The Association of Canadian Archivists (ACA) is pleased to announce two new Indigenous membership categories, beginning January 1, 2027.

These new categories reflect ACA's ongoing commitment to reconciliation, relationship-building, and reducing barriers to participation in the archival profession.

Beginning in 2027, ACA will offer:

Individual Indigenous Membership — $25/year

Open to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis, including archival workers, students, and cultural heritage workers, regardless of where they work or study. Eligibility is based on self-identification, and no documentation or proof of ancestry, legal status, or community affiliation is required.

Indigenous Institutional Membership — $50/year

Open to archives, museums, and cultural heritage organizations owned, governed, and operated by Indigenous peoples that primarily preserve Indigenous collections. The annual fee is $50, regardless of the number of staff employed.

Both categories offer the same benefits and privileges as ACA's corresponding individual and institutional memberships, including opportunities to participate in ACA governance, access to professional development, publications, and discounted conference and workshop registration.

The introduction of these categories is one step in ACA's broader work to advance the commitments of the Reconciliation Framework and strengthen Indigenous participation and leadership within the Association.

Join today and enjoy membership through December 31, 2027!

Although the new membership categories officially take effect January 1, 2027, individuals and institutions can purchase their 2027 memberships now. Anyone who joins before December 31, 2026, will receive membership through December 31, 2027.

Beginning January 1, 2027, ACA will transition to rolling 12-month memberships, meaning new memberships will be valid for a full year from their start date.

Learn more about ACA membership

Read more in our press release.