University of Winnipeg Archives

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We are the archives of the University of Winnipeg and its founding colleges dating back to 1871.

An image of the cover of the UW Campus Development Plan, produced by Corbett Cibinel Architects, 25 June 2001. University of Winnipeg Archives, Marketing and Communications Fonds [14.002-01-03]
An image of campus with Leatherdale Hall, Axworthy Recplex, and Sparling Hall visible. Taken from a 5th floor window in the UW Archives Reading room at Centennial Hall.
A composite image of four contributors to the Indigenous Course Requirement Collection. Each participate is in a portrait posing with a record from the collection that they discuss in the related online exhibit.
An image taken in the UW Archives Reading room. Depicts an older microfilm reader positioned on a desk with an accompanying computer.
An image of the reading room at UW Archives. Filing cabinets and computer desks are visible in the shot, 2026.
An image of a manuscript by Sharron Proulx-Turner, titled, "the trees are still bending south", annotated by Horsefall. University of Winnipeg Archives, Sharron Proulx-Turner and Barbra Horsefall fonds [25.24-02]
A portrait of Sharron Proulx-Turner smiling beside a tree. University of Winnipeg Archives, Sharron Proulx-Turner and Barbra Horsefall fonds [25.04-06]
An image of the reading room at the UW Archives. Large tables with seating are in front with an exhibit along the wall.
Correspondence written in German by Arthur Propp, 18 August 1954. University of Winnipeg Archives, Arthur and Dan Propp fonds [26.05-01-01]
An image of the outside of the RBC Convention Centre facing the Northeast corner. A car is seen passing in the foreground and foliage is partially obscuring the building logo.
An image at a sod turning ceremony for the Winnipeg Convention Centre at 375 York Avenue. The Centre was to be completed in 1975. Left to right: David Rubinoff, president of Holiday Inns Canada; Jack Willis, Chairman of Municipal Gov't; Mayor of Winnipeg Steven Juba; Bernie Wolfe, Chairman of the Convention Centre Downtown; a representative of the Japanese Embassy in Ottawa; Jack Levitt (second from left), president of Lakeview Developement; and Tomyiko Hayashi, Japanese Consul to Winnipeg. a church is seen in the background, n.d. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Hugh Allan Collection [A1803-58779]
An image of an aerial view of downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba, showing the Provencher Bridge over the Red River and surrounding buildings, 1961. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Hugh Allan Collection [A2221-70172]
Photo depicts five umbrellas being used to protect equipment in the physics lab after a fire in Centennial Hall caused water leaks. University of Winnipeg Fonds, University Relations Communications Photographs [03.008/04.008/05.005-4-192].
An image of various materials from the 04.008 Communications Collection fonds arranged on a table. This includes one audio reel, one cased CD, and two audio cassette tapes.
Image depicting a front view of the exterior of Wesley College. Pictured are the Library addition, trees and flowers lining the walkways on the grounds, and ivy covering the building, 1934. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, University of Winnipeg Collection [A0498-15940]
Image of the front desk and seating at the Reading Room in the University of Winnipeg Archives.
Image of a tug-of-war contest at Sports Day, part of the July 1st Celebration at Lakebottom Park, Flin Flon, Manitoba, 1930. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Flin Flon Collection [A0767-23048]
An image of the interior of Reading Room at the UW Archives. The front desk is in the foreground with seating and an exhibit in the background.
Image of the door on the 5th floor of Centennial Hall leading to the UW Archives. A banner for the archives is visible on the left.
An image of various illustrations of women's hairstyles, from page 479 of Jacob, P. L. n.d. The XVIIIth Century : Its Institutions, Customs, and Costumes, France, 1700-1789. London: Bickers.
An image of a colour illustration of ladies posed in various dresses from Jacob, P. L. n.d. The XVIIIth Century : Its Institutions, Customs, and Costumes, France, 1700-1789. London: Bickers.
Photograph of a group of Two-Spirit people sitting near a lake listening to a person speak in 1991 at the 2nd National Aboriginal AIDS Conference in Vancouver. University of Winnipeg Archives, Albert McLeod fonds [11.011]
Photo of the Southern face of Centennial Hall, including the encapsulated facade and the connection to Bryce hall. In the foreground is a tree and stairs to access Leatherdale Hall.
Photo depicts the addition on new theatres in Centennial Hall, 1977. University of Winnipeg Archives, University Relations Communications Photographs [03.008/04.008/05.005-4-91]
Photo depicts Centennial Hall from a western perspective with the opened Southern section, n.d. University of Winnipeg Archives, University Relations Communications Photographs [03.008/04.008/05.005-4-280]
An image of the Manitoba Consols Competition Champions at the 1967 MacDonald Brier in Ottawa/Hull. Pictured (L-R) are: D. Wright, Third; Ken Little, Second; and Harry Martel, Lead. Bruce Hudson, Skip, is missing from the image. All men were from the Strathcona Curling Club in Winnipeg, Manitoba. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame and Museum Collection [A0365-11780]
Image depicting a graduation portrait of M. Joyce Colwill, 1949 United College graduate. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Women’s Studies Collection [A0880-26260]
An image of filing cabinets in the Reading Room at the UW Archives. In the background are prints made of old photos of Centennial Hall.
Page from the user manual for the Manitoba Text Editing System (MANTES) by authors H. J. Ferch, G. W. Neufeld, and C. R. Zarnke (11 June 1986). This page introduces MANTES to the user. University of Winnipeg Archives, Wesley Stevens fonds [25.28].
Felixstowe F3 aircraft caught in a storm at Victoria Beach, Manitoba in 1922. The aircraft is pictured being hauled by a winch on a steam-powered dredge and barge operated by the federal Department of Public Works. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada Collection [A0606-18961]
Image of the poster advertising the Niciwakân 40th Anniversary Tea and Bannock Social event. The background features various photos from the Two-Spirit Archives.
A digital poster advertising the UW Archives exhibit, "A Source of Spiritual Strength: 40 Years of the Niciwâkan Native Gay Society". The exhibit is up May 25 - August 31 in the Centennial Hall Library, 5th floor. The Poster includes images of records about the group that are included in the exhibit.
Image of the Poster for the Niciwâkan 40th Anniversary Tea and Bannock Social, being held on June 2nd at the UW Archives.
Photo depicts a man getting something out of a can to put into a frying pan on a portable heat source, n.d. University of Winnipeg, University Relations Communications Photographs [03.008-10-19]
Image of the Reading Room at the UW Archives. Chairs and long tables are in the centre with an exhibit set up along the right wall.
A poster for a pop-up exhibition by the Black Canadian Experience Centre (BCEC), titled "Waves of Connection on the Black Prairie". Features a photo of two girls posing in the windows of a train car. Also includes details like the opening times, "May 20-30, 11-5pm (open to 7:00pm Fridays).
An image of groups of men playing checkers on park picnic tables, with other men and women sitting or strolling in Central Park. Note the fountain in the background on the right, 1962 June 6. The original negative was 2" X 2". University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Hugh Allan Collection [A2316-70690]
Photo from a collection depicting drag performances, Two Spirit gatherings, and Indigenous events, as well as friends or colleagues. In this photo a group are posing close together and smiling in a theatre backstage. University of Winnipeg Archives, Connie Merasty fonds [19.013-5]
An image of the Reading Room at the UW Archives. Two staff desks and a map cabinet are visible with a potted plant and large windows in the background.
File contains a photograph of [Dollie Blaine ?], a member of the People's Committee. University of Winnipeg Archives, Institute of Urban Studies fonds [24.04-1-7]
Contains documents from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women which were given to Albert McLeod. Includes the Executive Summary, Final Report, and Supplementary Report on a flash drive with MMIWG-FFADA lanyard; a Calls for Justice booklet; and an eagle feather. University of Winnipeg Archives, Two Spirited People of Manitoba Inc fonds [19.026-02-04]
Image depicting a group portrait of the members of a 1929 Latin class posing on the steps of Wesley Hall, including Mark ?, Bob Kippen, Ken McKillop, Joe Sansomme, Luella Dom, ? Moore, Elizabeth Ferguson, Marjorie Hopkins, Jean Boulton, and Sylvia Bud. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, University of Winnipeg Collection [A0624-19374]
Winnipeg Evening Tribune newspaper from June 1919. University of Winnipeg Archives, Paul Moist Fonds [UW21.09-7-13].
Image of the front entrance to the UW Archives on the 5th floor of the UW Library. To the left of the door is a standing banner advertising the Archives and a reference book on a stand.
Image of the Reading Room at the UW Archives. Technology stations, including microfilm readers, are featured in the photo.
An image of music album covers of "Happiness is Resi" in vinyl and "Niakwa Motor Hotel Presents Resi Dux at Zum Brauhaus With The Happy Wanderers Band" in vinyl and 8-track. University of Winnipeg Archives, Resi Dux Fonds [UW 25.23-01-01].
Image depicting Pope John Paul II waving to the camera while participating in a processional during his visit to Winnipeg, 1984 July. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, University of Winnipeg Collection [A1312-39237]
Two images of Fred Penner entertaining a group of students in the 4th floor Buffeteria in Centennial Hall, once in 1975 and again in 2015. University of Winnipeg Archives, University Relations & Communications Photograph Collection [05.005, 10.115].
Photograph of the UW Archives reading room, facing the front desk from the door. Seating, a small exhibit, and the rare book room are visible in the background.
Image depicting two students standing in front of Wesley College dressed in Stunt Night costumes, 1926. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, University of Winnipeg Collection [A0622-19323]
Black t-shirt with white graphics reading The Two-Spirit Council, Wichita, Kansas [2006?]. Brown t-shirt with red graphics, 2 Spirited People of Manitoba. logo was developed for the Two Spirited People of Manitoba by artist Lisa Jorgensen in 2011. University of Winnipeg Archives, Albert McLeod Fonds [(11.011, 13.006)-4].
An image of the front cover of the February 1944 issue of the Vox magazine. Includes a pencil illustration of leafless trees and a fence along a snowy hill.
An image of a burning straw stack at night on the H.M. Franzmann farm at Fannystelle, Manitoba, 1911. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Harry Franzmann Collection [A0883-26339]
An image of two children in front of a display at the T. Eaton Co.'s downtown store flower show. The original negative was 2" X 2", 1961 February 15. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Hugh Allan Collection [A2238-70266]
Photograph of Two-Spirit people marching in the 1991 New York City Pride March. Several people in the photograph are wearing traditional regalia. University of Winnipeg Archives, Albert McLeod fonds [11.011].
An image of Mae Waite, Canadian Speed Skating Champion, Juvenile in 1946, 1947 and Junior in 1949. She is pictured posing on the ice wearing skates and a Granada sweater, c. 1949. University of Winnipeg Archives, Western Canada Pictorial Index, Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame and Museum Collection [A0105-03269]
An illustration from the booklet "University of Winnipeg Signage". It depicts students in a furnished part of the then not built Centennial Hall building, titled "Buffeteria". The illustration has splashes of yellow, orange, and red. University of Winnipeg Archives, All Colleges Fonds [AC-22-2-1].
A poster advertising a live concert for the band Delirious?, held in the Duckworth Centre, 4 March 2002. University of Winnipeg Archives, Wesmen Athletics fonds [18.016-6-10].