The fonds consists of records of the Canadian Authors Association, Calgary Branch including invitations, guest cards, minutes, correspondence, membership lists, miscellaneous other information and photographs (1923-1992). Also includes minutes, correspondence and information for The Alberta Division, Canadian Authors Association (1970-1976), the Alberta Writers Federation (1976-1978) and the Canadian Authors Association (national body).

The collection consists of recordings featuring these musicians amongst others: Charles Adams, Colin Adjun, David and Dorothy Aglukark, Etulu and Susan Aningmiuq, Juupie Arnaituk, Terry Cousineau, Ron Dillman, Etulu Etidlouie, Norman Glowich, David Gon, Anita Issaluk, Manfred Janssen, Hank Karr, Joe Loutchan, Charlie Panigoniak, William Tagoona, Mary Thompson, Alexis Utatnaq, and Jim Vautour.

The fonds consists of F.R. Cathro's diary (1920-1924), stock book (1893-1922), Aberdeen Angus registrations and pedigrees (1905-1929, 1940-1946) and account books (1929-1950); Matthews Music House piano sales books, tax returns and financial statements (1916-1943), and an interview with Ruth Samuelson about the store (1991); Highland Stock Farms basic herd records, cashbooks and posters (1947-1966); and personal papers of C.C. Matthews and other family members. Includes the minute book of the Alberta Musical Festival Association, Calgary branch (1920-1931).

The fonds consists of disc and tape recordings of radio broadcasts (1947, 1954-1979); record albums and test pressings for albums (1959-1971); collected recordings of the Alpine Troubadours, Froindorfer Orchestra, King Ganam, Philippe Bruneau, Walter Eriksson, and Kronstedt's Orchestra; photographs of the Old Timers (1924-1967); lists of music played (ca. 1972); musical arrangements including "Off to Banff"; and a newsclipping, letters and poster (ca.1930-1966).

The fonds consists of constitution, minutes, membership lists, correspondence regarding engagements, financial statements, scrapbooks and programs.

The fonds consists of programs of musical events in Calgary and Alberta; photographs of the Calgary Symphony Orchestra; and newspaper clippings re musical events in the city.

The fonds consists of sheet music, mostly handwritten manuscripts from his years in Calgary. Includes some earlier works and published copies, as well as programs, photos and clippings relating to the Higgin family in general.