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"Parcel Z map 1268"
2012.13.2.02.33.02 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a section of survey map drafted in 1915. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The Plan Number is 1268 and highlights the area along the Nechako River. The map details subdivisions East of Carney Street and North of Fifth Avenue. Some original street and avenue names have been crossed out and replaced with handwritten names. Annotation on reverse side of map states, "D.L. 343 Pl. 1268."

Park system planning
1996.8.3.07 · File · 1964-1967
Part of Chander Suri fonds

File consists of assorted maps, correspondence, and speeches examining the prospects of park establishment in the Prince George area.

2003.13 · Collection · [after 1909]

Consists of two photograph albums that illustrate Parker Bonney's early years as a Forest Engineer. Includes photographs of the expedition to the Nass Valley undertaken by Parker Bonney, Sam Brown, and others. May also include photographs of later surveying expeditions.

Bonney, Parker
Pat Foreman
2003.11.1.13 · File · 1999-2000
Part of Island Cache Recovery Project Collection

File consists of an oral history given by Pat Foreman, which was gathered as part of Dr. Mike Evan's Island Cache Recovery Project. Includes consent forms, transcripts, and the recorded oral history on the original media.

Peace River field trip
2012.13.2.19.15 · File · 1979-1980
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to a field trip in May 1979 for the College of New Caledonia to the Peace River Region, including the Pine Pass lookout; Dawson's Creek; Chetwynd; Hudson's Hope; and the W.A.C. Bennett Dam. Includes: "Peace River" duotang with resources compiled by Kent Sedgwick (1979) and "Bird's eye view of Fort St. John" postcard from Fort St. John (1980).

Peace River region
2012.13.2.19.16 · File · 2003-2010
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of clippings related to the Peace River region. Also includes photographs taken by Kent Sedgwick depicting Mackenzie, BC and the Peace River region (2003).

Personal Correspondence 1913
2002.17.3 · Series · 1913
Part of Henderson-Roe collection

Consists of 6 letters written by Jack Henderson-Roe, of Fort George, to his father, C.H. Henderson-Roe, of England, regarding proposed land acquisitions in Fort George.

Personal Correspondence 1914
2002.17.4 · Series · 1914
Part of Henderson-Roe collection

Consists of 5 letters written by Jack Henderson-Roe, of Fort George, to his father, C.H. Henderson-Roe, of England, regarding investments and proposed land acquisitions in Fort George.

Personal Records
2020.4.1 · Series · 1953-2014
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

Series consists of records relating to G. Gary Runka's personal life, including academic records, personal resume, and posthumous materials. Also includes Runka's personal correspondence during his time with the Agricultural Land Commission and memorabilia from his curling activities.

2020.4.2.1.32 · File · Dec. 1983
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of the written personal reflections of Gary Runka for the "'Ten Years of Agricultural Land Preservation", December 1983.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"These personal reflections were prepared by GGR for publication in the ALC's document commemorating its 10th anniversary entitled "Ten Years of Agricultural Land Preservation". These reflections form pages 33 - 35 of this 61 page document.

The reflections portray the hectic start of the Land Commission's work but also inform us of GGR's role prior to becoming the Commission's first General Manager. As noted, "I had been extensively involved in drawing up the "suggested ALR plans" for the various regional districts while working with the Soils Branch of the Ministry of Agriculture." He then accompanied the Commission on their initial meetings with regional districts and local governments around the province.

The fact that GGR played a key role in developing the CLI mapping (an important basis of the ALR), then was involved with drawing up the suggested ALR plans, followed by his efforts as ALC General Manager to implement the Reserve plans, and finally sign off on the completed ALR plan map sheets, arguably makes Gary Runka, like no other person, the "Father of the ALR"."

2020.4.4.03 · File · 1978
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of records relating to the Perspectives on Natural Resources Symposium II Land in Lindsay, ON, November 8, 1978, which Gary Runka spoke at in his role as Chairman of the BC Agricultural Land Commission. Includes correspondence, speaking notes, conference material, and papers. Runka's paper was "Private Land Needs and the British Columbia Agricultural Land Commission Experience".

Photographs
2003.13.1 · Series · [after 1909]
Part of Parker Bonney Photograph Collection

Consists of two photograph albums that illustrate Parker Bonney's early years as a Forest Engineer. Includes photographs of the expedition to the Nass Valley undertaken by Parker Bonney, Sam Brown, and others. May also include photographs of later surveying expeditions.

Photographs
2002.17.1 · Series · [between 1912 and 1914]
Part of Henderson-Roe collection

Photographs consist of 16 black & white photographs depicting Fort George land and surveying, including 3 photographs of Jack Henderson-Roe in front of his log cabin that he constructed in Fort George in 1913.

Photographs
2020.4.8 · Series · 1956-2013
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

Gary Runka was a hobbyist photographer and documented his work and personal life through photography as he travelled across every region of British Columbia. His photographs document the evolution of British Columbia communities and regions over a 30 year period. Gary Runka's core interest was land and changing land uses. Many of his photographs tell a story of urban edge and/or natural resource compatibility/conflict. There are also a substantial number of photographs related to soils, including soil profiles, soil erosion and land (topography, drainage etc.) capability for agriculture. The collection also includes specific client-related photos, tied to Land Sense Ltd. client file job numbers.

The collection also documents personal travels and hiking trips throughout British Columbia and backpacking in some historic areas, such as the West Coast Trail and Cape Scott. These photographs also represent land evolution over time, including extent of alpine glaciation or biodiversity/plant species inhabiting the area.

2020.4.2.1.10 · File · Apr. 1974
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of a speech given by Gary Runka entitled "Physical Resource Data Needs in Land Use Planning" which was given at a technical workshop to develop an integrated approach to base data inventories for Canada's Northland.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"While the speech is not related to agriculture or farmland preservation directly, GGR emphasises the importance of data collection and mapping and its use in the planning process. The general principles he discusses were those employed in the development of the Agricultural Land Reserve.

The proceedings of the workshop were published in 1979 by Environment Canada." The proceedings are available online at: https://www.geostrategis.com/PDF/1974-04-17%20remote%20sensing%20for%20northen%20surveys%20and%20environmental%20monitoring-jean%20Thie%20CCRS%20copy.pdf

Pl. 721 DL 1426
2012.13.2.02.33.15 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map likely drafted in the 1910s. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Anderson Street, East of Simpson Street, North of Van Bien Avenue and West of 9th Street. Annotations state, "Pl 721 DL 1426."

2012.13.2.02.33.08 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted in July 1914. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is along the Fraser River and east of Guelph Street. Annotations state, "PL 1409 D. L. 417 HBCo." and highlight different scales of measurement and changed street names.

2012.13.2.02.33.12 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted on 29 Oct. 1910. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Princess Street, East of James Avenue, North of 8th Street and West of Rupert Avenue. Annotations state, "Jesse Hodgeson Crown grand in 1910 for $800..."

2012.13.2.02.33.09 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted in 1 Oct. 1913. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is along the Fraser River and west of Linooln Avenue, south of Jackson Street and North of McKinley Street. Annotations state which maps and lots are adjacent to this one. An illegible signature is highlighted.

2012.13.2.02.33.16 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted on 1 March 1910. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Bernhardt Avenue, East of Simpson Street, North of the Fraser River and West of 9th Street. Annotations state, "DL 1426 Plan 721."

2012.13.2.02.33.03 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted on 1 March 1910. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area highlighted is along the Fraser River. The map details subdivisions East of Ninth Street and South of Thapage Lane. Land Surveyor J. F. Templeton certified the plan. Annotation on the map states, "Pl. 727."

2012.13.2.02.33.13 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map likely drafted in the 1910s. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Baillie Street, East of 22nd Avenue, North of Princess Street and West of 7th Avenue. Annotations state, "Pl. 833" and various lot descriptions.

2012.13.2.02.33.14 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted on 27 July 1910. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Reserve Avenue, East of Victoria, North of Bird Avenue and West of 9th Street. Annotations state, "#796" and highlight the date and registered owner.

2020.4.2.1.11 · File · 3 Nov. 1974
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of a speech given by Gary Runka to the BC Federation of Labour Environmental Conference entitled "Planned Development and Land Conservation".

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"GGR discusses the 'problem' of land being considered as either an "ecological natural resource" or "hot commodity".

He mentions that his background is in the natural sciences and land use planning and prefers to look at land as an ecological resource, not simply as a commodity.

The speech includes a quick review of the Land Commission's work and with reference to the Land Commission Act he makes the following observation (p.2):
"...the purpose is hardly necessary to relate to you - as what animal survives that destroys his food habitat next to his shelter or cover?"

The reason for BC's farmland preservation program could hardly be better stated."

1996.8.3.04 · File · [between 1968 and 1977]
Part of Chander Suri fonds

File consists of recreation reports, a Knothole zoning by-law article, public hearing agenda, and an industrial land use report, a number of reports on the zoning needs of small surrounding communities, a report on proposed rail routes to the NE of the province, a report on space requirements for downtown Prince George, a proposed study of water supply and sewage requirements in Prince George, a community analysis, statistics and information, presentation speeches on the tourism industry, and a report on the Hospital District in Fraser-Fort George.

"Planning for Agriculture"
2020.4.4.29 · Item · 1998
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

Item is an original copy of "Planning for Agriculture" by Barry E. Smith, Policy Planner for the BC Provincial Agricultural Land Commission.

"Planning for Change"
1996.8.3.15 · File · 1968
Part of Chander Suri fonds

File consists of a draft copy of an address by J.D. Mawell for delivery at the Sixth Annual Aministrator's Seminar for the BC Hospital's Association. The speech outlines aspirations for the Hospital Association in the future.

2020.4.2.1.48 · File · [June 1981]
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of a speech given by Gary Runka entitled "Planning for the Future Agricultural Land Base of Alberta" for Alberta Agriculture Land Use Activities, Edmonton, June 2,1981.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"This appears to be a set of preliminary speaking notes - much of it is point form with considerable hand written notes in the margins. It is not known if these notes were ever finalized into the speech given on June 2,1981 or if the speech was simply given using these notes as its basis.

Many of the references are somewhat oblique relating to topical matters in Alberta. While agriculture is the central theme, this speech is focused on Alberta with little or no reference to the BC farmland preservation program.

Several broader themes are considered which are dealt with in other speeches but GGR speaks to the longer term importance of farmland preservation legislation when stating (p. 3):
"b) from my experience, time is demonstrating ever more clearly to me that, for a variety of reasons, legislating land preservation alone can only hold the land resource for so long if the other aspects affecting the food producing industry are not also given attention e.g.:

  • review of regional planning by the ARB
  • costs of production and marketing opportunities
  • gov't priority for ag. related to other prov. resources
  • urban planning - where are the cites going?
  • rural planning - how secure are the rural communities of which agriculture is a part?"
Plans and Legal Records
2002.17.2 · Series · 1913-1914
Part of Henderson-Roe collection

Consists of legal records and documents related to the holdings and activities of J. B. Henderson-Roe and his father, C.H. Henderson-Roe, including a hand-drawn map of Prince George, Fort George, and South Fort George, as well as a surveyor's plan for a subdivision.