To request a digital copy of any item in our holdings, please complete our online reproduction request form (provided below).
For more complex reproduction requests, you may choose to use our PDF Reproduction Agreement form (email to archives@unbc.ca).
Fees for our archival reproduction services depend on the type, extent, and intended use of the digital copy.
| Format | Fee (Pre-digitized) | Fee (Digitization on Demand) |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph (TIFF or JPEG) | $10 per file | $10 per file |
| Audio (WAV or MP3) | $10 per file | Current rates of 3rd party vendor |
| Video (MP4 or AVI) | $10 per file | Current rates of 3rd party vendor |
| Text (good condition) | $10 per file | 25¢ per page |
| Text (fragile) | $10 per file | Estimate provided via invoice |
| Maps and Plans | $10 per file | $10 per file |
| Medium of Publication | Fee |
| Books, print, exhibition, web, advertising | $25 per item |
| Broadcast (television, radio, film) | $75 per item |
For full details about our fees, review our Schedule of Fees for Archival Reproductions
We will provide you with an invoice for your requested digital copies. Pre-payment is required before services are rendered. Payment can be made via cash, cheque, or credit card (via phone).
The User may not use reproductions for any commercial use other than with the permission of the NBCA and subject to payment of a User fee per image. Commercial use includes publishing, webpage design, video production, broadcasting, self copy, exhibits, product presentations, interior design, advertising, or similar commercial use, including for-profit work done by consultants or commercial design firms on behalf of government agencies or non-profit institutions. Fees are for one-time and non-exclusive use and are in addition to any reproduction & handling charges.
A credit line must be given for the publication, exhibition, presentation, or use of reproductions from the NBCA. Credit line to be written in the manner as follows:
Northern BC Archives, UNBC Accession No. ______.
Northern BC Archives & Special Collections

Location
3333 University Way
Prince George, BC
4th Floor of UNBC Library
Drop-in Visits
Available only for library books from Special Collections
9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Mon-Fri
Confirm availability: 250-960-5592
Research Appointments
For archival and library research visits
8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Mon-Fri
Email: archives@unbc.ca
Research Help
Archival research assistance
Email: archives@unbc.ca
Reproduction Requests
Digital copies of archival material
Email: archives@unbc.ca
Donation Inquiries
Email: archives@unbc.ca
Phone: 250-960-6603
General Inquiries
Email: archives@unbc.ca
Phone: 250-960-5592
If you don't receive a response to your email within 3 business days please contact us via phone. Sometimes we experience technical issues.