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Preservation Consultant

The Preservation Consultant Programme provides complimentary advisory services of a professional conservator to AAO members throughout Ontario.

Effective Immediately: Due to the NADP 2012 funding cuts, the available hours for the Preservation Consultant are weekly, Wednesday(s) only from 9am-12pm.

Iona McCraith
Preservation Consultant
Archives Association of Ontario
1450 Hwy 7A, P.O. Box 206
Bethany, ON
L0A 1A0
Tel: (705) 277-1309 / Fax: (705) 277-2091

What is the Preservation Consultant Service?

Saturday, 21 March 2020 21:28 Preservation Consultant Services - Preservation Consultant

Since its establishment in 1999 the Preservation Consultant Service has provided complementary consulting services of a professional conservator to AAO members throughout Ontario requiring specialized preservation assistance.

Preservation Consultant Resources

Tuesday, 24 May 2011 08:49 Adam Becker Services - Preservation Consultant

Emergency Planning

Important Links

Document Downloads

Iona McCraith Biography

Friday, 22 October 2010 11:13 Adam Becker Services - Preservation Consultant

Iona McCraith holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree (1979) from York University, where she majored in anthropology and art history. She has been a practising conservator specializing in archival materials since 1982, when she graduated from Algonquin College with an Applied Arts Diploma in museum conservation. Upon leaving Algonquin College she completed a one year internship at the Canadian Conservation Institute to further hone her skills and experience.

Emergency Assistance List

Wednesday, 02 June 2010 14:07 Adam Becker Services - Preservation Consultant

A quick response within the first few hours following an emergency (flood, fire, etc.) can often be crucial in minimizing the extent of damage to archival holdings. If you require emergency assistance contact one of the following:

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