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	==Success stories==		==Success stories==
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		+	'''July 24,2025''' - The University of Toronto has recently worked with a consultant to make a version of the AtoM PDF XSLTs that add the necessary structure tags in order to make them navigable by screen readers and other assistive devices. The consultant, Thomas Guignard, has written [https://tgconsulting.ca/projects/uoft-atom/ an article] detailing improvements being made and states that "the resulting accessibility improvements are currently being tested by UofT staff and will be submitted for inclusion in the AtoM code base, so as to benefit the broader user community."
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		+	This is a great example of a community contribution to AtoM, as well as a step towards better accessibility in AtoM!
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		+	* Read about most about these changes in the [https://groups.google.com/g/ica-atom-users/c/jNpK037-_5k/m/f3kPq4FgAAAJ AtoM User Forum]
		+	* See Kelli Babcock's slides from AAO about [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1gKxe8Eqb9uSAVQZA-uZ1iP9MxgA29H4MEwzu24elLlo/edit?slide=id.p2#slide=id.p2 AtoM PDF accessibility remediation]
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	'''August 10, 2023''' - Shetland Museum and Archives have launched a [https://ukdps.shetland.cname.accesstomemory.org/ new AtoM catalogue] with over 120,000 descriptions and 700 digitized textual and audio files, including oral history recordings from the 1980s and 1990s.		'''August 10, 2023''' - Shetland Museum and Archives have launched a [https://ukdps.shetland.cname.accesstomemory.org/ new AtoM catalogue] with over 120,000 descriptions and 700 digitized textual and audio files, including oral history recordings from the 1980s and 1990s.

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	==Success stories==		==Success stories==
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		+	'''August 10, 2023''' - Shetland Museum and Archives have launched a [https://ukdps.shetland.cname.accesstomemory.org/ new AtoM catalogue] with over 120,000 descriptions and 700 digitized textual and audio files, including oral history recordings from the 1980s and 1990s.
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		+	The Museum and Archives shared more details about the catalogue in a [https://www.shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.uk/blog/shetland-museum-and-archives-launches-new-online-archive-catalogue blog post]:
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		+	''Archivist Brian Smith said: “The Shetland Museum and Archives has impressive collections of documents, books and oral history recordings. We are delighted that we are now able to share details of this material with a much broader audience.''
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		+	''“There are now more than 400 audio files online, many of them interviews recorded in the 1980s and 1990s. They provide a fascinating insight into life in Shetland during that time.''
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		+	''“Many of the interviewees are fantastic storytellers, and it is a joy to listen as they share memories of fishing, crofting, childhood tales and general everyday life in the isles which are often told in broad Shetland dialect.”''
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		+	''There is also a large selection of high quality digital files that can be viewed and downloaded, including Shetland maps, images, recipes, transcripts of court cases as well as other historical documents.''
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		+	''Brian Smith added: “Our new online archive catalogue will be a valuable resource for researchers and anyone with an interest in Shetland’s history. It is easy to use, has a good search function and has an attractive design, which means it displays well on mobiles and tablets.”''
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		+	Congratulations to the Shetland Museum and Archives on the launch of their new site!
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		+	* Visit the [https://ukdps.shetland.cname.accesstomemory.org/ Shetland Archives Catalogue]
		+	* Read more about the new catalogue on the [https://www.shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.uk/blog/shetland-museum-and-archives-launches-new-online-archive-catalogue Shetland Museum and Archives blog] and in the [https://www.shetnews.co.uk/2023/08/08/museums-impressive-collections-uploaded-to-online-catalogue/ Shetland News]
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	'''October 21, 2020''' - The Saskatchewan Council for Archives and Archivists and the University of Saskatchewan have re-launched the new [https://memorysask.ca/ Memory Sask-SAIN] AtoM database.		'''October 21, 2020''' - The Saskatchewan Council for Archives and Archivists and the University of Saskatchewan have re-launched the new [https://memorysask.ca/ Memory Sask-SAIN] AtoM database.

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	==Success stories==		==Success stories==
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		+	'''October 21, 2020''' - The Saskatchewan Council for Archives and Archivists and the University of Saskatchewan have re-launched the new [https://memorysask.ca/ Memory Sask-SAIN] AtoM database.
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		+	SCAA’s website announced the launch on October 1, providing this summary:
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		+	''It may look similar, but now searches of the full shared content of SCAA member institutions can be made in one place, including the ability to search within different photographs collections making MemorySask – SAIN a powerful tool for research.
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		+	''In late 2019, U of S, with funding and staff support from SCAA, contracted Artefactual Systems to merge the two SAIN databases. This was a major undertaking involving both custom programming and manual review of descriptions. The work on the SAIN merger project was completed in March. Since then, several contributing institutions have been adding and updating entries through a temporary hosting arrangement. This arrangement was facilitated by U of S, which hosts the public database, to minimize further downtime as their IT staff were focused on support required due to the pandemic.''
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		+	''Now with the U of S able to take-on the hosting duties from Artefactual the public launch is on the horizon.''
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		+	Congratulations on a successful re-launch of your database – especially during a pandemic and challenging work times. Well done, all!
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	'''February 19, 2020''' - The Association for Manitoba Archives ([http://mbarchives.ca/ AMA]) announces the successful conclusion of a massive, multi-year project to update the provincial portal's ([https://main.lib.umanitoba.ca/ MAIN], which runs AtoM) subject headings " to be more inclusive and respectful of Manitoba’s Indigenous people." From the details added to MAIN about the project:		'''February 19, 2020''' - The Association for Manitoba Archives ([http://mbarchives.ca/ AMA]) announces the successful conclusion of a massive, multi-year project to update the provincial portal's ([https://main.lib.umanitoba.ca/ MAIN], which runs AtoM) subject headings " to be more inclusive and respectful of Manitoba’s Indigenous people." From the details added to MAIN about the project:

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 '''February 7, 2020''' - The [http://www.saskarchives.com/ Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan] announce the launch of their new AtoM catalog. This comes after a long migration, development, and theming contract with Artefactual Systems. Some excerpts from the public announcement found on the News and events page of the PAS website:
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 [[File:pas-atom-launch-2020-02-07.png|center|500px|thumb| PAS AtoM launch announcement, February 7, 2020]]
 '''October 25, 2018''' - Mount Royal University's [https://library.mtroyal.ca/searchandfind/ourcollections/archivesandspecialcollections Archives and Special Collections] has now publicly launched its new AtoM-based  descriptive database, called [https://archives.mtroyal.ca/ Archives Search]. In a [https://blogs.mtroyal.ca/library/2018/10/25/new-online-access-to-rare-archival-collections/ blog post] announcing the launch, MRU notes:

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	==Success stories==		==Success stories==
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		+	'''February 7, 2020''' - The [http://www.saskarchives.com/ Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan] announce the launch of their new AtoM catalog. This comes after a long migration, development, and theming contract with Artefactual Systems. Some excerpts from the public announcement found on the News and events page of the PAS website:
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		+	''“This online catalogue puts the rich history of our province directly at the fingertips of our citizens,” said Minister Responsible for the Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan Ken Cheveldayoff. “This will enable a broader audience to access historical documents anytime, anywhere whether their research be personal or academic.”''
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		+	''Researchers can search over 900,000 descriptions of records from the Permanent Collection of the Provincial Archives. The catalogue also provides online access to more than 300,000 digitized original archival records, primarily photographs and textual records. New content is added as records are processed and digital projects are completed.''
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		+	''“Our new catalogue provides a fresh, streamlined approach to accessing our holdings,” Provincial Archivist, Linda McIntyre said. “It enables us to make content available online quickly and easily, for research use across the province and around the world.”''
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		+	Congratulations on the successful launch!
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		+	* See the new PAS catalogue here: https://search.saskarchives.com/
		+	* View the [https://www.saskarchives.com/news-and-events News and events section] of the PAS website
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		+	Note: The News and Events section of the PAS website does not maintain historical news posts or provide individual links per announcement. A screenshot of the AtoM launch announcement on February 7th, 2020 is included below.
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		+	[[File:pas-atom-launch-2020-02-07.png\|center\|500px\|thumb\| PAS AtoM launch announcement, February 7, 2020]]
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	'''October 25, 2018''' - Mount Royal University's [https://library.mtroyal.ca/searchandfind/ourcollections/archivesandspecialcollections Archives and Special Collections] has now publicly launched its new AtoM-based descriptive database, called [https://archives.mtroyal.ca/ Archives Search]. In a [https://blogs.mtroyal.ca/library/2018/10/25/new-online-access-to-rare-archival-collections/ blog post] announcing the launch, MRU notes:		'''October 25, 2018''' - Mount Royal University's [https://library.mtroyal.ca/searchandfind/ourcollections/archivesandspecialcollections Archives and Special Collections] has now publicly launched its new AtoM-based descriptive database, called [https://archives.mtroyal.ca/ Archives Search]. In a [https://blogs.mtroyal.ca/library/2018/10/25/new-online-access-to-rare-archival-collections/ blog post] announcing the launch, MRU notes:

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	==Success stories==		==Success stories==
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		+	'''October 25, 2018''' - Mount Royal University's [https://library.mtroyal.ca/searchandfind/ourcollections/archivesandspecialcollections Archives and Special Collections] has now publicly launched its new AtoM-based descriptive database, called [https://archives.mtroyal.ca/ Archives Search]. In a [https://blogs.mtroyal.ca/library/2018/10/25/new-online-access-to-rare-archival-collections/ blog post] announcing the launch, MRU notes:
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		+	''The Archives and Special Collections now offers an online database that allows Library users to access rare primary sources from the classroom or even from the comfort of their own homes. Archives Search, launched on October 25, contains descriptions of over 2,600 historical records held by the Archives and Special Collections. It also contains over 1,400 digitized photographs and documents, allowing far greater access to these sources while also helping to preserve fragile originals.''
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		+	''"Archives contain the unique unpublished primary sources that history is written from," explains Archivist and Special Collections Librarian Peter Houston. The launch of this new online resource is a big step towards his goal of connecting as many students and faculty as possible to the Archives’ valuable collections so that they can be used for teaching and research.''
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		+	Congratulations on the launch!
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		+	* [https://blogs.mtroyal.ca/library/2018/10/25/new-online-access-to-rare-archival-collections/ See the launch announcement blog post]
		+	* [https://archives.mtroyal.ca/ Visit MRU's Archives Search site]
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	'''October 15, 2018''' - The [https://vancouver.ca/your-government/city-of-vancouver-archives.aspx City of Vancouver Archives] (CVA) has launched its first release of Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) born-digital material. Over 12,000 digital photographs from the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay (OTR) are [https://searcharchives.vancouver.ca/otr-torchbearer-photos now available] to the public. This represents a significant milestone in the CVA's digital preservation program, and a successful test of Archivematica's ability to ingest large numbers of files and automatically upload access copies and descriptive metadata to CVA's [https://searcharchives.vancouver.ca/ online database].		'''October 15, 2018''' - The [https://vancouver.ca/your-government/city-of-vancouver-archives.aspx City of Vancouver Archives] (CVA) has launched its first release of Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) born-digital material. Over 12,000 digital photographs from the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay (OTR) are [https://searcharchives.vancouver.ca/otr-torchbearer-photos now available] to the public. This represents a significant milestone in the CVA's digital preservation program, and a successful test of Archivematica's ability to ingest large numbers of files and automatically upload access copies and descriptive metadata to CVA's [https://searcharchives.vancouver.ca/ online database].

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	Digital Archivist Glenn Dingwall has been working with the VANOC records, time permitting, since 2012, and writes about the Olympic Torch Relay photographs on the CVA blog, [https://www.vancouverarchives.ca/2018/10/11/2010-olympic-torch-relay-photographs-now-available/#more-7217 AuthentiCity].		Digital Archivist Glenn Dingwall has been working with the VANOC records, time permitting, since 2012, and writes about the Olympic Torch Relay photographs on the CVA blog, [https://www.vancouverarchives.ca/2018/10/11/2010-olympic-torch-relay-photographs-now-available/#more-7217 AuthentiCity].
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		+	[[File:OTRroute.png\|center\|500px\|thumb\| Olympic Torch Relay Route]]

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	As part of the Host City Agreement for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, the CVA was designated the repository for VANOC's records of archival value and at the end of the Games, VANOC transferred 70 metres of analogue records and 25 TB of born-digital material. The City invested in CVA's digital preservation capacity with funding from the Olympic Legacy Fund, and CVA became one of the first institutions to allocate resources to the development of Archivematica.		As part of the Host City Agreement for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, the CVA was designated the repository for VANOC's records of archival value and at the end of the Games, VANOC transferred 70 metres of analogue records and 25 TB of born-digital material. The City invested in CVA's digital preservation capacity with funding from the Olympic Legacy Fund, and CVA became one of the first institutions to allocate resources to the development of Archivematica.
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		+	Digital Archivist Glenn Dingwall has been working with the VANOC records, time permitting, since 2012, and writes about the Olympic Torch Relay photographs on the CVA blog, [https://www.vancouverarchives.ca/2018/10/11/2010-olympic-torch-relay-photographs-now-available/#more-7217 AuthentiCity].
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	'''October 4, 2018''' The [https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/edmonton_archives/city-of-edmonton-archives.aspx City of Edmonton Archives] officially launches its new [https://cityarchives.edmonton.ca/ AtoM catalogue!] The Edmonton team held a public launch celebration at Edmonton City Hall to help kick-off the relaunch and celebrate [http://archivesalberta.org/programs-and-services/archives-week/ Alberta Archives Week 2018].		'''October 4, 2018''' The [https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/edmonton_archives/city-of-edmonton-archives.aspx City of Edmonton Archives] officially launches its new [https://cityarchives.edmonton.ca/ AtoM catalogue!] The Edmonton team held a public launch celebration at Edmonton City Hall to help kick-off the relaunch and celebrate [http://archivesalberta.org/programs-and-services/archives-week/ Alberta Archives Week 2018].

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	==Success stories==		==Success stories==
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		+	'''October 15, 2018''' - The [https://vancouver.ca/your-government/city-of-vancouver-archives.aspx City of Vancouver Archives] (CVA) has launched its first release of Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) born-digital material. Over 12,000 digital photographs from the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay (OTR) are [https://searcharchives.vancouver.ca/otr-torchbearer-photos now available] to the public. This represents a significant milestone in the CVA's digital preservation program, and a successful test of Archivematica's ability to ingest large numbers of files and automatically upload access copies and descriptive metadata to CVA's [https://searcharchives.vancouver.ca/ online database].
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		+	As part of the Host City Agreement for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, the CVA was designated the repository for VANOC's records of archival value and at the end of the Games, VANOC transferred 70 metres of analogue records and 25 TB of born-digital material. The City invested in CVA's digital preservation capacity with funding from the Olympic Legacy Fund, and CVA became one of the first institutions to allocate resources to the development of Archivematica.

	'''October 4, 2018''' The [https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/edmonton_archives/city-of-edmonton-archives.aspx City of Edmonton Archives] officially launches its new [https://cityarchives.edmonton.ca/ AtoM catalogue!] The Edmonton team held a public launch celebration at Edmonton City Hall to help kick-off the relaunch and celebrate [http://archivesalberta.org/programs-and-services/archives-week/ Alberta Archives Week 2018].		'''October 4, 2018''' The [https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/edmonton_archives/city-of-edmonton-archives.aspx City of Edmonton Archives] officially launches its new [https://cityarchives.edmonton.ca/ AtoM catalogue!] The Edmonton team held a public launch celebration at Edmonton City Hall to help kick-off the relaunch and celebrate [http://archivesalberta.org/programs-and-services/archives-week/ Alberta Archives Week 2018].

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 '''October 4, 2018''' The [https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/edmonton_archives/city-of-edmonton-archives.aspx City of Edmonton Archives] officially launches its new [https://cityarchives.edmonton.ca/ AtoM catalogue!] The Edmonton team held a public launch celebration at Edmonton City Hall to help kick-off the relaunch and celebrate [http://archivesalberta.org/programs-and-services/archives-week/ Alberta Archives Week 2018].
-[[File:edmonton-AtoM-launch-2018.png|center|500px|thumb| The City of Edmonton Archives launch event announcement]]
+[[File:edmonton-AtoM-launch-2018.jpg|center|500px|thumb| The City of Edmonton Archives launch event announcement]]
 City Archivist Kathryn Ivany spoke to the Star Edmonton following the launch: