Community Life

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  • Municipalities, towns, villages, neighbourhoods, religious and cultural groups, camps, schools, etc.
  • Community activities and events
  • Groups working for the development or maintenance of events, services and facilities for the community and its promotion
  • Community support and charitable organizations
  • Community booster and event promotion agencies
  • Fraternal organizations
  • SEE ALSO: Family and Personal Life; Events and Celebrations

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          2012.13.3.1.14 · File · 1980-2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the Centennial Fountain in Prince George. Includes various clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper; "Centennial Fountain - Status report" typed letter to The Mayor and City Council of Prince George from Mark B. Stagg, City Planner (11 June 1981); "Centennial Fountain Landscape" typed letter to C.A. Jeffery from C.E. Obst (21 Aug. 1986); "Centennial Fountain" typed letter to Mrs. Carrie-Jane Gray from Mark B. Stagg, City Planner (12 Dec. 1980); and "Office of the Mayor" typed letter to Mrs. Gwen Boyle from E. Mercier, Mayor of Prince George (9 Dec. 1980). Also includes photographs depicting the Centennial Fountain (1980).

          Prince George churches
          2012.13.3.1.25 · File · 1985-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to churches in Prince George. Includes photographs depicting paintings of churches in Prince George and area. Also includes a 2005 DVD entitled "Rose Prince".

          2012.13.2.01 · Subseries · 1970-2011
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Subseries includes research material created and collected by Kent Sedgwick relating to the incorporation of the City of Prince George. Topics include the naming of the City of Prince George, city boundaries, the city amalgamation with Fort George and South Fort George, city census records, and mayors of Prince George.

          Prince George Community Life
          2012.13.2.06 · Subseries · 1944-2010
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Subseries consists of material collected and created by Kent Sedgwick for research relating to community life in Prince George. The files primarily consist of notes and newspaper clippings discussing life in Prince George during the 20th century. Subseries contains material on public services and infrastructure including fire protection, electricity, water towers, policing and jails, and medicine; the history of businesses including Northern Hardware; public events; and recreational activities including hockey, baseball, curling, skiing, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, boxing, horse racing, golfing, and art.

          2012.13.2.06.05 · File · 1986-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the history of businesses within Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "The History of Pastry Chef Bakery" (Nov. 2010); "Sole man" (June 2009); "Celebrating 95 years in Prince George" (Feb. 2006); and "Overwaitea Remembers Famous Green Teapot" (Feb. 1986). Also includes a CKPG Radio special anniversary issue of "Golden waves" and photographs depicting the demolition of Parkwood Mall (8 Apr. 1997).

          2012.13.2.02.15 · File · 1972-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the revitalization of downtown Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Downtown improvement plan unveiled" (June 2006); "Attracting money into downtown" (June 2006); "Architects urge 'sensitive' downtown approach" (Jan. 1982); "The Downtown Question" (Oct. 1994); "Shopping malls now serve as community centres" (Apr. 1982); and "Shopping malls destroy city centres" (Mar. 1982). Also includes "Prince George city core" written by Kent Sedgwick (May 1972); "Downtown Prince George: Land and building values" report from the City of Prince George (Feb. 1979); and "The city of Prince George proposed town centre" booklet from the City of Prince George (Oct. 1980); and a poster entitled "Smart growth on the ground".

          2012.13.3.2.04 · File · 2003-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to a downtown walking tour conducted by Sedgwick for the British Columbia Historical Federation 2003 conference. Also includes photographs depicting participants of the BC Historical Federation Conference on a downtown walking tour in Prince George (2003).

          2012.13.2.07.01 · File · 1994-2004
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, reproductions, and letters relating to the Prince George Experimental Farm. Includes "District 'C' Farmer's Institute" letter correspondence between the director of development services and Marlene Schwartz (19 July 1999) and "RE: Century Farms Project" letter from Kent Sedgwick to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Food (13 Sept. 1994). Also includes photographs depicting the experimental farm in Prince George, including the house on the property, a barn with a rainbow painted on the front, and the barn at multiple angles (Aug. 2001).

          2012.13.2.08.01 · File · 2003
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of a clippings, notes, and typed documents relating to the Exploration Place Museum in Prince George. Includes a clipped article from the Prince George Citizen newspaper "Museum lands heritage grant" (17 Oct. 2003) and "2003 Co-op Project: The Exploration Place" typed document by Brian Stauffer (29 Oct. 2003).

          Prince George golf courses
          2012.13.2.06.15 · File · 2001-2006
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to golf course history in Prince George. Includes information and clipped articles on the Prince George Golf and Curling Club and the Fort George Park golf course.

          2012.13.3.1 · Subseries · 1950-2011
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Subseries contains material created over the course of Kent Sedgwick’s involvement with the Prince George Heritage Commission between 1978 and 2006. The files include correspondence, meeting minutes, typed documents, and research materials collected for heritage projects. Some of the heritage projects Kent Sedgwick was involved in include the creation of a heritage inventory record, particularly heritage houses; developing L.C. Gunn Park; and creating interpretive signage for historic locations throughout Prince George.

          2010.13 · Collection · 1910 - [ca. 1950]

          Collection contains photographs depicting community life in Prince George, B.C. Images depict holiday events, sports teams, government buildings, businesses (hotels, banks, retail, newspaper office), riverboats, railroad construction, fishing, a cemetery, street scenes, aerials, and landscapes. Also includes photos taken outside of the Prince George vicinity including Prairie Creek, Thomas Creek and Barkerville, B.C.

          2012.13.2.02.02 · File · 2004-2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings and notes relating to the history of Prince George between 1900 to 1911. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Making a town"; "City council's 1919 agendas were varied and interesting" (2007); "Creating early transportation routes, services and destinations in northern British Columbia" (2008); "Managing fire and mud, part of civic business in 1916" (2004); and "Movie theatre, hospital and jail were the essential public needs in 1911" (2004).

          2012.13.2.02.03 · File · 1999-2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of newspaper clippings and notes relating to the history of Prince George from 1920-1929. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "In 1920s, Prince George was marketed as a dynamic growing city" (Dec. 2008); "Board of Trade report indicates city economy was on upswing in 1929" (May 2008); "City had a solid professional roster in 1921" (2007); "Rosy prospects seen for our city in 1920" (2006); "City had rowdy political meetings in 1920" (2003); and "1921: Prince George touted as the 'Future Hub of B.C.'" (1999).

          2012.13.2.02.04 · File · 2003-2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and clippings relating to the history of Prince George from 1930-1939. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "City council coped with requests for additional relief during Depression" (Nov. 2008); "Means to correct a wounded economy debated in 1933" (Apr. 2007); "City's development continued through Depression-era" (June 2003); and "Depression years weren't pretty ones for most living in P.G". (June 2004).

          2012.13.2.02.05 · File · 2004-2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of newspaper clippings relating to the history of Prince George from 1940-1949. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Domestic life far from the front in wartime" (Mar. 2007); "City life in the fall of 1940" (Feb. 2007); "Into the 1940s"; "Torn from the headlines, Prince George residents usher in first half of 1943" (2006); "Aspects of life in 1940s Prince George" (Mar. 2005); and "Ringing in the New Year in 1940" (Dec. 2004).

          2012.13.2.02.06 · File · 1987, 2004-2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the history of Prince George from 1950-1959. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Mid-century optimism buoyed Prince George's business prospects" (May 2008); "The simple life - 1950s style" (Apr. 2007); "Prince George's firsts in the '50s" (June 2004); "Here's a look at our town in the early 1950s" (Sept. 1987); "1952 - An eventful year for Prince George citizens" (Mar. 2003); and "Bennett's two river policy helped develop the North" (22 July 2000).

          2012.13.2.02.07 · File · 2004-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings and reproductions relating to the history of Prince George from 1960-1969. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Fall of 1965 headlines trumpeted local as well as world events"; "Prince George events in the spring of 1969" (May 2005); "Firsts for Prince George in the 1960s"; "1960s eventful in Prince George" (June 2004); and "Dramatic Change hit P.G. in mid '60s".

          2012.13.2.02.08 · File · 2004-2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings and reproductions relating to the history of Prince George from 1970-1979. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Thirty years ago..." (2007); "Highlights of Prince George city life 30 years ago..." (Oct. 2006); "Pine Centre Mall turning 30 today" (2004); "History through the lens" (2007); and "Early 1970s had impact on Prince George" (2004).

          2012.13.2.02.09 · File · 2004-2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of newspaper clippings relating to the history of Prince George from 1980-1989. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "1984: it was a good year" (2004); "Prince George turned 70 in 1985 with big celebrations" (2008); and "Speculation swirled over university site" (2005).

          2012.13.4.32 · File · 1993
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and a spiral bound book titled "Prince George Homes 1915-1930: A Heritage Project" completed by the Heritage Advisory Committee Members, including Kent Sedgwick, Trelle Morrow, Bev Christensen, Richard Rowe, and others on the committee.

          2012.13.3.1.20 · File · 2011
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of a spiral bound book titled "Hotels, Hoteliers and Liquor Stores: The Story Behind a Prince George Heritage Building" by Kent Sedgwick published by CNC Press (2011). Also includes a typed letter to Allan Wilson, Ramona Rose, and Bob Campbell from Kathy Plett (27 June 2011).

          2012.13.2.13.01 · File · 2003-2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the history of the Hudson's Bay Company in Prince George. Includes: "Project Proposal - Historical Kiosks in Fort George Park" typed assignment proposal from Barb Lloyd (10 Aug. 2007); "RE: Photo ID" printed email from Dan Savard to Kent Sedgwick (28 Oct. 2003); and photograph reproductions from the BC Archives depicting the Fort George trading post and South Fort George jail cell room.

          2012.13.2.02 · Subseries · 1941-2011
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Subseries includes research material created and collected by Kent Sedgwick relating to land survey, development, and settlement in Prince George and British Columbia. Land surveys were conducted in British Columbia by surveyors George Dawson, the North Coast Land Company, Alfred R.C. Selwyn, and the Geological Survey of Canada during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. James C. Anderson and engineer J. Gill conducted topographical surveys for the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway on Fort George and the Indian Reserve. Surveyors and land plot companies developed the land for sale to promote settlement in the area. Also includes materials regarding the continued development of the City of Prince George throughout the 20th century. The files primarily consist of newspaper clippings, research notes, and photocopied documents.

          2001.58 · Collection · 1997-1999

          Collection consists of oral histories gathered as part of Dr. Mike Evan's oral history project with the Prince George Metis Elders Society. Includes consent forms, transcripts, and the recorded oral histories on their original cassette tapes.

          Evans, Michael John
          2012.13.4.37 · File · 1999
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of printed emails relating to the Prince George Millennium Photo Book Project by the Millennium Book Committee with the Fraser Fort-George Museum Society and the Northern BC Archives. The book would have consisted of a photo history from 1900 to 1999 of Prince George, with themes including physical landscapes, economic development, and building community.

          2012.13.2.08 · Subseries · 1976-2010
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Subseries consists of material collected and created by Kent Sedgwick for research relating to museums and historical societies within Prince George. Includes material regarding the Fraser Fort-George Regional Museum, the Exploration Place Museum, the Prince George Railway and Forestry Museum, the Fraser-Nechako Historical Society, the Prince George Oral History Group, and the Prince George Genealogical Society. Also includes publications such as newspapers and calendars created by the museums and societies and various materials regarding activities conducted by the institutions.

          2012.13.2.03.01 · File · 1957-1993
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes and reproductions relating to neighbourhoods within Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Booming '60s and '70s filled our bowl" (Aug. 1986); "Neighbours..." (May 1993); "Street names" (1983); and "SFG streets named after early settlers" (June 1984). Also includes a lithograph print of "Spruceland subdivision" at Stuart Drive.

          2012.13.2.08.08 · File · 1983-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to oral history interviews in Prince George. Includes material regarding an oral history workshop conducted by the Prince George Oral History Group; Pioneer interviews conducted by the Prince George University Women's Club; oral interview holdings at the Prince George Public Library; oral interview holdings by the Exploration Place; and proper conduct for oral history interviews.

          Prince George personalities
          2012.13.2.10.03 · File · 1997-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to significant personalities in Prince George. Includes material on John Harmon Johnson, a former mayor; A.G. Hamilton, who owned a trading post in Fort George and has a street named after him; Delmer Lamb of Lamb's Sawmill; Alan Olson, a local vet; George Paul, city manager of 17 years; and other prominent figures that helped develop and sustain Prince George. Includes: "Invitation to Archives Reception and Major Announcement" invitation card from the Northern B.C. Archives (23 Nov. 2006); "40 years: That's 177 in dog years, 173 in cat years - that's how long vet Dr. Alan Olson has been helping local pet owners" clipped article from the Prince George Citizen newspaper (11 Aug. 2009); "Passing the torch: Longtime fiddler was a musical pioneer" clipped article from the Prince George Free Press newspaper (22 Feb. 2006); "So that's why it's called Nicholson" clipped article from the Prince George This Week newspaper (18 Oct. 1998); and "First baby of Prince George?" clipped article from Prince George This Week newspaper (23 May 1990).

          2012.13.2.02.11 · File · [between 1986 and 2011]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the promotion, development, and growth of the city of Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Fur, gold and land" (July 1986) and "How a little community grew" (July 1986). Also includes a "References for Early Prince George" typed and printed document from Kent Sedgwick (1986).

          2012.13.2.02.13 · File · 1979-1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of promotional material and economic information related to Prince George between 1979 and 1989. Includes: "Prince George and Region" booklet (1980); "Today's consumer magazine" second anniversary issue of Consumer newsmagazine (Mar. 1989); "Prince George official guide" promotional magazine (1980); "Northeastern coal megaproject fires up city's economy" article reprint (May 1982); "Prince George, B.C. 1979" promotional booklet (1979); and "Greater Prince George Analysis of Employment 1979" typescript document (1979).

          Prince George public events
          2012.13.2.06.08 · File · 1965-2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to public events in Prince George, includes material on visits from the Prime Minister, Christmas time, fall fair exhibitions, the golden jubliee, centennials, and dominion day celebrations. Includes: "Golden Jubilee Celebration Prince George Official Program" booklet from the city of Prince George (May 1965) and "Look at us now" typescript lyrics of a song about Prince George (1985).

          2012.13.3.1.22 · File · 2001-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to public libraries in Prince George. File consists of material about the various public libraries established in Prince George, including Prince George Public Library on Canada Games Way, as well as the earliest public library in Prince George at the First Presbyterian Church. Includes various clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper; a faxed document from Joan Jarman at the Prince George Public Library to Kent Sedgwick (5 Jan. 2001); and "Library plans" faxed letter from Kent Sedgwick to Joan Jarman (8 Jan. 2001).

          2012.13.2.08.03 · File · 1978-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the Prince George Railway and Forestry Museum. Includes: "Railway and forestry museum" letter to Kent Sedgwick from Ranjit Gill at the Railway and Forestry Museum (16 Nov. 2009); "RE: Grand Trunk Pacific Roundhouse, Prince George, B.C". typescript letter to the British Columbia Heritage Trust from G.M. Grant of the Central British Columbia Railroad Preservation & Museum Society (11 Jan. 1984); and "Nechako Comes Home" article from the Prince George Railway Museum (1990). Also includes a 1990 photograph depicting a building at the Railway and Forestry Museum and a polaroid depicting the location of the Railway Museum in 1978, at the time a garbage dump.

          2012.13.2.09.02 · File · 1998-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of bibliographic information and sources for Prince George and area history. Includes: "The millennium friesens Fort George Regional Museum" typescript document (28 Mar. 1998) and "A bibliography of useful source material Prince George and area history" typescript document.

          2012.13.2.16.45 · File · 2002-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Prince George Retired Teachers Association. Includes: "Kent Sedgwick's Information on Rural Schools" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (Feb. 2009); and "Help Save the History of Our Schools" pamphlet prepared by the Prince George Retired Teachers' Education Heritage Committee (Apr. 2004).

          Prince George street names
          2012.13.2.02.20 · File · 1989-2011
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, reproductions, and letters relating to the street names in Prince George. Includes: "Canadian Permanent Committee on Geographical Names" typescript document; email from Ramona Rose to Kent Sedgwick (8 Dec. 2000); "Future entrance sign on Tyner Boulevard" typescript letter to Mr. Hamer from Ruth Iversen (10 Jan. 1995); "South Fort George gardens plan of subdivision" reproduced map depicting subdivision lots along the Fraser River in Prince George (2011); and "Porter Creek" letter from the Province of British Columbia to Kent Sedgwick (16 May 1989).