Acknowledgments

We would sincerely like to thank multiple people who helped us make this project a possibility:

Special thanks to Jennifer Mallard of Diamond Schmitt Architects for graciously agreeing to discuss with us her involvement in the renovations of the NAC and for providing us with an incredible wealth of knowledge which greatly enhanced this project.

We would also like to aggressively applaud Dr. Jada Watson for supporting us throughout this process despite all the hardships that the Covid-19 pandemic has brought upon us. This project may have never seen the light of day if it was not for her encouragement and guidance.

A huge thank you has to be given to NAC Archivist Robert VanderBerg for being so accommodating with the archival materials and for being an essential part to this project.

We would also like to thank Roxanne Lafleur for her witty humour and for her technical expertise.

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