Archivists
Occupation · NOC 2021 51102 · Canada
- NOC 2021 code
- 51102
- TEER
- 1
- Positions on positive LMIAs, all lists
- 0
- Median wage, Canada
- C$39.24 per hour
- Job Bank postings, Jan–Sep 2026
- 22
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About this occupation
Archivists manage, process, store and disseminate information contained in an organization's archives. They acquire, store and research textual material, pictures, maps, architectural documents, electronic materials, films and videos, and sound recordings and multimedia materials. They are employed in archives, in the public and para-public sectors and in private sector organizations.
Example job titles
- archivist
- historical archivist
- multimedia archivist
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Develop policies and procedures for managing current and semicurrent archives, in particular corporate cataloguing systems, records scheduling and disposal, and finding aids
- Design programs for managing, disseminating and storing archives of all types (documents, photographs, maps, audio-visual materials, manuscripts, etc.)
- Plan the computerized management of archives and the management of electronic archives
- Appraise and acquire archival materials to build and develop an archival collection for research purposes
- Authenticate documents and records, and research the origins and significance of archival materials
- Organize noncurrent archives and develop cataloguing and retrieval systems to allow access to archival materials
- Assist people with their searches.
Employment requirements
- A bachelor's degree with a minor in archival studies or A university degree with a certificate in archival studies is required.
- A master's degree in archival studies, archival studies and information science, library science or history may be required.
Permanent residence
Admissions of permanent residents by intended occupation and Express Entry invitations by occupation (IRCC).
- Federal Skilled Worker30
Wages
Median wage by province and territory (2025 release). Hourly unless marked per year.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | C$20.00 | C$39.24 | C$54.09 |
| Alberta | C$26.11 | C$40.45 | C$52.73 |
| British Columbia | C$23.75 | C$39.19 | C$51.73 |
| Manitoba | C$22.05 | C$35.09 | C$46.69 |
| Nova Scotia | C$27.37 | C$39.57 | C$49.20 |
| Ontario | C$28.67 | C$42.62 | C$59.43 |
| Quebec | C$23.00 | C$39.14 | C$47.18 |
- Job Bank postings, Jan–Sep 2026
- 22
- Vacancies advertised
- 22
- Median advertised minimum hourly wage
- C$24.00
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