The aim of the symposium is to revisit and explore the concept of the series system as a method of archival arrangement, and to reflect on past experiences and lessons learned at institutions where this system, or an iteration of this system, has been implemented in the last couple of decades. An important element of this reflection will be to consider the challenges and opportunities of using the series system in a recordkeeping environment increasingly transformed by digital media, open government, and other factors.

The event is in English only.

FINAL AGENDA

9:00 am – 9:30 am (EST)
Registration, networking, coffee/tea

9:30 am – 9:35 am (EST)
Welcoming remarks

9:35 am – 10:15 am (EST)
The Australian Series System : A view from down under presented by John Roberts

10:20 am – 10:50 am (EST)
The Adoption of the Series System at the Archives of Ontario presented by Emily Chicorli

10:50 am – 11:05 am (EST)
Break (coffee and tea will be available)

11:05 am – 11:45 am (EST)
Plato’s poorer cousins: reflections on function from a deeply darkened room presented by Paul Henry

11:50 am – 12:30 pm (EST)
To Fonds or Not to Fonds : Arrangement and Description of Government Records at Library and Archives Canada presented by Leah Sander and Sarah Cook

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm (EST)
Lunch (provided)

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm (EST)
Panel on the challenges of the series system - Archives of Ontario, City of Ottawa Archives, Sasketchewan Archives

2:30 pm – 2:45 pm (EST)
Break (coffee and tea will be available)

2:45 pm – 3:15 pm (EST)
Presentation by Steve Billinton on the possible future directions of the series system

3:15 pm – 3:55 pm (EST)
Q&A/open forum session open to all participants

3:55 pm – 4:00 pm (EST)
Closing remarks

Below you will find instructions on how to connect to the Adobe site to view symposium presentations, as well as teleconferencing details. Please note that you will need to connect online and to the teleconference line to participate in the symposium.

Adobe Connects : Participating in Series Symposium on Tuesday April 25, 2017:

1. If this is your first time attending a meeting via Adobe Connect, please test your connection by clicking on this Test Link in advance of the meeting.

1. Click on the link below to join the meeting online on April 25th http://digitalontario.adobeconnect.com/seriessymposium/

1. Ensure that Enter as a Guest is selected, then enter your name in the blank field. Click on Enter the Room.

1. You will also need to dial in to the teleconference: 416-212-8013 OR 1-866-633-1013, ID: 6732870

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