Wilson (former National Librarian and Archivist of Canada)

The Issues

Funding cuts and new management policies have troubling implications for LAC’s ability to preserve Canada’s history and cultural heritage.

The Campaign

CAUT has launched a campaign to protect this national treasure for generations to come.
Learn about the campaign objectives.

Get Involved

Stop the dissolution of
this vital resource and ensure that LAC maintain its commitement to preserve Canada's full documentary heritage.

Booksellers oppose changes at LAC


Liam McGahern, President of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of Canada, explains his organization's opposition to changes underway at Library and Archives Canada.

LAC's Importance to Student Researchers


National Graduate Caucus Chairperson Kimalee Phillip speaks about the Save Library & Archives Canada campaign.

Save LAC Campaign Introduction


Francesca Holyoke, Chair of the CAUT Librarians Committee, introduces the campaign.

CAUT Open Letter to Daniel Caron

In an open letter to Daniel Caron, Librarian and Archivist of Canada, CAUT defends its criticism of changes at Library and Archives Canada. Read Letter

About CAUT

The Canadian Association of University Teachers represents 66,000 teachers, librarians, researchers and other academic professionals and general staff at 124 universities and colleges across Canada.


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