The ArQuives aspires to be a significant resource and catalyst for those who strive for a future world where 2SLGBTQ people are accepted, valued, and celebrated.

Mission: The ArQuives was established to aid in the recovery and preservation of our histories. It’s mandate is to:
– acquire, preserve, organize, and give public access to information and materials in any medium, by and about 2SLGBTQ people, primarily produced or concerning Canada
– maintain a research library, international research files, and an international collection of 2SLGBTQ periodicals