The OBHS provides a range of African-Canadian educational materials for research and other purposes. There are also oral history and video cassettes available for use at the office.
Private collections on certain historical and contemporary figures such as Mary Ann Shadd and Leonard Braithwaite are available to the public.
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS INCLUDE:
A school information kit (teachers guide for classroom).
Books on contemporary Afro-Canadian writers.
A reference library including biographies, news items, and special collections of historical and contemporary personalities.
Audio-visual presentations for schools, businesses and community groups.
A quarterly newsletter.
The Society has extensive slide, print and negative collection for use by researchers, students, educators, businesses, community organizations and the general public.
COLLECTIONS:
OBHS Book Collection
Mary Ann Shadd Collection
Leonard Braithwaite Collection
Oral History & Video Cassette Collection
Collection of Newspaper clippings on Historical & Contemporary Personalities
RESEARCH TIME BOOKING PROCESS:
Due to limited space at the office, researchers must call (416) 867-9420 to confirm availability of space.
Book research time in advance.
See Research Fees
OBHS Corporate/Business Members
No Cost
OBHS Members
$5.00 first hour ($2.00 each additional hour.
Non-Members
$7.00 first hour ($3.00 each additional hour)
Students (Under 15)
$3.00 first hour ($1.00 each additional hour)
Photocopy cost not included in Research Fee
If purchases and photocopies exceed $25.00, there are no research fees
