Generic Valuation Tools (GVT)
Tools to help you identify records and how long to keep them for
Update
The GVTs are currently being updated to reflect the latest references and terminology. While this work is underway, the original versions remain accessible. For questions: centredeliaison-liaisoncentre@bac-lac.gc.ca.
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GVT Overview (Updated November 2025)
This overview is a foundational document that should be consulted before using any Generic Valuation Tool
Internal services
These GVT address each of the 11 internal services identified by TBS, including Management and Oversight, Communications, Legal Services and Financial Management
Common operational activities
These GVT address a number of operational activities that have been identified to be commonly performed by multiple GC institutions