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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          2026 Archival description results for Community Life

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          First Nations village at Haida Gwaii
          First Nations village at Haida Gwaii
          2009.7.1.177 · Item · [ca. 1920]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Rocky shoreline featuring a small dwelling, totem pole, net rack, canoes pulled up to shore, barrels and boxes and a tent.

          Handwritten annotation in pencil on verso reads: “Kunhalas [sic] at entrance to C--- Harbour”.
          First Nations jail at Metlakatla, BC
          First Nations jail at Metlakatla, BC
          2009.7.1.061 · Item · [ca. 1873 - ca. 1920]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Photograph depicts a man and woman standing on steps to a round tower in fenced area. Roofs of other buildings can be seen below on right; water and shore visible in background.

          Printed on image: "Indian Jail, Metlatkla".
          First Methodist Church, Prince George
          2012.13.3.1.34 · File · 2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of a note and a reproduction relating to First Methodist Church on Third Avenue, which was later moved to 1389 Ingledew Street in Prince George. File predominantly consists of printed photographs from The Exploration Place Museum database depicting First Methodist Church.
          Fire protection services in Prince George
          2012.13.2.06.01 · File · 1980-2006
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to fire protection services and fire halls in Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Dramatic fires sent businesses up in flames" (May 2004); "Fires were frequent in days of wood stoves" (Aug. 1980); and "Home fires burned too brightly" (May 1999).
          Final issue of "The Prospect" newspaper
          2012.13.2.12.03 · File · 1976
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of "The Prospect" newspaper, vol. 1 no. 38 described as 'The Last Edition'. "The Prospect" was a regional news-advertiser located in Prince George, and reached Quesnel, Vanderhoof, Mackenzie, Fort St. James, McBride, and other communities within a 100 mile radius.
          Federal Government buildings in Prince George
          2012.13.3.1.18 · File · 1989-2011
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to federal government buildings in Prince George. Includes: "Fw: Info - Prince George Former Post Office - 1294 3rd Avenue" printed email from Trelle Morrow to Kent Sedgwick (27 May 2011); "City of Prince George" typescript letter to Noel O'Beirne from Kent Sedgwick (13 Nov. 1991); "Possible users for federal government building 3rd Avenue/Quebec Street" typescript letter to Alderman Becott from Kent Sedgwick (10 Oct. 1989); "City of Prince George" typescript letter to Dr. Colin Campbell, Director of Heritage Conservation Branch from Kent Sedgwick (5 May 1989); "RE: Municipal Heritage Designation of Federal Government Building" typed letter from Ian Whitbread to Kent Sedgwick (28 Mar. 1991); "Bylaw No. 5538" typescript document from the City of Prince George (3 Apr. 1991); "Public Notice 'Heritage Designation Bylaw No. 5538, 1990'" typescript document from B.C. Williams, City Clerk (1990); "Intersect" typed letter to Kent Sedgwick from Kathy Antonyk (14 Mar. 1994); and "Heritage Conservation in your community..". pamphlet from the Heritage Advisory Committee (1994). Also includes a photograph depicting the old Post Office in Prince George (1990).
          Family Records series
          2014.6.1 · Series · 1953-2017
          Part of Rustad & Dezell Family fonds

          Series consists of records reflecting the activities of the Dezell and Rustad families. Series include mayoral records from Bea and Garvin Dezell when Garvin served as Mayor of Prince George. Series includes materials celebrating Bea Dezell's life created by her family. Series also includes fundraising efforts for the Northern Medical Programs Trust. Finally, series includes a collection of "spruce" dollars and commemorative coins.
          Excerpts from 1922 Wrigley's B.C. Directory
          Excerpts from 1922 Wrigley's B.C. Directory
          2001.1.097 · Item · 1922
          Part of NBCA Document and Ephemera Collection

          Item consists of photocopied pages from the 1922 Wrigley's B.C. Directory. Includes Fort Fraser, Fort George, Fort St. James, Gibson's Landing, Giscome, Giscome Portage, Hutton Mills, Longworth, Loos, Penny, Prince George, Prince Rupert, South Bulkley, South Fort George, and South Francois Lake.
          Eva Stafford
          2001.58.21 · File · 1997-1998
          Part of Prince George Metis Elders Oral History Project Collection

          File consists of an oral history given by Eva Stafford, which was 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 history on the original cassette.
          Eulogy transcripts
          2006.9.1 · File · c.1983 - c.2000
          Part of Bob Harkins fonds

          1 file of eulogies created by Bob Harkins of local personalities from the Prince George area created for radio broadcasts.
          Epworth League Officers, Port Simpson
          Epworth League Officers, Port Simpson
          2004.2.1.7 · Item · [between 1910 and 1920]
          Part of Reverend R.W. Large fonds

          Photograph depicts a group of nine men holding a flag and banner that states: "The Epworth League of The Methodist Church of Canada." Annotation on verso of photograph states: "Epworth League Officers Port Simpson This is a fair sample of the "shots" I made"
          Elsie Christenson
          2003.11.1.05 · File · 1999-2000
          Part of Island Cache Recovery Project Collection

          File consists of an oral history given by Elsie Christenson, 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.
          Elks Flag Day, McBride, BC
          Elks Flag Day, McBride, BC
          2011.3.1.15 · Item · 5 January 1945
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Photograph of several vehicles parked along a road. A large crowd is visible gathering in the background. Printed annotation on recto reads: "Elks Flag Day, McBride, B.C." Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Jan. 5th 1945. Dear Dad, Am working in a lumber camp, advised by Prof. Johnson and Prof Casey. Altitude about 2,300. Think I will like it, if they don't make me work to[sic] heavy. the Climate and the grub is swell. Otherwise not so hot. Bye for now. Love Will." Postcard is addressed: "To: Mr. A.W. Hockin Big Valley, Alberta. From. W. Hockin c/o E.U. Lamming McBride, B.C."
          Elizabeth Williams
          2003.11.1.46 · File · 1999-2000
          Part of Island Cache Recovery Project Collection

          File consists of an oral history given by Elizabeth Williams, 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.
          Electric power in Prince George
          2012.13.2.06.02 · File · 1998-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to electric power in Prince George. Includes the following clipped articles from the Prince George Citizen newspaper: "Lighting controversy a tempest in a light bulb" (Jan. 2009) and "Lighting up the night" (Aug. 2003). Also includes a "Heritage site inventory" typescript document and a photograph depicting the powerhouse in Prince George [before 1999].
          Ed Letendre
          2001.58.14 · File · 1997-1998
          Part of Prince George Metis Elders Oral History Project Collection

          File consists of an oral history given by Ed Letendre, which was 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 history on the original cassette.
          Eastern section of Port Simpson, BC
          Eastern section of Port Simpson, BC
          2009.7.1.067 · Item · [ca. 1873 - ca. 1920]
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Photograph depicts town buildings on opposite shore. Beach and dock can be seen in foreground.

          Handwritten annotation on verso reads: "Chapter XXII, No 1. Eastern Section of Port Simpson as christianized."
          East View of Cassiar Townsite
          East View of Cassiar Townsite
          2000.1.1.3.24.05 · Item · [ca. 1955]
          Part of Cassiar Asbestos Corporation Ltd. fonds

          Photograph depicts unidentified individual and cars on street in foreground, snow banks, trees, and power poles on either side. Buildings can be seen on far right, mountains visible in background. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "townsite Looking East".
          East Line communities
          2012.13.2.17.01 · File · 1998-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the East Line Section of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway in Central British Columbia.
          East Line
          2012.13.2.17 · Subseries · 1972-2011
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          Subseries consists of material collected by Kent Sedgwick for research regarding the communities along the East Line of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway in Central British Columbia, particularly between Prince George and McBride. These communities and locations include, among others, Shelley, Willow River, Sinclair Mills, Longworth, Dunster, Tete Jaune, Valemount, Mount Robson, and the Yellowhead Pass. Research on these communities was conducted during Kent Sedgwick's involvement in the UNBC-led Upper Fraser Historical Geography Project. The files primarily consist of research notes, audio and transcripts of oral interviews, and photographs of the East Line communities.
          Early buildings in Prince George
          2012.13.2.06.17 · File · [between 2000 and 2005]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and typescript documents relating to early buildings in Prince George. Includes: "Bev C". typescript document, handwritten notes from Bev Christensen to Kent Sedgwick, and a "Location of Early Buildings" typescript document.
          Dorothy Lamb
          2003.11.1.23 · File · 1999-2000
          Part of Island Cache Recovery Project Collection

          File consists of an oral history given by Dorothy Lamb, 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.
          Doreen Tosoff
          2003.11.1.44 · File · 1999-2000
          Part of Island Cache Recovery Project Collection

          File consists of an oral history given by Doreen Tosoff, 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.
          Donald Prince
          2003.11.1.38 · File · 1999-2000
          Part of Island Cache Recovery Project Collection

          File consists of an oral history given by Donald Prince, 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.
          Dominion Day Parade in Prince Rupert, BC
          Dominion Day Parade in Prince Rupert, BC
          2011.3.3.21 · Item · 1914
          Part of North Coast & Central BC Postcard Collection

          Crowd is gathered for Dominion Day Parade. Decorated float can be seen in centre of street, and Hotel Prince Rupert stands in background. Printed annotation on recto reads: “Dominion Day Prince Rupert 1914 Photo W.W.W.” Handwritten message in ink on verso is addressed to “Mr. S. Smart 2550 Blackwood St Victoria B.C.”
          Dominion Day event on Lillooet Main Street
          Dominion Day event on Lillooet Main Street
          2020.08.40 · Item · [between 1912 and 1916]
          Part of Pacific Great Eastern Railway Region Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts an event on Lillooet Main Street with spectator crowds. The Union Jack and Canadian Red Ensign flags suggest this may be a Dominion Day event. The Lillooet community put on large, multi-day Dominion Day events between 1912 and 1916 with many planned activities. The particular activity depicted in this photograph appears to be a horse race event. Main Street businesses visible include the Lillooet Restaurant and the "C.A. Phair General Merchant" store.
          Dominion Day event on Lillooet Main Street
          Dominion Day event on Lillooet Main Street
          2020.08.38 · Item · [between 1912 and 1916]
          Part of Pacific Great Eastern Railway Region Photograph Collection

          Photograph depicts an event on Lillooet Main Street with spectator crowds. The Union Jack and Canadian Red Ensign flags suggest this may be a Dominion Day event. The Lillooet community put on large, multi-day Dominion Day events between 1912 and 1916 with many planned activities. The particular activity depicted in this photograph may be a horse race or rodeo-type event. Main Street businesses visible include the Lillooet Restaurant, the Lillooet Pool Hall, and the "OK" Baths.
          Dominion Day celebration 1909
          Dominion Day celebration 1909
          2009.7.1.257 · Item · 1 July 1909
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Photograph of a large crowd in formal wear gathered on a slope. Some spectators can be seen perched atop extremely high poles. Annotation on recto reads: "The Crowd at Prince Rupert's Dominion Day Celebration 1909. Allen Photo 1-7-09."
          Dominion Day arch in downtown Prince Rupert
          Dominion Day arch in downtown Prince Rupert
          2009.7.1.299 · Item · 1 July 1909
          Part of Archdeacon W. H. Collison fonds

          Large crowd gathered on the street in downtown Prince Rupert around a lavishly decorated arch which reads "Come One Let 'Em All Come Come All. Welcome to Prince Rupert." Annotation on recto reads: "Arch Prince Rupert, BC. Dominion Day Celebration 1909. Allen Photo."