Events and Celebrations

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  • Specific cultural, arts, political, sports, holiday and community events
  • Personal events
  • Organizations, public agencies and businesses dedicated to planning for events
  • Examples: centennials, parades, festivals, fairs, exhibitions, concerts, ceremonies, parties, royal visits, campaigns, weddings, funerals, baptisms, protests and demonstrations

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          2008.3.1.16.4 · Item · 12 May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Handwritten annotation on recto: "Bridget Moran receives the Lieutenant - Governor's Medal for Historical Writing from His Honour David C. Lam in Government House, May 12, 1989." Lieutenant Governor Lam stands in formal attire on left, shaking hands with Moran. Two woman stand in background.

          2008.3.1.16.9 · Item · May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Moran standing between two unidentified women. Fourth woman semi-visible on far right. Photograph taken during a three day meeting of the B.C. Council of the Canadian Federation of University Women, to honour the 25th anniversary of the Prince George club, and release the new edition of their book 'Prince George Street Names: Our History'.

          2008.3.3.4 · File · 1989-1999
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          File consists of:

          • Airline tickets, Prince George to Victoria, return
          • Copy of B.C. Book Prizes Short List (April 5, 1989)
          • The Fifth Annual BC Book Prizes: Excerpts from the Shortlist
          • Notes made when Bridget found out she had won the L.G. Award
          • Press release and letters from Tillacum Library (a division of Arsenal Pulp Press) regarding the treatment of Mr. and Mrs. Fred who attended the L.G. Awards ceremony at Government House (1989)
          • Stickers for BC Book Prize
          • Letters from Naomi [Miller] (BC Historical Federation) to Bridget Moran
          • Invitation from Brian Gardiner, MP Prince George-Bulkley Valley to attend reception to honour Mary John and Bridget Moran for their receipt of the Governor General's Award for Community Service (April 1993)
          • Invitation from UNBC to attend the Spring Convocation (1995)
          • Copy of letter from Judith A. LaRocque, Secretary to the Governor General and Herald Chancellor to Bridget Moran re: Moran's receipt of the Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation (Nov. 27, 1992)
          • Letter of congratulations from the Regional District of Fraser - Fort George to Ms. Moran (March 10, 1993)
          • Folder containing: Place names for Vivian Lougheed and Guest, and Judy Kennedy and Guest; Itinerary for Arts Gallery of Honour award recipients; Newspaper clipping: "Gallery of Honour inductions made on Saturday"; Program for The Community Arts Council of Prince George & District Arts Gallery of Honour Inaugural Awards Evening (March 20, 1999); 2 colour photographs of Judy Kennedy (who accepted award on behalf of Bridget Moran) holding award trophy and a photo of the Arts Gallery of Honour awards trophy
          • Handwritten card from Judy to Bridget Moran re: her induction into Prince George Arts Gallery of Honour (March 20, 1999);
          • Speech given by Judy Kennedy in her acceptance of Bridget's award on her behalf
          • Speech given by Vivienne Lougheed in her introduction to Bridget Moran as recipient of the Arts Gallery of Honour
          • Telegram from Brian Gardiner, MP Prince George-Bulkley Valley informing Bridget Moran that she has received a Governor-General Medal for Community Service (Dec.1992)
          • Write up on Mary John's receipt of a UNBC honourary Doctorate of Laws
          • Colour laser copy of a photograph featured in The Citizen newspaper featuring Justa Monk and Mary John (July 27, 1996)
          • Photocopies of newspaper articles on Mary John receipt of The Order of Canada from The Citizen and The Free Press (1997).
          2012.13.2.14.07.07 · Item · Jan. 1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          The item is a photograph depicting the unveiling of the Arrival of Steel monument at 772 1st Avenue, Prince George. Ted Williams, Bryan Gardiner, Bruce Strachan and John Backhouse are standing in front of the monument with another woman.

          2012.13.2.14.07.08 · Item · Jan. 1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          The item is a photograph depicting the unveiling of the Arrival of Steel monument at 772 1st Avenue, Prince George. Ted Williams, Bryan Gardiner, Bruce Strachan and John Backhouse are standing in front of the monument with another woman. Annotation on the reverse side of the photograph states, "Ted Williams Bryan Gardiner MP Bruce Strachan MLA assistant? John Backhouse Mayor CN Rail."

          2008.3.1.22.62 · Item · [ca. 1990]
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Bridget Moran seated at table covered with copies of 'Judgement at Stoney Creek'. Three copies of 'Stoney Creek Woman' are also displayed on table. Bookshelves in background. Photo believed to have been taken at same location as items 2008.3.1.17.1, 2008.3.1.17.2, and 2008.3.1.19.4.

          2008.3.2.4.4 · Item · [ca. 1990]
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts group of 10 women and men gathered around couch in unidentified room. Long table set with food and decorations can be seen in left background. Moran sits in left corner of couch.

          2009.6.1.553 · Item · [1992?]
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          Left to right: Charles Jago and unidentified woman, David Fish, Dennis Macknak, Deborah Poff, unidentified woman and child, Iona Campagnolo, Lee Morrison, Ellen Facey, two unidentified women. Teepees visible in background. Photograph was taken during the chancellor's tour of Xats'ull Heritage Village, Soda Creek First Nation, Williams Lake, B.C.

          2009.6.1.554 · Item · [1992?]
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          Handwritten notation affixed to verso reads: "Iona w/ Lee Morrison (late) director of First Nations Centre at that time. Soda Creek / net fishing for elders".

          Photograph was taken during the chancellor's tour of Xats'ull Heritage Village, Soda Creek First Nation, Williams Lake, B.C.

          2009.6.1.556 · Item · [1992?]
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          Unidentified women stands in centre background with arm raised, and a young girl sits on post in foreground. Photograph was taken during the chancellor's tour of Xats'ull Heritage Village, Soda Creek First Nation, Williams Lake, B.C.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "UNBC 1992".

          2009.6.1.521 · Item · 26 October 1993
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          Signature at bottom right reads: “Thanks for your help, Jean Chrétien”; typed caption at bottom reads: “A victorious Jean Chrétien with his wife Aline wave to Liberal supporters at riding headquarters shortly after midnight, October 26, after confirmation that he will be Canada’s 20th Prime Minister.”

          Grace (Tommy) and Rex Boice
          2008.3.4.4.1 · Item · April 1993
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Rex and Grace Boice sitting hand in hand and side by side in lawn chairs on patio. Flowers and hedges in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "April 1993 Arizona. Rex died May 1, 1993 at home in Haliburton (heart attack). We celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary in March /93. We had a good Marriage! I miss him very much."

          2008.3.3.2 · File · 1994-1995
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          File consists of:

          • Letter from Geoffrey R. Weller to Bridget Moran re: honorary degree, Doctorate of Laws (Jan. 30, 1995)
          • Newspaper clipping: "UNBC honors local author" (Prince George Citizen, March 24, 1995)
          • Newspaper clipping: Birth announcement
          • Congratulations card from Judy and Dan
          • Index re: Nomination for Bridget Moran (list of names supporting Bridget Moran's nomination for an honorary degree)
          • 1 photograph of Bridget Moran at UNBC posing for a photograph in her doctorate gown
          • Letter to Pat Sarsfield from Bob Harkins, Paul Ramsey. MLA, Dr. Jo-Anne Fiske, Tanya Buttress, and Maureen Horkoff re: Nomination of Brdiget Moran Honorary Doctorate Degree, Spring Convocation, 1995
          • Letter to all members of the University Community re: Honorary Degree Nominations, with unknown handwriting on back of letter (Sept. 16, 1994)
          • Letter to Pat Sarsfield from Andrew Armitage, Director of UVic School of Social Work re: recommendation of Bridget Moran for an honorary degree from UNBC (Oct. 1, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Maureen Horkoff from Carl Anserello, School Services Administrator re: Nominations - honorary doctoral degree - Bridget Moran (Oct. 25, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Maureen Horkoff from J.A. Steedman, M.D., SFU re: honorary doctoral degree from UNBC (Oct. 25, 1994)
          • Letter from the Social Services Faculty at the College of New Caledonia, Lana Coldwell and Val Weed re: honorary doctoral degree from UNBC (Oct. 24, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from M. Smith (?), Instructor at Douglas College re: Bridget Moran - Honorary Degree Nomination (Oct. 24, 1996)
          • Letter of recommendation from Annette Neighbor (?) BCCW Student at Douglas College re: Bridget Moran - Honorary Degree Nomination (Oct. 25, 1996)
          • Letter of recommendation from Lola Dawn Frias, BCCW student at Douglas College re: Bridget Moran - Honorary Degree Nomination from UNBC (Oct. 24, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Judy Abou at Douglas College re: Bridget Moran - Honorary Degree Nomination from UNBC (Oct. 24, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Paul Thomson from John Stevens, Assistant Superintendent of Schools re: Bridget Moran - honorary degree nomination from UNBC (Oct. 3, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Maureen Trotter re: Bridget Moran honorary degree nomination from UNBC (Oct. 13, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Judith M. Kennedy re: Bridget Moran honorary degree nomination from UNBC (Oct. 20, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Debbie Hartley re: Bridget Moran honorary degree nomination from UNBC (Oct. 17, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Mary-Ellen Kelm, History Program re: Bridget Moran honorary degree nomination from UNBC (Oct. 14, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Maureen Horkoff re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 28, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Tanya Buttress re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 20, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Justa Monk re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 17, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Maureen Horkoff from Mary John Sr. re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 20, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Harry Rankin, Barrister and Solicitor, re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 24, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Judge G. O. Stewart re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 25, 1994).
          2009.6.1.523 · Item · 13 October 1994
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: “C.E.O. Conference - Ontario, Children’s Aid Society of Algoma, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, October 13, 1994”; handwritten note, received 8 November 1994, on Children’s Aid Society of Algoma, Larry McConnell, Chief Executive Officer letterhead, reads: “Iona, I thought you might like this picture. You can hang it right beside your first group cabinet picture, Best Regards, Larry”.

          2008.3.1.22.8 · Item · [ca. 1994]
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Justa Monk and Bridget Moran stand in foreground. Unidentified individuals can be seen in bookstore in background. Bridget Moran published a book in 1994 entitled 'Justa: A First Nations Leader, Dakelhne Butsowhudilhzulh'un'.

          2008.3.3.3 · File · 1994-1995
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          File consists of:

          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Hon. Frank S. Perry, Q.C. re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Allan Bate, Q.C. re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 25, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Phyllis R. Parker, B.S.W. re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 24, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Maureen Horkoff from the Central Interior Regional Arts Council re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 11, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation from Anne Martin re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 29, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Susan Aoki, Director/Curator, Prince George Art Gallery re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 26, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Jenny Owston, Program Director, Elizabeth Fry Society re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 13, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Paul Thomson from Keith Gordon, Chair of the Local History Committee of the Prince George Public Library re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 24, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Bob Harkins re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 1, 1994)
          • Letter of recommendation to Pat Sarsfield from Lois Boone, MLA, and Paul Ramsey, MLA re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Oct. 24, 1994)
          • Hand-written note to Maureen Horkoff (?) from Debbie (?)
          • Letter from the Nominating Group re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (Nov. 17, 1994)
          • Resume and Extracurricular Activities for Bridget Moran (5 pages)
          • Congratulatory letter to Bridget Moran from Sandy Lockhart re: Nomination of Bridget Moran for Honorary Degree from UNBC (March 29, 1995)
          • 43 Photographs taken, and notes given to Bridget by Maureen Faulkner, a long-time family friend and Prince George artist: View of Geoffrey R. Weller Library from University Way; caption: "walking up to Canada's newest 'U'-"; UNBC Agora; caption: "The processional gathers on the upper walkway"; UNBC Agora/Student Centre sign; caption: "The First Nations people, in button blankets gather"; Photograph of audience for Spring 2005 Convocation at UNBC (note attached: "The First Nations people, in button blankets, gather"); Bridget Moran's family members seated in the audience before the ceremony begins (Spring 2005 Convocation, UNBC); caption: "Next row down is R. & the Kennedy's, I move to join her next to walkway"; Roseanne Moran with a camera standing in the auditorium aisle before the ceremony begins (Spring 2005 Convocation, UNBC); Mary John seated in the audience before the ceremony begins (Spring 2005 Convocation, UNBC); caption: "Mary John takes my seat."; Unidentified Woman introducing Bridget Moran at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Young Dr. Mary Ellen Kelm as she introduces you. In front of me are 2 of my senior admin. Team - John Stevens & Jim Emrich (?) & their wives"; Bridget Moran accepting her honorary degree at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "You are being summoned! You are very nervous here"; Bridget Moran accepting her honorary degree at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "You are crowned queen 'Dr. Moran' Congratulations!"; Bridget Moran delivering the convocation address at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "You are giving the convocation address. Nicely done! It's wonderful to know you and your family. I'm proud of you."; Bridget Moran's family at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Your family now behind R & me look on with pride and interest"; Bridget Moran walking up the stairs at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Up the stairs you march. This is a very emotional time for all of us!"; Bridget Moran walking up the stairs after the ceremony concludes; caption: "Pride and relief. R. is yelling "Mom, Mom, we're here!"; The 1995 graduating class at UNBC; caption: "Outside, the public photo session"; Photograph of the 1995 graduating class at UNBC taken on the ceremonial steps; Bridget Moran's daughter, Roseanne displaying the honorary degree at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "R. proudly displays your fine honors!"; Mike, Tracy, and Pat having cookies and juice at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Mike, Tracy & Pat - we're having cookies and juice"; Bridget Moran speaking with unidentified man at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Who is this man?"; Bridget Moran and Paul Ramsey at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Your friend"; Bridget Moran hugging Mike at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Mike congratulations Mom!"; Bridget Moran hugging Pat at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; caption: "Pat gets in on the action!"; Side view of Bridget Moran with her family at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; Back view of Bridget Moran with her family at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation; Photograph of Dave (?) at the BBQ (1995); caption: "Dave looks on...he wished he'd been able to attend the ceremony. Next time?"; Maureen Faulkner holding Caitlin (1995); caption: "Me batting bugs and chatting to Caitlin. A lovely wee girl"; Celebratory barbecue for Bridget Moran (1995); caption: "Ah ha! BBQ at M & T's"; Celebratory barbecue for Bridget Moran (1995): Pat and Tracy?; Celebratory barbecue for Bridget Moran (1995): Maureen Faulkner (l) speaking with unidentified woman; Celebratory barbecue for Bridget Moran (1995): Bridget arrives at BBQ holding baby Caitlin, guests applaud; caption: "You arrive on the deck to..."; Celebratory barbecue for Bridget Moran (1995): Bridget Moran; Celebratory barbecue for Bridget Moran (1995); Celebratory barbecue for Bridget Moran (1995): Bridget Moran and children Pat, Mike and Roseanne and unidentified man; T.V. camera and crew speaking with Bridget Moran at the celebratory BBQ (1995); caption: "T.V. camera & crew document you, your life and family"; Bridget Moran hugging Mike Moran at celebratory BBQ (1995); Mike Moran and Dave (1995); caption: "Mayo on the phone to Mike. Dave looks like he's got an onion in his eye."; Roseanne Moran seated in patio chair at celebratory BBQ (1995); caption: "Roseanne - elegant"; Bridget Moran in full university regalia standing with Mary John at UNBC's Spring 2005 Convocation; Roseanne and Bridget Moran at UNBC's Spring 2005 Convocation; UNBC's 1995 graduating class standing on the ceremonial steps; UNBC's 1995 graduating class standing on the ceremonial steps; Bridget Moran in full university regalia at UNBC's Spring 2005 Convocation; Bridget Moran with Judy and Don Kennedy at UNBC's Spring 1995 Convocation
          • Invitation from UNBC's Chancellor to attend the Convocation luncheon at UNBC (1995).
          2009.6.1.522 · Item · 10 June 1994
          Part of The Honourable Iona Campagnolo fonds

          An unidentified woman hands Iona Campagnolo an honourary degree at convocation ceremony, both wearing regalia.

          Typed letter on University of Calgary, The Senate Office letterhead, dated 3 October 1994, reads: “Dear Chancellor Campagnolo: Re: Convocation Picture, I have enclosed a picture as a memento from the June 10th Installation Ceremony. I hope you enjoy it. Sincerely, Lynne Grinnell, Ceremonies Office”