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An administrative history of the Government of Alberta, 1905-2005

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Presents an administrative history of the Government of Alberta from 1905 to 2005, which offers readers the ability to trace the structure, function and evolution of government ministries and... More ≫

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Presents an administrative history of the Government of Alberta from 1905 to 2005, which offers readers the ability to trace the structure, function and evolution of government ministries and agencies over the first 100 years of the province. It covers a century of activity involving the establishment, transfer, and abolition of provincial ministries, departments, and select agencies and committees.

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How to do oral history

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This Heritage Note discusses the various phases of an oral history project. It identifies some of the questions to ask before starting a project and provides concrete recommendations and examples... More ≫

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This Heritage Note discusses the various phases of an oral history project. It identifies some of the questions to ask before starting a project and provides concrete recommendations and examples to assist oral history researchers. This is the eleventh in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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How to research and evaluate government and commercial buildings

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The buildings of government and business form an important part of Alberta’s built heritage. This Heritage Note is intended to provide guidance and suggestions on research into government and... More ≫

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The buildings of government and business form an important part of Alberta’s built heritage. This Heritage Note is intended to provide guidance and suggestions on research into government and commercial buildings in Alberta and evaluating their historical significance. This is the ninth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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How to research historic houses

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One popular method of preserving the built environment is through the designation of a building as a heritage structure deemed significant for certain reasons. These reasons may include the... More ≫

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One popular method of preserving the built environment is through the designation of a building as a heritage structure deemed significant for certain reasons. These reasons may include the building's age, its architectural style, or perhaps a notable architect or occupant. This Heritage Note provides a brief historical background on houses in Alberta as well as guidance on researching houses to determine their significance. This is the tenth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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Structural and subfloor repairs

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Some heritage buildings may suffer from floor problems that require attention. This Heritage Note examines the elements that make up the subfloor’s structural system, identifies the problems one... More ≫

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Some heritage buildings may suffer from floor problems that require attention. This Heritage Note examines the elements that make up the subfloor’s structural system, identifies the problems one might expect to encounter, and offers possible solutions for some of the problems a homeowner may encounter. This is the eighth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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The basics of site drainage

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Site drainage is an important component of good historic resource management. This Heritage Note is intended to assist building owners, managers and contractors in finding the source of common... More ≫

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Site drainage is an important component of good historic resource management. This Heritage Note is intended to assist building owners, managers and contractors in finding the source of common drainage problems, and offer some possible solutions. This is the seventh in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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