• What are the Oak Bay Archives?

The Oak Bay Archives is a repository for original documents, records, photographs and ephemera relevant to the District of Oak Bay. historical records are available for public research. Scholars, students and the general public have access to the archives. Researchers will be provided with requested material, but may not remove it from the premises.

 

 

• Can I research my home or property at the Archives?

Yes, if you are the owner of the property. Building files are available for over 200 homes; there is an inventory of all residential buildings that contains relevant dates. Plans and other records may be available from the Building and Planning Department in the Municipal Hall. Past owners may be researched at the Land Titles Office and past owners and/or residents may be found in old City Directories available at the main branch of the Victoria Library or the City of Victoria Archives. The Oak Bay Archives does not have a set of city directories but we will be pleased to help you organize your research.

 

 

• When can I visit the Archives?

Drop in Tuesday 9:30 to noon, Thursday 1-3 pm or by appointment
Academic researchers and students are encouraged to make an appointment.

SOME OF THE ITEMS IN OAK BAY'S ARCHIVES INCLUDE:

• District of Oak Bay community records • Oak Bay Police documents • Village Crafts • Association of Women Electors • Dorita Grant • Terry Reksten • Monterey School records • Uplands School records • Tod House • Harling Point • Gladys Downs • Oral Histories • Oak Bay Centennial materials • Appraisal cards • Demolition files • Building files	• Oak Bay Municipal collection • Peter McKechnie collection • Bill Halkett collection • Aerial photos Digital only collections: • Burrell Family Album • McNeill Family Album • Unwin Family Album • Oak Bay, British Columbia: in photographs - archival scans • Oak Bay Community Heritage Register 2004-2008 Researchers are requested to make an appointment to view photographs and digital images.