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Using ArchiviaNet to Identify Files in RG 10 and RG 15

RG 10 (Record Group 10) contains historical records, chiefly correspondence, relating to Indian Affairs created by the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and its predecessors.  The Library's holdings consist of the BLACK SERIES and selected parts of the RED SERIES and CENTRAL REGISTRY FILES.

• The BLACK (Western) SERIES covers the administration of Indian Affairs in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, North-West Territories and British Columbia from 1872-1959.  The bulk of the records concern the period 1872-1923.

 

• The RED (Eastern) SERIES deals with almost all aspects of the administration of Indian Affairs in eastern Canada from 1872-1964.  The bulk of the records concern the period 1872-1923.  The Library has selected holdings.

 

• The CENTRAL REGISTRY FILES consist of documents relating to all aspects of the administration of Indian Affairs in Canada.  Subjects include education, mining rights, surveys surrenders, band council minutes and surveys of reserves.

RG 15 (Record Group 15) or MÉTIS SCRIP MATERIAL contains documents recording scrip settlements (land grants) awarded by the federal government to the Métis inhabitants of Manitoba and the former North-West Territories. 

Complete records relating to scrip generally consist of the following: affidavits and applications, land and money scrip notes, scrip certificates, receipts, and a number of textual files consisting of letters and memoranda outlining government policies, rulings, and procedures. This ArchiviaNet database and microfilm collection provides access to the affidavits and applications but not comprehensive coverage of all scrip records.

The Library has selected holdings in microfilm.

 

The ArchiviaNet database provides the most efficient access. ArchiviaNet is the online research tool of the National Archives of Canada; it allows keyword searching within specific record groups (Indian Affairs - RG10; Interior - RG15). Search results include record group numbers as well as series, volume, and reel numbers where applicable. The results may also include an access code which indicates any viewing restrictions that have been placed on the material.

Some files have been digitized and can be viewed on ArchiviaNet.  

ARCHIVIANET also includes a guide entitled Aboriginal Peoples - Guide to the Records of the Government of Canada  http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/archivianet/0201200109_e.html which includes an introduction to the collection and search tips.  Most of the Finding Aids described therein are only available at the National Archives of Canada.

Using ArchiviaNet to Identify Files in RG 10 and RG 15

• Archivianet has two search interfaces.  The following instructions are for the newer Archives Search
• Go to the ArchiviaNet database (http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/archivianet/index-e.html)
• Click on the Archives Search link
• Select "Advanced Search"
• Enter "RG10" or "RG15" as "Any keyword"; enter other keywords to construct a more detailed search.   Do not attempt to search by any other field listed in the drop down menu.  Doing so may erroneously yield no results.  Input all search terms in Keyword search only.
• If desired, limit search using "Type of material", "Date", and "Online" access

The U of A Library's holdings of these records are all on microfilm.  Check the Conditions of Access section in the item description for the microfilm reel number.  If there is no reel number the item has not been microfilmed.

Microfilm reels in the collection and call numbers.

Documents not in the Library's collection:  Reproductions may be borrowed from the National Archives via an Interlibrary Loan or purchased via http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/index-e.html.

Fragile documents are sometimes only available by visiting the National Archives of Canada in Ottawa.  Ask for details at the Reference Desk.

Print Guides to RG10 material

Indian Affairs. Black Series (RG 10)

GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0002-0005 contents list      Micromaterials Reference, 2^nd Floor Rutherford North

GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0007, 0008 contents list     Micromaterials Reference, 2^nd Floor Rutherford North

Records relating to Indian Affairs (RG 10)

E 78 C2 Z9 P835 1975                Canadian Circumpolar Library, 4^th Floor Cameron Library

GOV DOC CA1 SA 72-1/10        Micromaterials Reference, 2^nd Floor Rutherford North

Helpful notes on the National Archives' organization of Metis Scrip records can be found in:

A Guide to the records of the Metis Scrip Commissions in the National Archives of Canada
FC 125 C335 - UA Rutherford N Reference/MICRO

Reels available in the Library:

RG10                    

Reel Number	Call Number
C-1220-1224	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-7138, 7145-7153	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0007
C-8018	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-8540	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-9010-9060	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0002
C-9481-9509, 9648-9658	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0005
C-9673-9750	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0004
C-10058	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-10098-10205, 10486-10520,10522	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0002
C-10996-11029	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-11047	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-11063	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0002
C-11120-11121, 11123, 11141, 11152, 11162-11163, 11168, 11193, 11198, 11201, 11212, 11220	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-11248	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-11275, 11277	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-11472, 11478, 11480-11481	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-12036	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0008
C-12045-12046, 12053	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-12058-12061	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-12070	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-12921-12976	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0004
C-13330-13331, 13338-13341, 13377, 13395-13396, 13400-13401, 13410-13413, 13491, 13499-13500	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-13516-13521, 13788-13837	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0004
C-13900-13906	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
C-14763-14818	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0003
C-15042, 15044-15045	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
C-15860-15863	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0004
T-1454-1455, 1460-1462, 1469, 1477	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
T-7543-7544, 7558	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
T-9938-9941	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0006
T-16087-16090	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0009
* Reels 1-5 (v. 1-16) (1771-1855)	GOV DOC CA1 R 01 0001

RG15

Reel Number	Call Number
C-11872-11886	FC 125 C39 1978
C-14902-19424	FC 126 M3 C29 1979
C-14926-14934	FC 125 C485 1979
C-15011	FC 125 C48 1980
T-11354-11358, 12021-12036, 12153-12154	FC 125 C36 1992
T-12457, 12519, 12522, 12529-12530, 13168, 13170, 13180, 14446, 14448, 14501, 14584, 14591-14601, 14613-14614, 14618, 14645-14646	FC 125 C33 1992
* Rolls 1-76 (v. 1325-1372) (1886-1901, 1906)	FC 125 C52 1979

Any questions, comments or suggestions about Native Studies resources should be directed to: Anne Carr-Wiggin email: anne.carr-wiggin@ualberta.ca or phone: (780) 492-7907.

Links Reviewed: May 7, 2009