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2020.4.2.1.19 · File · 1976
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of notes for an untitled speech about "Experiences at the B.C. Land Commission" by Gary Runka at a Habitat 1976 panel at the United Nations Conference on Human Settlements, Vancouver between May 31-June 11,1976.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"GGR gave this speech as part of a panel at Habitat 1976.

The speech outlines the scope of the legislation, background of a provincial zoning technique (based on technical information), the establishment of the ALR plans in each of 28 regional districts and commentary on some of the projects the Commission is involved with.

Providing context to the land-use planning environment that the B.C. farmland preservation program and ALR were thrust into in the mid-1970s, GGR remarks that:
"In many cases we have local governments making their first real strong attempt at land use planning. Backed by the strength of the Land Commission Act it is seen as a real change to control urban sprawl and linear development that is detrimental from other planning points of view, as well as from the agricultural land point of view."

The fact that GGR was asked to be part of the panel at the first United Nations Conference on Human Settlements speaks to the regard given the B.C. farmland preservation program."

2020.4.2.1.26 · File · [June 1978]
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of an untitled speech about resource conflicts given by Gary Runka to the Society Promoting Environmental Conservation (SPEC) Annual General Meeting in Vancouver.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"The original version consists of 3 pages of hand-written notes that were accompanied by slides (not available). The hand written notes have been transcribed.

GGR outlined several societal needs and wants but emphasises that we don't have enough land to provide for all these needs and desires if we keep planning in a haphazard manner.

He urges environmentalists to be prepared technically and avoid the image of being opposed to everything. He calls for greater integration in dealing with resource issues.

GGR was the keynote, guest speaker at the meeting."

2020.4.2.1.25 · File · Mar. 1978
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of an untitled speech to the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce regarding land use planning and its impact on the food producer.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"These 3 pages of notes prepared for a speech given to the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce are packed with several important themes and is a more refined version of [2020.4.2.1.24].

Some of the important themes mentioned include:

  1. Preserving the option of agriculture in BC will not be accomplished by preserving agricultural land alone;
  2. Prior to the ALR we were losing our best farmland first;
  3. BC is attempting to become more self-sufficient in food production;
  4. BC agriculture is diverse but lacks large volumes of any single commodity;
  5. Rural areas must be carefully planned to protect food production and not thought of as a storehouse of future urban development;
  6. With land use planning it is often difficult to see benefits in the short term but losses for a few people should amount to long term gains for many; and
  7. Several examples are provided of initiatives aimed at protecting rural areas, habitat etc.

The speech notes include the first mention of the work of the Ministry of Agriculture's Greenzone Committee and its efforts to find ways of reducing land use conflicts.

Many of these themes have been considered in previous speeches but are consolidated here and the paper ends with a need for food producers to get involved in land use planning process."

2020.4.2.1.56 · File · Nov. 1990
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of an untitled published piece in Country Life Column by Gary Runka.

Commentary by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"This article is focused on renewed interest in the development of a provincial land use strategy. The article outlines the lack of action for over 20 years in the development of such a strategy.

Several key land and water uses that warrant consideration are listed - starting with agriculture - along with a list of overriding issues.

The position of GGR is clear in the last paragraph - 'The time for a provincial land use strategy was yesterday"..

Although farmland preservation is not specifically identified it would, one would have to think, clearly be one element of a land use strategy."

2020.4.2.1.57 · File · Mar. 1991
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of an untitled published piece in Country Life Column by Gary Runka.

Commentary by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"This article focuses a report of the B.C. Round Table on the Environment and the Economy - "A Better Way - Creating a Sustainable Development Strategy for B.C." published in 1990. The thrust of the article concerns the disregard for agriculture in the report. The report identifies six key principles which amount to reasonable objectives / goals but in contrast agriculture fares badly in the report. Three examples are provided of the report's failings with respect to agriculture. Four key questions are asked including, "How can we best protect the limited high capability agricultural land base from alternate use competition?"

Unsold articles
2019.12.1.01 · File · 1997-2003
Part of Ann Walsh fonds

Includes correspondence, edited drafts of the following short stories and articles: "Oh, Canada", "Robin's Book of Self-Interviews", "Living with Grief Conference", and "Patti Murphy, re: smoking reduction program."

2002.14.5.03 · File · 1979-1998
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of unpublished works and talks or presentations Dr. Ainley made on her research relating to women scientists in Canada. File includes 7 overhead transparencies for two of her presentations.

2002.14.4.31 · File · 1992-2003
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of components of Ainley's Social Science and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) grant, "Re-explorations: science and environment in 19th and 20th century Canada and Australia"; correspondence relating to her position at the University of Victoria as an adjunct professor and the status of her grant; correspondence requesting and extension to the grant; and ethics approval forms submitted to the University of Victoria.

2008.3.1.200 · File · 30 Nov. 1996
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

File consists of a videocassette (VHS) recording of the Nov. 30, 1996 University of Victoria Convocation.

Videocassette Summary

Context: Video-recording of the University of Victoria Convocation for November 1996

Highlights include:
01:’00” Chancellor Bob Rogers leads the signing of ‘O Canada’ with audience

  • Follows with a prayer of incantation
  • Welcome by President
  • Chancellor addresses the audience

7’00” Chancellor Rogers notes that two British Columbians are to receive honorary degrees today being Richard Margison and Bridget Moran

22’36” Dr. Mary Wynne Ashford reads the citation for Bridget Moran

  • Ashford notes in her of Bridget’s initial hope to continue with her education in graduate studies in history and how Veterans Affairs was not forthcoming with funds
  • Ashford notes the problems Bridget confronted when she walked on the reserve of Stoney Creek and of her ‘enormous effect on native people’ Ashford notes how Moran publicly criticized the BC government and was suspended due to her outspoken views on the poor state of welfare in BC in the 1950s
  • Ashford notes Bridget went on to perform social work in hospital, school, college and university
  • Ashford notes Moran went on to write Stoney Creek Woman about Mary John’s life; she notes how Bridget has received awards for her accurate description of native life; that Bridget has received both academic awards including the Governor General’s Medal and has also received the Lieutenant Governor’s medal in 1989 for the writing of Stoney Creek Woman. She ends with Thomas Schweitzer’s famous quote that ‘my life is my argument’ and refers to Bridget’s as a ‘purposeful life’ where ‘injustice matters, suffering matters, racism matters’
  • Bridget receives her degree; she signs the register and addresses the graduates

28’35” Highlights of Bridget Moran’s speech:

  • Bridget notes that the University of Victoria holds a ‘special part’ in her heart
  • She refers to how the ‘welfare system had been her extended family for many years’ and how it was painful after her suspension from her position as a social worker
  • Bridget notes that it was Marg Martin at the University of Social Work Department who reached out after that time and asked her to be a summer school instructor in Prince George for the Social Work students’ practicum. This led her to finding work in the School District in PG as a social worker and it was this ‘professional acceptance’ from the School of Social Work at the University of Victoria that she has not forgotten.
  • Bridget then addresses directly the graduates and referring to herself as an elder she ‘coaxes’ the graduates ‘not to sink in complacency’ – she notes that the progress of history has seen ‘great achievements’ that can be made ‘by a hearty band of rebels’ she then refers to her book ‘A Little Rebellion’ and reminds the graduates that ‘there is a wonderful life after rebellion’
  • Bridget’s speech finishes at 31’35”

The recording continues with the remainder of the University of Victoria Convocation...

1 hours and 30’minutes - The awarding of degrees is completed
1 hour and 31’ minutes – President provides a speech on the retirement of Chancellor Bob Rogers in that position
1 hour and 35 minutes – formal part of the ceremony is completed
1 hour and 36 minutes – God Save the Queen is sung 1 hour and 37:10” minutes – Recording is finished

University of Victoria
1996.2.1.1.623 · File · 1995
Part of Brian Fawcett fonds

File contains correspondence to Brian Fawcett from the University of Victoria. Includes a letter to Brian Fawcett from Joe written on the University of Victoria letterhead. Believe this to be one of Brian's students from a Correctional Centre?

1996.2.1.1.622 · File · 1995
Part of Brian Fawcett fonds

File contains correspondence to Brian Fawcett from the University of Toronto Press Incorporated. Includes a letter to Brian Fawcett from the University of Toronto Press Incorporated is in regards to a one-volume Reader's Encyclopedia of Canadian Literature to be printed in 2000 and are requesting information on Brian for the book. Letter dated October 24, 1995.

University of Saskatchewan
2002.14.1.05.101 · File · 2001-2002
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of research materials and notes on women at University of Saskatchewan, including handwritten notes, photocopied archival materials, photocopies from publications, and related correspondence.

University of Regina
2002.14.1.05.100 · File · 1988-1989
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of research materials and notes on women at University of Regina, including handwritten notes, university reports and bulletins, and related correspondence.

University of Ottawa
2002.14.1.05.086 · File · 1996
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of research materials and notes on women faculty at University of Ottawa, including handwritten notes, pamphlets, newspaper clippings, and photocopied archival materials.

2008.3.1.201 · File · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

File consists of 2 VHS tapes: Tape 1 of 2008.3.1.201 is a video-recording of the UNBC May 1995 Convocation at UNBC held in the Canfor Room; however, Tape 2 of 2008.3.1.201 is a continuation of the TV broadcast from which Tape 1 was recorded. This broadcast continued on to feature footage of the “Oka Crisis”. This footage may comprise background material for future writing; or may simply have been the result of letting a VHS cassette tape continue recording.

Videocassette Summary

  • Context: Video-recording of the UNBC May 1995 Convocation at UNBC held in the Canfor Room.

Highlights include:

  • 00’03” Chancellor Iona Campognolo leads the signing of ‘O Canada’ with audience
  • Follows with a prayer of incantation by the Reverend
  • Welcome by President Geoffrey Weller. Weller outlines the brief history of UNBC and notes it is his final convocation as President and plans to return to teaching
  • Chancellor Campognolo addresses the audience and thanks Weller for his time as President; the Chancellor congratulates the 10 graduates being honoured today
  • 11’05” The Chancellor notes that 3 British Columbians are to receive honorary degrees today: Bertram ‘Victor’ McCabe of the Musk’wa People; Bridget Moran, writer of Stoney Creek Woman, historian Margaret Orsmby are to receive honorary degrees from UNBC
  • 17’05” Dr. Robin Fisher, Acting Dean of Arts & Sciences introduces first honorary degree recipient historian Margaret Orsmby
  • 23’28” Dr. Mary Helen Kelm, History Department introduces honorary degree recipient Bridget Moran Dr. Kelm discusses Bridget’s role as a social worker who brought about understanding of Carrier culture
  • Best embodies ‘Community-centered’ approach
  • Served in the Navy; Received her B.A. from University of Toronto in 1950
  • Began career in social work in Prince George advocating for welfare recipients putting her career on the line
  • Introduced to Bridget through the stories of Mary John and Justa Monk
  • Kelm notes of Bridget “My relationship with the First Nations has made all the difference in my life” – Kelm notes of her “strong commitment to social change”
  • 28’14” Bridget receives her degree; signs the guest book;
  • Videotape recording continues with the remainder of the convocation ceremony
  • 30’00” Dr. Jim McDonald, Chair of Anthropology introduces the third honorary degree recipient Elder Bert McKay, founder of the School District 92 First Nations Nisga’a, founding member of the Native Teachers Association.
  • Followed by UNBC students receiving their degrees
  • 35’36” President Geoffrey R. Weller introduces Bridget Moran to address the graduates
  • 35’48” Bridget Moran gives a speech to the graduates of UNBC
  • Bridget gives a talk – focusing on positive changes and negative change that requires still more movement
  • She notes that positive change has occurred in the area of education for women whereas when she attempted to be accepted into graduate school at the University of Toronto in 1946, after her discharge from the navy in 1946, women were not encouraged into graduate studies in history
  • Bridget notes that no financial support was offered to her from the Department of Veteran Affairs for studies towards a graduate degree in history; women were being encouraged to enter traditional field: teaching, nursing and social work. Bridget compares that with changes today wherein there is an abundance of women in history including she notes Dr. Mary Ellen Kelm and honorary degree recipient Margaret Ormsby
  • Bridget notes that education was not forthcoming in the past for Native People; as Justa Monk noted to her; Monk noted that the federal government inflicted most harm in field of education for Native people
  • Bridget discusses the struggle of Native peoples with education, including both struggles to acquire an elementary and high school education, let alone university – a Carrier graduate from a university did not occur until the late 1960s
  • Bridget talks about the lack of a school in Stoney Creek as noted by Mary John and the residential school tragedy;
  • Bridget talks about positive change with start of more Native People attending university
  • Bridget addresses the graduates and recommends that they look to creating more positive changes - and not to fall for the old adage that one person can’t make change. Bridget refers to a talisman that she relied on from the past – and refers to a cartoon in the syndicated column from the 1940s - of two cats ‘Alex & Henrietta?’ and that the female cat’s incantation was ‘choose your day; choose your day, choose your day - what the heck; what the heck; what the heck – and ‘there’s a dance left in the old babe yet’
  • 47:13 Bridget’s speech finishes
  • Videotape continues with the remainder of the ceremony
  • 28:52 Ceremony finishes with procession of graduates and faculty out of hall
  • 63’00” Recording ends
2000.23.1.101 · File · 1992-1994
Part of Audrey Smedley L'Heureux fonds

File consists of material relating to University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). Materials include pamphlets, newsletters, a booklet, and a photocopied report. Highlights include:

  • University of Northern British Columbia, "1992 Election The Candidates for the Chancellorship", 1992 (booklet)
  • University of Northern British Columbia, "Update", 1991-1993 (newsletter)
  • University of Northern British Columbia, "Quick Start", 1993-1994 (calendar)
  • University of Northern British Columbia, "UNBC North to the Future Campaign", 1992 (photocopied report)
  • University of Northern British Columbia, "Progress", 1992 (pamphlet)
University of New Brunswick
2002.14.1.05.099 · File · 1989-1990
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of research materials and notes on women at University of New Brunswick, including handwritten notes, photocopied archival materials, photocopies from publications, and related correspondence.

University of Manitoba
2002.14.1.05.093 · File · 1989-2001
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of research materials and notes on women at University of Manitoba, especially their work during the Second World War, including handwritten notes, photocopied archival materials, and related correspondence.

1996.2.1.1.621 · File · 1992, 1993
Part of Brian Fawcett fonds

File contains correspondence to Collier Books from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Includes letters to Collier Books from the University of California, Santa Cruz is in regards to the university using Brian's book, "Cambodia", in the Kresge College Core Course. Letters dated December 18, 1992; November 10, 1993.

University of Calgary
1996.2.1.1.620 · File · 1993
Part of Brian Fawcett fonds

File contains correspondence to Brian Fawcett from the University of Calgary. Includes a letter to Brian Fawcett from the University of Calgary in regards to Brian's support to Barry McKinnon application for a position on a Writer-In-Residence. Letter dated June 15, 1993.

2002.14.1.05.088 · File · 1989-2001
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of research materials and notes on women faculty at University of British Columbia, including handwritten notes, photocopied archival materials, pamphlets, and related correspondence.

University news
2002.14.3.07 · File · 1994-1997
Part of Marianne (Marika) Ainley fonds

File consists of a newsletter from the Centre for Research in in Women's Studies and Gender Relations; a report on the British Columbia Open Learning System; notes, an article on the future of universities in the "Prince George Citizen"; and a Canadian Association of University Teachers bulletin.

1996.2.1.1.639 · File · 1985
Part of Brian Fawcett fonds

File contains correspondence to Brian Fawcett from University Hill Secondary School. Includes a letter to Brian Fawcett from Chris Greenwood of University Hill Secondary School, thanking Brian for his reading he gave at the school. Letter dated May 15, 1985.

University essays
1996.2.2.2.15 · File · [between 1966 and 1972]
Part of Brian Fawcett fonds

File consists of Brian Fawcett's academic essays from his Bachelor of Arts in English education at Simon Fraser University.

2001.8.2.2.075 · File · 1991
Part of Geoffrey R. Weller fonds

File consists of a typed copy of a speech by Weller titled "University Education on the Northern Frontier" as well as brochures and schedules from the "On the Frontier" conference. This file was originally numbered to correspond with conference paper number 75 listed in Weller's CV.