Work records reflect Splane's work in Alberta, his time in the RCAF, his lengthy career in the federal government, and his time at UBC. Personal records reflect Splane's social life and interest in social welfare outside his profession. These records include correspondence, curriculum vitae, photographs (print and digital), notes, articles and publications, meeting minutes and agenda, and certificates.

The records in this sous-fonds reflect Verna Huffman Splane's work for the World Health Organization, the federal government, and as a faculty member at UBC and the University of Victoria. These records include government reports, meeting minutes, correspondence, articles, course outlines and notes. In addition, personal records reflect Verna's social life and interest in social welfare outside her career. These records include correspondence, curriculum vitae, photographs (print and digital), notes, articles and publications, meeting minutes and agenda, and certificates.