Subseries 5.1 - Subject files and correspondence

Identity area

Reference code

UTA 1736-5-5.1

Title

Subject files and correspondence

Date(s)

  • 1963-2017 (Creation)

Level of description

Subseries

Extent and medium

2.47m of textual records
10 audio CDs

Context area

Name of creator

(1932-2024)

Archival history

Immediate source of acquisition or transfer

Content and structure area

Scope and content

This series contains files of correspondence, notes, reports, minutes of meetings, clippings, manuscripts, and other records relating to various activities, organizations, issues that Prof. Russell has been involved in over the past four decades. Material reflects his academic interests related to constitutional issues, legal topics, as well social justice issues. Sub-series includes correspondence, reports and notes relating to the Canadian Bar Association’s Committee for appointment of Judges, the China Democracy project, the Bilingualism & Biculturalism Commission, the Task Force to Review Comprehensive Native Land Claims, the University League for Social Reform, the Truth and Reconciliation Committee panels, electoral reform, and other issues and bodies.

Appraisal, destruction and scheduling

Accruals

System of arrangement

Files are arranged alphabetically. For list of photographs removed from files see Series 15 (Photographs).

Conditions of access and use area

Conditions governing access

The following files are restricted for 30 years: B2017-0006/007 (04) – (05), B2019-0008/003(16)

Conditions governing reproduction

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    Script of material

      Language and script notes

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      Finding aids

      Uploaded finding aid

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      Note

      Researchers are advised to consult Series 14 (Research) for additional subject files and correspondence.

      Alternative identifier(s)

      Reference number

      B2005-0001/027 – B2005-0001/038; B2017-0006/007 - /010; B2019-0008/003 - /006(03)

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