Grants and Contributions:
Title:
The legacy of André Camirand: archives and achievements of a visionary architect in the heart of Quebec
Agreement Number:
2526-0060
Agreement Value:
$50,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
The SHD has a unique, original, and representative archival fonds that reflects the evolution of residences and the built environment of Centre-du-Québec: the collection of annotated architectural projects and plans by architect André Camirand (1940-2022). In order to make this archival fonds accessible, the SHD wants to process it, digitize it (notably large format plans and those showing signs of mould), and disseminate it (exhibition, 3D modelling, multimedia content, etc.)
Organization:
Library and Archives Canada
Expected Results:
The SHD wants to achieve several results by processing the fonds of Mr. Camirand: this involves the physical processing of documents and their optimal long-term preservation, their digitization, and incorporation into our website, as well as staff training.
Location:
Drummondville, Quebec, CA J2B 6W3
Reference Number:
129-2025-2026-Q1-00009
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
891342479-RR0001
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Société d'histoire de Drummond (SHD)
Program:
Documentary Heritage Communities Program
Program Purpose:
The Documentary Heritage Communities Program supports the development of Canada's local archival and library communities by increasing their capacity to preserve, provide access to, and promote local documentary heritage.