Fonds comprises textual records, artwork, and images regarding the work of Edward F. Wilson, first principal of the Shingwauk Indian Residential School. Fonds also includes original images in a photo album given to Principal Edward F. Wilson by the students of the Shingwauk and Wawanosh Indian Residential Schools (1870-1893).  

Collection consists of photographs focusing on the period prior to Reverend E.F. Wilson's arrival in Sault Ste Marie. Collection includes photographs of the Pine family.