The purpose of this site is to introduce Fire Insurance Plans at Western Archives. It is our hope that this site will help to increase public’s awareness and knowledge of Fire Insurance Plans in general. More specifically, we try to make Western Archives’ extensive collection of Fire Insurance Plans known and accessible to the public.

This site contains a thorough introduction of Fire Insurance Plans, including its origin, history and importance. In addition, in the Listing of Plans, there is a detailed description of what is available at Western Archives. Instructions on Use describes how to read and understand the information that the Fire Insurance Plans provide. Reference Resources provides a list of useful reference resources for those who wish to find additional information about Fire Insurance Plans in Canada.