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2008

		CCI is now accepting applications for conservation treatment services! CCI is now accepting applications for treatment of artifacts for the April 2009 – March 2010 fiscal year. We invite Canadian museum clients to apply for conservation treatment services for furniture, objects (including industrial, ethnographic, and historical objects), photographic materials, and works of art on paper or paper-based archival documents. Treatment requests must be received before October 15, 2008, using the Conservation and Restoration Treatments Request Form available in the e-Services section of our Web site.

		CCI Research and Development Projects 2007– 2008 CCI's research and development projects reflect the evolving needs of the conservation and heritage communities, and often lead to the development of new conservation treatment techniques. We are pleased to present information on projects being carried out during 2007-2008.

		Recognizing Metals and their Corrosion Products CCI is pleased to present an illustrated guide to the problems and damage occasionally observed in metal collections, and offer tips for the proper care of metal objects.

		Preserving Cultural Heritage into the 21st Century: Current Perspectives and New Directions Join us in Ottawa on August 6-8, 2008 for this intensive program designed to inform and enable library and archives administrators and managers to more effectively plan and manage preservation and access to their collections. Presented in association with the 74th IFLA General Conference and Council.

		Exhibit Transportation Services closed After more than 30 years in operation, Exhibit Transportation Services (ETS) was discontinued on March 31, 2008. CCI would like to take this opportunity to thank the ETS manager and drivers/art handlers for their many years of dedicated service.

		Annual Review 2006-2007 CCI's Annual Review 2006-2007 presents comprehensive information on the results achieved by the Institute from April 1, 2006 to March 31, 2007. The document is available in pdf format and is about 2MB in size.

		Symposium 2007 CCI was privileged to host Symposium 2007 Preserving Aboriginal Heritage: Technical and Traditional Approaches in Ottawa on September 24 – 28, 2007. Learn more about the events and outcomes of the symposium in our Post-Symposium Message.

		Exhibit Transportation Workshops As a result of the discontinuation of Exhibit Transportation Services (ETS), CCI will provide training and advice to assist ETS clients as they make the transition to using private-sector carriers for fine art transportation.

		CCI Newsletter No. 38 Among the topics discussed in the 2007 issue of the CCI Newsletter are cleaning tests conducted on the decorative stage curtain at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, recovery of a historic aircraft from Charron Lake in Manitoba, and cooperation between CCI and Tobunken (Japan) on integrated pest management research and training.

		Professional Development Opportunity at CCI The Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI) is seeking a creative and innovative individual for a two-year assignment as the Director of its Information Services and Marketing (ISM) Division.

		Deadline for New Requests- Archaeological Conservation Services At this time, we would like to remind Canadian museums, universities, and Aboriginal communities of the upcoming deadline for new requests for archaeological conservation treatments (pre- and post-excavation) and conservation field services. Applications must be received before February 1, 2008.

		CCI introduces e-Services! e-Services provides a new and modern way to communicate and transact business with CCI. By registering for e-Services, you can submit requests for CCI services, track the progress of the work, and access an online version of the CCI Notes in both html and pdf formats. Access to CCI Notes is free for clients in Canada, and can be purchased by foreign clients for a one-time fee of CAN$80.

		New policies for CCI services To improve our service delivery and increase the transparency of our decision-making, CCI has developed a comprehensive services framework that includes clarification of clients eligible for our services, new criteria for assessing service requests, a new revenue generation policy, and an updated fee structure. Information on these policies, which will become effective on April 1, 2007, is now available in the Services section of our Web site.

		CCI Research and Development Projects 2006– 2007 CCI's research and development projects reflect the evolving needs of the conservation and heritage communities, and often lead to the development of new conservation treatment techniques. We are pleased to present information on projects being carried out during 2006-2007.

2007

		Call for artifacts CCI is pleased to announce that the renovation of our conservation laboratories is nearing completion, and we are once again able to carry out artifact treatments. We invite Canadian museum clients to apply for conservation treatment services for furniture, objects (including industrial, ethnographic, and historical objects), photographic materials, and works of art on paper or paper-based archival documents.

		Symposium 2007 Symposium 2007 is now full and Registration is closed to everyone except confirmed speakers and poster presenters. Details on Symposium 2007, Preserving Aboriginal Heritage: Technical and Traditional Approaches are still available.

		Mid-career-level Professional Development Survey At CCI, we are developing a new strategy for mid-career-level professional development for conservators in Canada. Therefore, we invite Canadian conservators to fill in this survey. This survey will help CCI achieve its goal of providing rich professional development opportunities for conservators in Canada. We thank you for your participation.

		Symposium 2007 Additional details on Symposium 2007 Preserving Aboriginal Heritage: Technical and Traditional Approaches have now been posted, and Registration is open. Note that a limited number of Travel Grants are also available for Aboriginal participants.

		New Post-Secondary Paid Internship Program CCI launches a new Post-Secondary Paid Internship Program for Canadians. Successful candidates will participate in a one-year internship that will allow them to enhance their studies with on-the-job training and experience. Interns will assist CCI conservators in improving the condition of Canadian heritage collections through the conservation and restoration treatment of heritage objects and the provision of conservation advice to clients. Conservator (intern) - Fine Arts or Photo/Archival Conservator (intern) - Objects, Archaeology or Furniture

		Facing Digital Preservation Challenges On March 28, 2007, CCI will be one of the co-presenters of a full-day workshop on preservation planning and long-term strategies for digital collections. This session is being offered as part of the Canadian Museums Association (CMA) annual conference in Ottawa. For more information, or to register, contact the CMA.

		Symposium 2007 Planning is currently underway for Symposium 2007 Preserving Aboriginal Heritage: Technical and Traditional Approaches. Registration fees are now posted, and registration will begin in March 2007.

		CCI Newsletter No. 37 Read about the return of Canada's first maple leaf flag to Parliament Hill, CCI's involvement in the preservation of Aboriginal material culture, and the relationship between intangible heritage and conservation in the spring 2006 issue of the CCI Newsletter.

		Reducing Risks to Collections On June18, 2007, CCI and ICCROM will offer a course in Romania to discuss and practice the risk management approach to conservation of collections.

2006

		Adhesives for Paleontology Collections In conjunction with the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology 2006 Annual Conference in Ottawa, CCI is offering a two-day workshop Adhesives for Paleontology Collections on October 16–17, 2006.

		ICCROM-CCI International Course in Ottawa The 2006 session of the ICCROM-CCI course "Preventive Conservation: Reducing Risks to Collections" will be presented in Ottawa from October 16 to 27, 2006.

		CCI Newsletter No. 36 Among the topics discussed in this latest issue of the CCI Newsletter are the measures being taken to protect Canadian archival collections from the hazards of iron gall ink, the use of the risk management approach in preventive conservation, and the impact that conservation can have on our understanding of history.

		CCI Research and Development Projects 2005– 2006 CCI's research and development projects reflect the evolving needs of the conservation and heritage communities, and often lead to the development of new conservation treatment techniques. We are pleased to present information on projects carried out during 2005-2006.

		CCI Newsletter No. 35 has just been posted online Featured in this issue are articles about restoration work on a sculpture of Queen Victoria in the Library of Parliament, a workshop on integrated pest management in Japan, and the benefits of facilities upgrading, as well as a discussion on the ephemeral artwork of Christo and Jeanne-Claude.

2005

		ICCROM-CCI Course on Preventive Conservation: Reducing Risks to Collections An international course on Preventive Conservation co-organized with the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) began June 6, 2005 in Rome.

		Mould Outbreak — An Immediate Response The detection of mould in a heritage collection requires prompt attention. CCI is pleased to provide a guide to help with immediate decisions and first steps to control the infestation and to protect people and the collection.

		CCI Research and Development Projects 2003 – 2004 CCI's research and development projects reflect the evolving needs of the conservation and heritage communities, and often lead to the development of new conservation treatment techniques. We are pleased to present information on projects carried out during 2003-2004.

		Web Site Usability Survey CCI is in the process of redesigning our Web site! To ensure that our site continues to be a useful resource for conservation information, we are requesting your input. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. The feedback you give us over the coming weeks will help shape the new design of this site.

		Treatment of a 16-century Spanish Panel Painting CCI recently completed treatment of Descente de croix, a 16th-century Spanish panel painting, in anticipation of it exhibition at the Canadian Museum of Civilization, June 11, 2004 to March 28, 2005.

		Preventive Conservation: Reducing Risks to Collections On June 6-24, 2005, CCI and ICCROM will offer a course to discuss and practice the risk management approach to conservation of collections. Application Deadline: 20 December 2004.

2004

		CCI has a New Director General! CCI was pleased to welcome a new Director General on June 21, 2004. Jeanne Inch brings to the Institute a strong background in management, a long professional interest in science, research and development, and a personal interest in cultural heritage.

		CCI Library Re-opens CCI is pleased to announce the opening of its newly renovated library. At the same time, the library has eliminated all fees for loans and document delivery services within Canada.

		The History and Treatment of Works with Iron Gall Ink Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and CCI will present a three-day workshop (rescheduled to February 21-23, 2005) on the history and treatment of works containing iron gall ink for the professional development of conservators and collection managers. Workshop is full and registration is closed.