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2013.6.25.5 · File · 2011-2013
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

File consists of research material regarding Granville Island street railway operations of BC Hydro Railway. Predominantly consists of photocopy reproductions, excerpts from books, and clippings from periodicals. Includes the following works: "The Granville Island Switching Operations of the British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority Railway" by Sochowski and "BCER Granville Island: Extension of Industrial and Interurban Lines within Vancouver City" by Davies.

2013.6.22.2.6 · File · 2010-2013
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

File consists of research material regarding Pacific Great Eastern Railway and BC Rail Dease Lake extension. Predominantly consists of photocopy reproductions, excerpts from books, and clippings from periodicals. Includes the following works: "PGE/BCR: Dease Lake Extension - First 25 Years, 1968 to 1993"; PGE/BCR Dease Lake Branch Progress at end of 1974; "Dease Lake or Bust: BC Rail's Takla Sub, a Socred Mega-Project, Lives On" by Johnson; and "To Alaska or Bust on a Mixed Train: Was BCR's Dease Lake line too late...or too early?" by Patterson and McMillan. Also includes a map of the Dease Lake extension annotated by Davies.

2023.2.2.7.3 · File · 2009-2023, predominant 2009-2010
Part of Dr. Paul Sanborn fonds

In July 2009, Dr. Paul Sanborn undertook the first soils field research at the Fort Selkirk volcanic field in central Yukon, with helicopter support and funding from the Yukon Geological Survey. This file includes the following data sets gathered from the research:

  • Ft Selkirk 110114069.xls [particle size analysis data, CANTEST]
  • S1090final.xlsx [chemical analysis data, Ministry of Forests & Range, Analytical Chemistry Laboratory]
  • S1112final.xlsx [chemical analysis data, Ministry of Forests & Range, Analytical Chemistry Laboratory]
  • Ft Selkirk 2009 soils data (updated Sept 15, 2010 and April 10, 2023).xls [consolidated lab data for all 2009 samples]
2020.4.2.1.67 · File · Sept. 2009
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of a speech given by Gary Runka entitled "Managing Conservation Lands to keep Nature's Pulse Beating" for the BC Trust for Public Lands.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"GGR's was the opening address at the workshop. While this speech is focused on the issue of Best Management Practices (BMP), comments about the ALR are woven into the presentation. This copy of the speech appears to be a draft version and includes several hand-written amendments with some points crossed out.

In the opening, mention is made of the grounding that the 2008 document "Taking Nature's Pulse: the Status of Biodiversity in British Columbia" has provided the workshop.

This speech provides an historical overview of the broader provincial context of BMP's drawn from 40 years of GGR's experience. The following is a selection of his comments:

  • BMP's are part of the "tool kit" of policy and management mechanisms that have been experimented with over the decades to try to rationalize human economic activities with the needs of other species and overall ecosystem well-being.
  • Historically the 1960s and 70s Canada Land Inventory program that emerged from the Resources for Tomorrow conferences was a significant benchmark mapping land capability for agriculture, forestry, recreation, wildlife and waterfowl use (of which GGR was centrally involved).
  • Within BC, using the CLI, the 1973 Land Commission Act authorized the establishment of a provincial zone to protect those sacred lands with the biophysical capability to grow food.

One point was not used in the speech (crossed out). The speaking notes, however, include a reference to the Land Commission legislation originally having a complimentary conservation objective that had since been removed. GGR makes the point that still having the conservation function may have contributed positively to current struggles to preserve natural habitat. Regardless, it is noted that the concept of the ALR has been a unique, effective and, most importantly a lasting management practices tool for conserving lands identified as biophysically significant.

A further selection of points made:

  • We need to evolve BMP tools that are adaptable yet resilient in the face of changing knowledge, climate change and ever-evolving social priorities.
  • Traditionally, planning has been most associated with local governments in the form of official community, regional and neighbourhood plans and as an outgrowth of the ALR - Agricultural Area Plans.
  • Environment Farm Planning - by agreeing to engage in the conservation planning process, participating farmers and ranchers have qualified for funding to carry out farm improvements benefitting conservation and biodiversity.
  • The work of the Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust is outlined (p. 8)
  • "My final words of wisdom are - Be focused and be pragmatic"
  • "Many of the best intentions to standardize land management practices for conservation lands have been great on paper - but never quite make it on the ground."
  • And, if BMP are not implemented effectively on the ground, they cannot play the critical role they need to play in 'keeping nature's pulse beating'."
2013.6.03.13 · File · 2008-2012
Part of David Davies Railway Collection

File consists of documents relating to the construction of the Pacific Great Eastern Railway (PGE), which predominantly consist of photocopy reproductions, excerpts from books, and clippings from periodicals. Includes a chronology of the history of PGE, a list of sub-contractors who completed the Squamish sub-division, "PGE/BCR: Dease Lake Extension First 25 Years, 1968 to 1993", and "P.G.E.R. 1914 to 1923: Progressive Dates of Commencement of Passenger Service".

2023.2.2.12.5 · File · 2007-2009
Part of Dr. Paul Sanborn fonds

File contains the following data sets:

  • BC & Yukon 2008 soils data – compiled.xls [combined chemical & physical data for BC08-06, Y08-39, Y08-41, Y08-43]
  • S925finl.xls [chemical analysis data, Ministry of Forests & Range, Analytical Chemistry Laboratory for pedons BC07-03 & BC07-04; also includes data for Y07-06 & Y07-07 (Klutlan Glacier – see associated file note)]
  • S979finl(revised) – PS edits.xls [chemical analysis data, Ministry of Forests & Range, Analytical Chemistry Laboratory for BC08-06, Y08-39, Y08-41, Y08-43]
  • S994finl_revised.xls [chemical analysis data, Ministry of Forests & Range, Analytical Chemistry Laboratory for BC07-04 (CaCO3-equiv, total & inorganic C, pyrophosphate, oxalate & dithionite extractions) & selected horizons from BC07-07 & BC07-09 (Nazko basaltic soils))
  • CANTEST lab report 91010076.pdf [particle size analyses for BC08-06, Y08-39, Y08-41, Y08-43]
  • CANTEST lab report 90206003.pdf [particle size analyses for Tuya pedons BC07-03 & BC07-04 & Klutan Glacier pedons Y07-06 & Y07-07]
2023.2.2.13.1 · File · 2007-2008
Part of Dr. Paul Sanborn fonds

File contains the following data sets:

  • S925finl.xls [chemical analysis data, Ministry of Forests & Range, Analytical Chemistry Laboratory for pedons Y07-06 & Y07-07; also includes data for BC07-03 & BC07-04 (Boreal Cordillera grassland soils – see associated file note)]
  • S1007finl_revised2.xls [chemical analysis data, Ministry of Forests & Range, Analytical Chemistry Laboratory for pedons Y07-06 & Y07-07: oxalate & dithionite extractions, P retention; also includes P retention data for Nazko pedons BC07-07 & BC07-09]
  • CANTEST lab report 90206003.pdf [particle size analyses for Klutan Glacier pedons Y07-06 & Y07-07; also Tuya pedons BC07-03 & BC07-04 &]
2020.4.2.1.66 · File · [June 2006]
Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

File consists of a speech given by Gary Runka entitled "BC's Agricultural Land Reserve - Its Historical Roots" at the Post World Planners Congress Seminar.

Commentary on this speech by Barry Smith of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands:
"Vancouver hosted the World Planners Congress in June 2006 and the day following the Congress the BC Ministry of Agriculture and Lands and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada hosted a full day seminar entitled "Planning for Food".

GGR provided an important overview of the BC farmland preservation program. The speech begins with comments outlining the factors motivating the government of the day to enact legislation to preserve agricultural land. The presentation was then broken into three time periods including:
The Formative Years (1972-1975)
The Refinement Years (1976-1996)
The Uncertain Years (1996-????)

GGR in his summary poses some less than optimistic questions and observations. He states that despite successes "there are growing
concerns that, over its history, the focus of the program has subtly shifted - from an agency devoted to farmland preservation, to a rationing board." He sees the focus on application review as being detrimental to the Commission's role of promoting and encouraging farming in the ALR. Given this shift in direction he presents several suggestions to get the program back on track.

The presentation ends with a challenge to the people of B.C. to decide whether the next segment of the B.C. farmland preservation history is entitled 'The Rebuilding Years' or not."

2006.18.1.12 · File · 2006-2007
Part of Aleza Lake Research Forest Society fonds

File consists of:

  • David Mills, "Aleza Lake Research Forest Historical Internship Summary" (2 Jan. 2007), 26 p. - In print and original digital .doc file
  • David Mills, "Aleza Lake Forest Experiment Station Socio-Economic Time Line 1905-1937" (2007), 68 p. - In print and original digital .doc file
  • ALRFS employment paperwork for David Mills, the ALRFS Natural Resource History Intern
  • Research notes, including a copy of a map of the town of Aleza Lake in the 1920s
2023.2.2.1.3.8 · File · 2003-2010
Part of Dr. Paul Sanborn fonds

Data sets for the Sulphur stable isotope tracer study (E.P. 886.15) include:

  • 03-095 UNBC PS-For.xls Particle size analyses (Kenneth Creek 0-20 & 20-40 cm)
  • 03-096 UNBC PS-For.xls Particle size analyses (Holy Cross 0-20 & 20-40 cm)
  • 082037.xls XRF elemental analysis (Holy Cross pedon)
  • 082038.xls XRF elemental analysis (Kenneth Creek pedon)
  • 084996.xlsx XRF elemental analysis (HC & KC parent materials)
  • EP 886 15 S isotope data (2001-2005) - foliage_completed (Feb 18).xls Pine foliage d34S (total S & total SO4-S)
  • EP 886.15 2003 Foliage & Soil Chemistry Summary.xls
  • EP 886.15 Foliar Analyses (selected) 2001-2006.xls Total N & S, SO4-S
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross & Kenneth Creek 2005 foliage.xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross & Kenneth Creek 2006 foliage.xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2001 FH (S516FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2001 Foliage (T727FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2001 Litter (S515FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2001 Mineral Soil (0-20 cm) (S507FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2002 Foliage (T785FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2003 FH (S642FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2003 Foliage (T836FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2003 Litter (S641FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2003 Mineral Soil (0-20 cm) (S643FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2004 FH (S702FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2004 Foliage (T904FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2004 Litter (S701FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Holy Cross 2004 Mineral Soil (0-20 cm) (S703FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2001 FH (S521FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2001 Foliage (T727FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2001 Litter (S520FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2001 Mineral Soil (0-20 cm) (S508FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2001 Mineral Soil (20-40 cm) (S509FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2002 Foliage (T785FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2003 FH (S645FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2003 Foliage (T837FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2003 Litter (S644FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2003 Mineral Soil (0-20 cm) (S646FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2003 Mineral Soil (20-40 cm) (S647FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2004 FH (S705FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2004 Foliage (T905FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2004 Litter (S704FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2004 Mineral Soil (0-20 cm) (S706FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Kenneth Creek 2004 Mineral Soil (20-40 cm) (S707FINL).xls
  • EP 886.15 Sample Inventory.xls Listing of MoF Lab Job No.'s
  • Fertilizer March 2003.xls d34S data for commercial fertilizer S sources
  • hc_2002.xls Initial (2002) pine tree measurement data - Holy Cross
  • kc_2002.xls Initial (2002) pine tree measurement data - Kenneth Creek
2023.2.2.8.06 · File · 2003-2014
Part of Dr. Paul Sanborn fonds

File consists of the following data sets:

  • Kluane crust Min N (2003) S671FINL.xls [mineralizable nitrogen for biological soil crusts & upper mineral soil, 2003 samples]
  • Kluane Crust samples (2004) moisture contents.xls [moisture content of air-dry 2004 crust samples from Peninsula & Silver City sites; sampling procedures & locations in Marsh et al. (20060]
  • Kluane Soil Crusts (2004) chemical analyses.xls [consolidated file of chemical data for 2004 crust samples from Peninsula & Silver City sites]
  • Kluane 2003 soil & crust 15N data.xls [15N natural abundance, total N, organic & inorganic C for 2003 crust & upper mineral soil samples]
  • Kluane 2003 soil data.xlsx [consolidated file of chemical data for 2003 crust and mineral horizon soil samples]
  • Kluane Crust 2004 total C & N data.xls
  • Kluane AMS dates (2003-2008 charcoal samples).xls [radiocarbon dates from the University of Arizona Accelerator Mass Spectrometry Lab]
  • Kluane soil transect - texture data.xls [2009 soil particle size analysis data, with potential lithological breaks highlighted]
  • Kluane surveys 2009.xls [topographic surveys for 3 soil transects cutting across eskers along Cultus Bay Rd., SE shore of Kluane L.]
  • S1061_1069_Final_Rev1.xls [lab data report from Ministry of Forests Analytical Chemistry Laboratory for 2009 transect samples: total C, inorganic C, & total N]
  • 100812003 (annotated) -corrected.xls [2009 transect samples: particle size analysis data report from CANTEST]
  • Kluane soil transect - master data file.xls
2023.2.2.1.2.3 · File · 2002-2005
Part of Dr. Paul Sanborn fonds

Data sets associated with the Cluculz retrospective study (E.P. 886.10):

  • 082036.xls -- Elemental analysis (XRF) for mineral horizon samples from profile at Cluculz EP 886.10 site
  • CLUCINC.xls -- Summary chemical properties for composite samples in aerobic incubation
  • Cluculz Ck 2002 Foliar Analysis.xls -- Analyzed for individual single-tree plots
  • Cluculz Ck 2002 Forest Floor.xls -- Forest floor mass data
  • Cluculz composite list (2003 samples).xls -- Composite groups (3 original samples in each) used for organic & mineral soils
  • Cluculz composite list (incubation experiment).xls -- Composite groups (3 original samples in each) used for organic & mineral soils
  • Cluculz composite list for incubations (2003 samples).xls -- Composite groups (3 original samples in each) used for organic & mineral soils
  • Cluculz Creek S mineralization - initial fractions (2).xls -- S fractions - organic & mineral soil composites
  • Cluculz Creek S mineralization - initial S fractions.xls -- S fractions - organic & mineral soil composites
  • Cluculz Creek S mineralization (IC).xls -- S mineralization data for aerobic incubation - organic & mineral soils
  • Cluculz foliar and soil data.xls -- Chemical properties of foliage, composite forest floors, composite mineral soils
  • Cluculz pH.xls -- pH - organic & mineral soil composites
  • Cluculz S fraction graphs.xls -- S fractions - organic & mineral soil composites
  • Elemental Analysis of Standard by XRF (2005).xls -- Published & XRF analysis of CANMET TILL-1 soil standard (used in Cluculz XRF analysis)
2023.2.2.9.4 · File · 2001
Part of Dr. Paul Sanborn fonds

File contains the following data sets:

  • Phytolith contents.xls [phytolith content in 5-20 µm silt, tallied by morphological categories; also summarized as % of total soil fine (< 2 mm) fraction]
  • M-K (2001) soil LOI data.pdf [LOI (loss-on-ignition) data for sampled soil horizons – proxy measurement for organic matter content]