This interview examines contemporary transformations in archival work in Quebec through the lens of decolonisation, with particular attention to colonial archives and their enduring effects on the representation of First Nations. The Canadian context is characterised by a bilingual English/French institutional environment and by broader linguistic pluralism shaped by First Nations languages. This multilingualism represents both a challenge and an opportunity to rethink archival description, enhance the discoverability of records and incorporate cultural perspectives that have long been marginalised. By highlighting collaborations between heritage institutions and Indigenous organisations, the article shows how new participatory approaches encourage the reappropriation of archives by the communities concerned and contribute to the recognition of First Nations cultures. Ultimately, it offers a critical reflection on the adaptation of archival frameworks to the ethical, cultural and linguistic demands of a postcolonial society, while underscoring the central role of archives in processes of memorial justice and the reconfiguration of knowledge.
Charbonneau et al. (Wed,) studied this question.