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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          2007.17.4.9 · Item · [ca. 1960]
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts a bride signing the register while a priest and her husband look on at an open air wedding at Surge Narrows. Handwritten annotation on verso states: "An open air wedding - at Surge Narrows" Stamped annotation on verso reads: “National Film Board Photograph (please credit)”

          2007.17.7.1 · Item · 1939
          Part of James Joseph Claxton Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts a crowd of youth in cadet uniforms with Queen of England in foreground. Annotation on verso reads: “Okanagan Scouts, Guides & Sea Cadets. Royal visit 1939. From Penticton, Oliver, Osoyoos, Princeton, Hedley, Keremeos, Kelowna, Westbank, Summerland, Peachland, Rutland, Winfield, Oyama, Enderby, Vernon, Armstrong, Salmon Arm”

          2008.3.1.15.1 · Item · 1983
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts couples dancing in large room, crowd seated on chairs against wall in background. Ornaments are hung in a row from ceiling. Man dancing in centre wears traditional dress. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Elders gathering 1983".

          2008.3.1.16.1 · Item · May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Mary John seated to left of Bridget Moran at book signing table. Copies of 'STONE CREEK WOMAN' displayed in foreground. Three unidentified individuals stand gathered around table. Bookshelves and computer in background. Accompanying photo caption reads: "Autographing - Woodward's - May 27/89. Taken by David Mah."

          2008.3.1.16.3 · Item · 12 May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Handwritten annotation on recto: "His Honour David C. Lam congratulates Bridge Moran of Prince George for her award winning book - Stoney Creek Woman." Lieutenant Governor Lam stands in formal attire on left, presenting medal to Moran. Two woman stand in background.

          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.

          2008.3.1.16.5 · Item · 13 May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Handwritten annotation on recto: "Bridget Moran thanks the B.C. Historical Federation for recognizing her as best author of 1988." Moran stands behind microphone, holding award. Don Sale and Naomi Miller of the B.C. Historical Federation Writing Competition Committee stand in background.

          2008.3.1.16.6 · Item · 12 November 1988
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Mary John seated to left of Bridget Moran at book signing table. Copies of 'STONE CREEK WOMAN' displayed in foreground, plants and bookshelves in background. Accompanying photo caption reads: "First Autographing Nov 12/88".

          2008.3.1.16.7 · Item · 12 November 1988
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Handwritten annotation on recto: "Bridget Moran receives a Certificate of Merit from Don Sale and Naomi Miller of the B.C. Historical Federation Writing Competition Committee. May 13/89". Moran stands behind microphone, holding award, Don Sale and Naomi Miller on either side.

          2008.3.1.16.8 · Item · May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Moran standing to right of unidentified woman. Banner hung in background reads: "PRINCE GEORGE B.C. / U.W.C / FORUMS SCHOLARSHIPS / LOCAL HISTORY". 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'.

          2008.3.1.16.9 · 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'.

          2008.3.1.22.31 · Item · [ca. 1995]
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Moran standing in floral print dress, holding plate of food by fruit platter featuring a carved elephant and palm tree. Party decorations and tree can be seen in image. Building and unidentified men stand in background.

          2008.3.1.22.60 · Item · 1995
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Moran standing in front of stone steps in Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia, in Prince George, B.C. Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.

          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.

          2008.3.1.22.64 · Item · 1997
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Mary John shaking hands with unidentified man at official ceremony where she was awarded the Order of Canada for outstanding service to her community. Two unidentified woman stand in background in large ornately furnished room.

          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'.

          2008.3.1.22.9 · Item · November 1996
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts eight women seated at table in dining room. Moran sits in foreground on left. Blue stair rail in foreground, window in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Gabriola Island Nov/96".

          2008.3.1.85.1 · Item · 23 January 1995
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Justa Monk standing to right of Premier Harcourt in unknown room. John Alexis can be seen between them in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Justa Monk / John Alexis Tachie Village / The Premier / Taken in Prince George, B.C. Jan 23/95 / 'The day Kemano 2 was killed'."

          2008.3.1.142.1 · Item · [after 1997]
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts numerous copies of 'Stoney Creek Woman' (by Bridget Moran) in glass case. Display also features article on Mary John's receipt of the Order of Canada (see items 2008.3.1.22.61 and 2008.3.1.22.64 for photographs displayed in this image).

          2008.3.1.142.2 · Item · [after 1997]
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts numerous copies of 'Stoney Creek Woman' (by Bridget Moran) in glass case. Display also features article on Mary John's receipt of the Order of Canada (see items 2008.3.1.22.61 and 2008.3.1.22.64 for photographs displayed in this image).

          2008.3.2.4.2 · Item · May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Moran seated between two unidentified women at table with pitcher and large open book in front of them. Projection screen stands midground, banners hang on wall in background. 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'. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "4-5 Conf".

          2008.3.2.4.3 · Item · May 1989
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Moran standing second from left in group on four women. 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'.Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "4-7 Conf".

          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.

          Honours and Awards
          2008.3.3 · Series · 1989-1999
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Series consists of photographs, event itineraries and programs, letters of congratulations, letters of recommendation, newspaper clippings, invitations and place name cards all pertaining to Bridget’s receipt of the Lieutenant Governor’s Medal, the B.C. Book Prize, and honourary doctorate degrees from both the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) and the University of Victoria (UVic).

          2008.3.3.1 · File · 1995-1996
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          File consists of:

          • 9 colour photographs (taken May 26, 1995): Ms. Moran reading the convocation address at UNBC Convocation; Ms. Moran during UNBC Convocation; Bridget Moran and Mary John;Group photo of 1995 UNBC graduates; Group photo of VIPs and recipients of UNBC Honourary Doctorates; Bridget Moran in UNBC regalia; Bob Harkins, Bridget Moran and unidentified woman; Post convocation celebratory BBQ; Bridget Moran and Mary John
          • Tentative convocation itinerary and letter from Martin Cocking, Associate Registrar- Registrar Services to Bridget Moran re: UNBC Convocation (April 1995)
          • Cards of congratulations on Ms. Moran's Honourary UNBC Doctorate
          • The Citizen newspaper announcements re: UNBC convocation
          • Swift Current newspaper article on Bridget Moran receipt of an Honourary UNBC Doctorate (The Sun, May 17, 1995)
          • Letter of congratulations to Bridget Moran from faculty members in UNBC Social Work program (May 26, 1995)
          • Letter of invitation from Dr. David Strong, President of UVic to Bridget Moran to receive an Honorary Doctor of Laws (April 23, 1996)
          • Letter to Bridget Moran from the Senate Committee on Honorary Degrees regarding measurement for UVic regalia (May 2, 1996)
          • Letter to Bridget Moran from Manager of Ceremonies and Events regarding convocation arrangements (August 15, 1996); print out of costs incurred at the Victoria Laurel Point Inn (Dec. 1996)
          • Newspaper clipping: "Tenor's Appearance Highlights Convocation" (Times Colonist, Nov. 30, 1996)
          • Newspaper clipping re: Bridget Moran's receipt of UVic honour (The Citizen, Nov. 28, 1996); ticket to UVic Fall Convocation, 1996; card of congratulations.
          • UVic convocation program for the gifting of honorary degrees; invitation to formal Fall Convocation Dinner for Honorary Degree Recipients following the Convocation
          • UVic Convocation itinerary
          • Book of Mementos created by UVic and sent to Bridget (Dec. 18, 1996): Title page: "Bridget Moran, Honorary Doctor of Laws, University of Victoria, November 30, 1996"; UVic convocation program for the gifting of honorary degrees; Invitation to formal dinner for Honorary Degree Recipients; University of Victoria Fall Convocation for the Conferring of Degrees, Part II; Citation read (by David Strong, President) on the occasion of the granting of the degree of Honorary Doctor of Laws to Bridget Moran by the Senate of University of Victoria, November 30, 1996; Invitation to formal Fall Convocation Dinner for Honorary Degree Recipients following the Convocation; Place name card "Bridget Moran"; 17 Photographs of Bridget Moran at the UVic convocation
          • UVic Fall Convocation Dinner table listing
          • Letter to Helen Kempster, Manager Ceremonies and Special Events from Mayo Moran re: reading a message to honor her mother during convocation (Nov. 29, 1996)
          • Letter of congratulations to Bridget Moran from Michael, Tracy and Hailey Moran
          • Letter from David Strong to Bridget Moran re: a book of Convocation mementos (Dec. 18, 1996).
          2008.3.3.1.1 · Item · 26 May 1995
          Part of Bridget Moran fonds

          Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia and standing at podium while reading at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Group sits in foreground and background. Flags and speakers can be seen against far wall.