"The Rooms" Facilities & Services Provincial Archives of NF & Labrador PLANNED PRESENT more than 8,000 ft2 of on-site storage and processing space 2,798 ft2 of storage space, no processing space in Colonial Building 4,630 ft.2 Reference Room with capacity for 80 clients; separate audio-visual room; hard-wired for on-line searching 1,500 ft.2 Reference Room (space for 40 clients); microfilm readers in main Room; no on-line searching capacity temperature and humidity controls and monitoring, including specialized storage area for photographic collection no environmental controls; collections subject to fluctuating temperature and humidity on a daily basis fire protection and advanced security systems basic fire protection and security systems isolation and conservation facilities to handle problem collections no isolation area in which to assess recent acquisitions without potential contamination of existing holdings fully equipped darkroom and computer lab facilities no darkroom facilities; all photographs and other records must be taken off-site for photographic reproduction increased programming capacity provided by access to classrooms, multi-media auditorium, and specially designed exhibit gallery Colonial Building fire limit is 50 occupants; no appropriate space for school groups; insecure exhibit area (old House of Assembly Chamber) handicap accessibility for the first time! clients with mobility challenges are unable to research at PANL capacity for "Friends of the Provincial Archives" and volunteer programs currently no appropriate space, staff or other resources to support such initiatives increased resources overall, including improved fund raising capability commitment of new resources to properly run an enlarged PANL increased profile to enhance understanding of archives and the values of documentary heritage placement of PANL in The Rooms enhances it profile within new client groups and the general public