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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).

2008.3.1.142.1 · 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).

2008.3.1.102.2 · Item · [1995 or 1996]
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Bridget Moran seated beside unidentified woman who stands reading excerpt from Moran's book. Table with miscellaneous items in foreground, window and chalkboard in background. (Standing woman also featured in item 2008.3.1.102.5).

2008.3.3.3.7 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts woman at podium, individuals in regalia seated behind her against background wall. Audience sits in foreground in the Canfor Theatre at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "Young Dr ___ as she introduces you. In front of me are 2 of my senior admin team - John Stevens & Jim [Emrich?] & their wives." Photo taken on the day Bridget Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.

2008.3.1.22.14 · Item · [ca. 1995]
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Woman stands in front of sign that reads "ALASKA / STEWART 237 km / HYDER AK. 240 km / BEAR GLAC. 201 km". Second sign in background indicates restaurant, convenience store, and service centre. Car, road, and highway can be seen in midground; mountains in background. (This woman is also featured in item 2008.3.1.22.13).

2008.3.3.3.32 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Moran standing between cameraman and son Pat (who holds infant) on deck in backyard. Trees, fence, and neighbouring yard in background. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "T.V. Camera & crew documents you, your life & family." Photo taken on the day Bridget Moran received an Honourary Law Degree from the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C.

2008.3.3.3.5 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Roseanne standing in auditorium aisle in the crowded Canfor Theatre at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Family and friends of Bridget Moran believed to be seated in foreground. Photo taken on the day Bridget received an Honourary Law Degree, before ceremony began.

2008.3.3.3.35 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Bridget Moran's daughter Roseanne sitting in patio chair on deck in backyard. Deck railing in midground, trees in background. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "Roseanne - elegant." Photo taken on the day Bridget Moran received an Honourary Law Degree from the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C.

2008.3.1 · Series · 1945-1999
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Series consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, photographs, pamphlets, newsletters, advertisements, contracts, notebooks, audiocassettes of oral interviews and readings, transcripts, book launch announcements, front cover mock-ups, edited drafts, manuscripts, fact sheets, poems, catalogues, bookmarks, skits, conference events programme, poster, grant applications and related correspondence, a wooden placard, handwritten notes, book reviews, inquest reports, background material, VHS recordings of classroom talks given by Bridget Moran, Mary John and Justa Monk re: her publications, and ephemera. This series contains material from all five of her publications:

  1. (1988) Stoney Creek Woman: The Story of Mary John. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press.
  2. (1990) Judgment at Stoney Creek. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press
  3. (1992) A Little Rebellion. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press.
  4. (1994) Justa: A First Nations Leader. Vancouver: Arsenal Pulp Press.
  5. (1996) Prince George Remembered. Prince George, British Columbia: Moran Publishing.
    This series also consists of, but is not limited to, a number of unpublished manuscripts and drafts and/or writing contest submissions also written by Bridget Moran, such as:
    • "Mary and Me" (ca. 1998)
    • "Where Winds Come Sweet" (ca. 1981)
    • "The Horizontal Land" (ca. 1992)
    • "The Summer of '81"
    • "The Relief Cheque" (ca. 1998)
    • "The Case of the Box of Matches" (ca. 1987)
    • "Unholy Deadlock" (ca. 1990)
    • "The Numbers Game"
    • "Reflections on Theme" (ca. 1967)
    • "Come Hell or High Water" (ca. 1976)
    • "Man Alive"
    • "The Deadbeat Mystique"
    • "Hell on Wheels"
    • "Backstairs at the Palace"
    • "James MacCallum" (ca. 1984)
    • "Hushaby, Baby" (ca. 1981)
    • "The Decline and Fall of Mr. Sullivan"
    • "Case History of a Gadfly"
    • "Welfare and the Good Life"
    • "Childhood Memories" (ca. 1976)
    • "The Three Musketeers" (ca. 1974-75)
    • "A Child's Christmas in Saskatchewan" (ca. 1979)
    • "Diary of Success Homecoming"
    • "My Old Flame" (ca. 1992)
    • "O Ye Dry Bones" (ca. 1996)
    • "Supper, Little Children" (ca. 1983).
Portrait of Bridget Moran
2008.3.1.108.1 · Item · July 1997
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts close view of Moran seated in front of window at unknown location. Handwritten annotation on recto of photograph: "July / 1997". Accompanying note reads "[...] also enclosed is a letter sent to you via Marianne & your book that got left behind. Hope you are well & we'd love to see you at our meeting sometime. Regards! Sue [McNeill?]."

2008.3.4 · Series · 1935-1999
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Series consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, academic transcripts and diplomas, marriage announcements, a copy of a Last Will & Testament, a copy of a Court Order, a poster, a map, photographs, events programs, lyrics, a copy of a Certificate of Canadian Citizenship and an autograph book all pertaining to the personal life of Bridget Moran.

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.

2008.3.1.16.4 · 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.

2008.3.3.1.1 · 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.

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.

Moran at UNBC Convocation
2008.3.3.1.2 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Moran wearing regalia and holding an unidentified item in the Canfor lecture theater at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Group sits against wall in foreground and in theater seats in background. Flags and speakers can be seen against far wall. Cameras and photographers also visible in image.

2008.3.3.3.17 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts group of three standing in Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Unidentified individuals sit in background. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "Mike, Tracy & Pat - we're having cookies & juice." Photo taken on the day Bridget Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.

Mary John Wearing Blanket
2008.3.1.22.6 · Item · [ca. 1990]
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Mary John wearing long blue material with red caribou in traditional artwork on back. Plant and ornamented fireplace in background. Photo speculated to have been taken in Mary John's home.

2008.3.3.3.6 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts Mary John sitting next to aisle in Canfor Theatre at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Unidentified individuals seated in foreground and background. Accompanying note from Maureen Faulkner: "Mary John takes my seat." Photo taken on the day Bridget received an Honourary Law Degree, before ceremony began.

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.

2008.3.1.16.3 · 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.

2008.3.1.22.8 · 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'.

2008.3.3.4 · File · 1989-1999
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

File consists of:

  • Airline tickets, Prince George to Victoria, return
  • Copy of B.C. Book Prizes Short List (April 5, 1989)
  • The Fifth Annual BC Book Prizes: Excerpts from the Shortlist
  • Notes made when Bridget found out she had won the L.G. Award
  • Press release and letters from Tillacum Library (a division of Arsenal Pulp Press) regarding the treatment of Mr. and Mrs. Fred who attended the L.G. Awards ceremony at Government House (1989)
  • Stickers for BC Book Prize
  • Letters from Naomi [Miller] (BC Historical Federation) to Bridget Moran
  • Invitation from Brian Gardiner, MP Prince George-Bulkley Valley to attend reception to honour Mary John and Bridget Moran for their receipt of the Governor General's Award for Community Service (April 1993)
  • Invitation from UNBC to attend the Spring Convocation (1995)
  • Copy of letter from Judith A. LaRocque, Secretary to the Governor General and Herald Chancellor to Bridget Moran re: Moran's receipt of the Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation (Nov. 27, 1992)
  • Letter of congratulations from the Regional District of Fraser - Fort George to Ms. Moran (March 10, 1993)
  • Folder containing: Place names for Vivian Lougheed and Guest, and Judy Kennedy and Guest; Itinerary for Arts Gallery of Honour award recipients; Newspaper clipping: "Gallery of Honour inductions made on Saturday"; Program for The Community Arts Council of Prince George & District Arts Gallery of Honour Inaugural Awards Evening (March 20, 1999); 2 colour photographs of Judy Kennedy (who accepted award on behalf of Bridget Moran) holding award trophy and a photo of the Arts Gallery of Honour awards trophy
  • Handwritten card from Judy to Bridget Moran re: her induction into Prince George Arts Gallery of Honour (March 20, 1999);
  • Speech given by Judy Kennedy in her acceptance of Bridget's award on her behalf
  • Speech given by Vivienne Lougheed in her introduction to Bridget Moran as recipient of the Arts Gallery of Honour
  • Telegram from Brian Gardiner, MP Prince George-Bulkley Valley informing Bridget Moran that she has received a Governor-General Medal for Community Service (Dec.1992)
  • Write up on Mary John's receipt of a UNBC honourary Doctorate of Laws
  • Colour laser copy of a photograph featured in The Citizen newspaper featuring Justa Monk and Mary John (July 27, 1996)
  • Photocopies of newspaper articles on Mary John receipt of The Order of Canada from The Citizen and The Free Press (1997).
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).

2008.3.3.3.15 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts large group posed on ceremonial steps in Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Most individuals in group wear regalia. Bridget Moran stands in the second row, fifth from right (wearing sunglasses). Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.

2008.3.3.3.39 · Item · 26 May 1995
Part of Bridget Moran fonds

Photograph depicts large group posed on ceremonial steps in Agora courtyard at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. Most individuals in group wear regalia. Bridget Moran stands in the second row, fifth from right (wearing sunglasses). Other individuals can be seen standing around group. Photo taken on the day Moran received an Honourary Law Degree.