Image depicts the BC Liquor Store in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts a bee-hive burner beside a rail-road track at an unidentified mill somewhere in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts a Beehive Burner along the Nechako on River Road. Map coordinates 53°55'34.1"N 122°44'58.0"W
Image depicts a Beehive Burner along the Nechako on River Road. Map coordinates 53°55'34.1"N 122°44'58.0"W.
Image depicts a Beehive Burner along the Nechako on River Road. Map coordinates 53°55'34.1"N 122°44'58.0"W
Aerial view of Prince George and surrounding forested area. Printed annotation on recto reads: "Prince George, B.C."
Image depicts a view of Blackburn Schools, possibly taken from Tabor Mountain.
Image depicts an abandoned cabin and shed on Blackwater Road.
Image depicts the interior of an abandoned, deteriorating cabin on Blackwater Road.
Image depicts an abandoned, deteriorating cabin on Blackwater Road.
Image depicts a shed on Blackwater Road.
Image depicts a shed on Blackwater Road.
Image depicts a boarded up building in Island Cache.
Handwritten annotation on verso of photograph: "PRINCE GEORGE B.C. FARMERS TAKING DELIVERY OF CATERPILLAR TRACTORS." Bob sits on first tractor in line of three. Fifteen men stand in a line against street buildings. "THE SALVATION ARMY" building stands in background on right. This photograph was taken at the corner of 4th and George St.
Image depicts a bridge in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts a bridge in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts a bridge in Prince George, B.C.
Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia and linking arms with Mary John. Stone steps in background. The pair stands in the Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Photo taken on the day Bridget Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.
Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia, embraced by her son Mike in Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Unidentified individuals stand near Winter Garden in background. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "Mike Congratulations Mom!." Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.
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.
Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia, facing away from camera in front of family members in the Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Sons Mike (wearing black) and Pat stand on left, and Paul Ramsey stands in grey suit, semi-visible behind Moran. Unidentified individuals stand near Winter Garden in background. Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.
Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia, standing to right of family members in the Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Sons Mike (wearing black) and Pat stand on left, and Paul Ramsey stands in center. Unidentified individuals stand near Winter Garden in background. Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.
Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia, embraced by her sons Mike (in foreground) and Pat. The group stands in the Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Unidentified individuals stand near Winter Garden in background. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "Pat gets in on the action!." Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.
Photograph depicts group of three at stone steps in courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia, in Prince George, B.C. Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree. Left to right: Bob Harkins, Bridget Moran, unknown.
Image depicts an aerial view of the BC Rail, in Prince George, B.C. It is now known as CN Rail.
Photograph depicts Buchanan Benson Real Estate and Insurance at 1276 4th Avenue.
Image depicts an unknown building under construction at the corner of 6th Avenue and Dominion Street in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts an unknown building under construction at the corner of 6th Avenue and Dominion Street in Prince George, B.C.
Photograph depicts man believed to be Bob Baxter on bulldozer by large framework structure in snow. House stands in background as well as a truck with "CITY OF PRINCE GEORGE" visible on its passenger door. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "Civic centre 1948."
Image depicts a street of businesses, possibly 3rd Avenue, in Prince George, B.C.
Photograph depicts various businesses along 3rd Avenue. The businesses include the Europe Hotel and The Bay in the background. Annotation on verso: "left Europe Hotel, right shearer bldg".
Street view photograph of a commercial section in downtown Prince George with several "Campbell's" delivery carts parked along the road. Visible establishments include "Campbell's All Cash Store" and "Club Cafe." Handwritten annotation in blue ballpoint pen on recto reads: "Howdy from Prince George! Going easy with all these kids- good to see Kathee. Snow here. Have fun at the sports show & don't over do it. Thinking of you guys, love Judy and Vic. P.S. Can't wait to go home to somewhere peaceful and quiet. 2-27-83." Postcard is addressed to: "Mr. & Mrs. Hauffer 8429-221 PL. Sn. Edmonds, WA. U.S. 98020." Verso is affixed with four Canadian 8-cent stamps.
Photograph depicts Canada Trust/ Realtor at 1633 4th Avenue.
Image depicts the Canadian National Railway Yards in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts the Canadian National Railway Yards in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts a Cariboo Ranch style house at College Heights in Prince George, B.C.
Photograph depicts large crowd gathered in front of three story building.
Printed annotation on recto of photograph: "CARIBOO STAGE AT SOUTH FT. GEORGE B.C. OCT 19 -1911".
Photo depicts a street perspective cars lining Third Avenue, in Prince George, BC, ca. 1950. Annotation recto reads: "3rd Ave Prince George BC Photo J. Wrathall." Handwritten annotation in pen on verso of postcard reads: “This is the equivalent of our Granville Street. Both theatres are located here as well as Hudson Bay Co., banks, library & stores.”
Image depicts the Carter Industrial Area in Prince George, B.C.
Printed annotation on recto reads: “Central Avenue Fort George B.C. Copyright Canada June 25th 1913”. Handwritten annotation in ink on recto reads: “Hotel Fort George; Pool room; Men’s furnishing; General store; Bank Vancouver; Telephone office; Temperance House; Trust-company; Grand stand & fair grounds; Hospital; Ware house and general store.” Cancelled 1 cent Canadian stamp on verso is dated: "Fort George BC Jul 14 13". Handwritten message in ink on verso is addressed to Mr. Chas H Wilson 94 Gould St Toronto: "Fort George. B.C> Box 65, July 13/ 13. Dear Father, This is a 'bird's eye view' of our main street - ha! ha! some class alright. We live right behind the bakery lunch room on the right hand side of the picture, on 1st avenue, some people eh? Will be moving to Cassiar Ave soon. How are all the folks. Mae is writing. Peace. M."
Image depicts the Central Business District of Prince George looking north from Connaught Hill. Map coordinates 53°54'41.4"N 122°44'58.5"W
Image depicts 3rd Ave at Victoria St. Map coordinates 53°55'03.9"N 122°44'54.8"W
Image depicts 3rd Ave at Victoria St. Map coordinates 53°55'03.9"N 122°44'54.8"W
Image depicts 3rd Ave at Victoria St. Map coordinates 53°55'03.9"N 122°44'54.8"W
Image depicts 3rd Ave at Victoria St. Map coordinates 53°55'03.9"N 122°44'54.8"W
Photograph depicts landscape with cleared land in foreground, river in middle, building and trees in background.
Handwritten annotation on verso: "Central Fort George 1911".
Image depicts an old, boarded up school, possibly the Central Fort George Traditional School in Prince George, B.C.
Image depicts Central Street West, parallel to Highway 97 in Prince George, B.C. looking north. Shown: Prince George Motors and other car dealerships, Burger King, Grama's Inn, and the Spruceland Shopping Mall sign. Map coordinates 53°54'42.1"N 122°46'53.1"W
This fonds encompasses the planning career of Chander Suri. The head planner for the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George from 1969 to 1977, Chander Suri embarked on numerous community plan projects in the Prince George area. Suri also worked as an independent planning consultant for local businesses and organizations. Chander Suri's records encompass numerous urban and rural projects facilitating population and industry growth within the RDFFG that spanned beyond Suri's career.
Textual records comprise official and draft planning documents, development reports, planning proposals, contracts, published regulations, socio-economic studies of regions near Prince George, financial and other studies for development sites, illustrated promotional packages/proposals for developments, regional/provincial guides and standards, and correspondence relating to Suri's professional consulting activities. The fonds contains a wide array of maps, architectural plans, and technical drawings ranging from municipal planning layouts, industrial land developments, and private property (commercial and residential) development projects, mainly from in and around Prince George.
These records are relevant to researchers of the subjects of land use, land development and land planning issues in the Prince George and Fraser-Fort George Regional District in the second half of the 20th century.
Series include:
- Maps and Plans relating to development projects in British Columbia, predominantly in the Prince George area
- Lower Mainland Planning material from Suri's early career period
- Regional District of Fraser Fort George Planning records and resource material collected by Suri during his employment at the RDFFG
- Planning Consultancy records relating to Suri’s independent planning consultancy work in his later career period
Image depicts two children standing near an old car in Island Cache.