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Interior rainforest
2012.13.2.11.13 · Bestanddeel · 2008
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the central interior rainforest and the Ancient Forest/Chun T'oh Whudujut Provincial Park and Protected Area.

2012.13.5.02 · Bestanddeel · 2008
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes relating to Kent Sedgwick's guest lecture on historical geography and transportation routes in New Caledonia, including the interior plateau of Central British Columbia. Includes correspondence with James Windsor, the instructor for the course, and Kent Sedgwick's notes for the lecture.

Dominion Land Survey system
2012.13.2.02.24 · Bestanddeel · [2007?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the Dominion Land Survey system. File primarily consists of photocopies of original township layout systems between 1881 and 1917 and printed secondary sources on the standardization of the Dominon Land Survey system in British Columbia and Alberta.

Hatley Park, Victoria
2012.13.2.02.41 · Bestanddeel · 2007
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Hatley Park, Victoria, which was designed by landscape architects Brett and Hall. Brett and Hall had also assisted in city planning in Prince George. File also contains a CD titled "RRU Archives Brett and Hall Hatley Plans" containing material about the Brett and Hall Hatley plans from the Royal Roads University Archives.

2012.13.2.11.06 · Bestanddeel · 2007
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes relating to Kent Sedgwick's collection of maps depicting Prince George and region. File primarily includes handwritten and typed notes from Kent Sedgwick describing and listing various maps he had in his collection.

Fort Alexandria
2012.13.2.19.07 · Bestanddeel · 2007-2010
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Fort Alexandria (later renamed Alexandria). Fort Alexandria was an HBC trading post, ferry site, and steamboat landing in the North Cariboo, 45 km south of Quesnel. File contains photographs depicting Fort Chilcotin, the landscape and buildings (Sept. 1983 and Aug. 2006).

2012.13.2.02.43 · Bestanddeel · 2006
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of maps and notes relating to the original Prince George city plans by Brett and Hall. Brett & Hall were landscape architects from Boston, MA who designed the original plan for Prince George, including features such as the Crescents neighbourhood. Includes photographs depicting the original plans by Brett & Hall for Prince George (2006).

2012.13.2.02.44 · Bestanddeel · [ca. 2006]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File predominantly consists of photocopies of newspaper articles, along with notes and reproductions relating to the development of the Prince George townsite and subdivision of Fort George, especially the area covered by Cariboo District Plan 1268. Includes material on investments and sale of lots in Prince George, Grand Trunk Pacific development in Prince George, and incorporation of the city of Prince George.

Soda Creek
2012.13.2.19.08 · Bestanddeel · 2006
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Soda Creek, BC. Also includes photographs depicting Soda Creek (2006).

Mount Sir Alexander
2012.13.2.19.12 · Bestanddeel · 2006-2010
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to Mount Sir Alexander, a mountain in the Sir Alexander Area of the Continental Ranges of the BC Canadian Rockies.

2012.13.2.14.10 · Bestanddeel · 2005-2008
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Cameron Street Bridge in Prince George. Includes: "Oral History Consent Form" document signed by Kent Sedgwick and researcher Angela Quibell (8 Aug. 2007); "What Price Heritage? The Case of the Cameron Street Bridge in Prince George, British Columbia" typed document by Angela Quibell (2007); "Interview with Kent Sedgwick" typed transcript of an oral interview with Kent Sedgwick and Angela Quibell (8 Aug. 2007); and "Nechako Crossing" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (Nov. 2005). Also includes photographs depicting the Nechako bridge model (2008), the plaque describing the history of the 3rd Cameron Street Bridge built in 2009, and the 1st Cameron Street Bridge built in 1916 (photographic reproduction ca. 2008).

2012.13.2.11.16 · Bestanddeel · 2005
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to place-based computing geography methodology regarding inter-disciplinary research on experiences of place to teach history and geography and used by Kent Sedgwick.

2012.13.2.11.07 · Bestanddeel · 2005
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to maps and mapping in British Columbia. File primarily consists of resources from the University of Northern British Columbia, the College of New Caledonia, the Prince George Public Library, and printed secondary sources for where to find maps, mapping techniques, how to produce maps, and surveying processes. Includes: "Prince George and District map collection finding aid" typescript document from the Fraser-Fort George Regional Museum and Archives (Oct. 1989).

Connaught Hill
2012.13.2.14.03 · Bestanddeel · 2005-2009
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, reproductions, and letters relating to Connaught Hill in Prince George. Includes: "Connaught Hill" handwritten notes by Kent Sedgwick (2009); "Prince George in bloom" thank you letter from the Prince George in Bloom Committee to Kent Sedgwick (4 Aug. 2005); and two photographs depicting men at the 2005 National Communities in Bloom Competition in Prince George (2005).

2012.13.5.09 · Bestanddeel · 2004
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to a book chapter titled "Frontier Outpost to 'Northern Capital': the functional transformation of Prince George, B.C., Canada" written by Kent Sedgwick and Greg Halseth for "Beyond the Metropolis: Urban Geography as if Small Cities Mattered". Includes: "RE: Book Chapters" printed email from Ben Ofori-Amoah to Greg Halseth and Kent Sedgwick (14 Sept. 2004). Includes a CD containing notes and material relating to the book chapter co-written by Kent Sedgwick and Greg Halseth (2004).

2012.13.2.17.08 · Bestanddeel · 2003
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the Upper Fraser historical geography field trip for the BC Historical Federation by Kent Sedgwick. Includes photographs depicting a group from the BC Historical Federation standing outside at one of the East Line communities listening to a presentation by Kent Sedgwick and Greg Halseth (May 2003).

2012.13.2.17.03 · Bestanddeel · 2003-2007
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the Upper Fraser Historical Geography Project done on the East Line and Upper Fraser in collaboration with the University of Northern British Columbia researchers. Includes a CD titled "Kent's Upper Fraser Files" containing Kent's research files for the Upper Fraser project (7 Jan. 2004) and a computer diskette titled "Oral Histories" containing an oral history interview with a woman (2004).

2012.13.3.2.04 · Bestanddeel · 2003-2009
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to a downtown walking tour conducted by Sedgwick for the British Columbia Historical Federation 2003 conference. Also includes photographs depicting participants of the BC Historical Federation Conference on a downtown walking tour in Prince George (2003).

Peace River region
2012.13.2.19.16 · Bestanddeel · 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).

2012.13.3.2.03 · Bestanddeel · 2002-2003
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the British Columbia Historical Federation (BCHF) conference of 2003. Includes: the 2003 BCHF conference schedule, titled "Work and Society: Perspectives on Northern BC History" (May 2003); "RE: BC Historical Federation Conference" typed letter from the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George to Kent Sedgwick (24 Feb. 2003); and "Organizing Committee Members" typed letter from the City of Prince George to Kent Sedgwick (17 Feb. 2003).

2012.13.4.14 · Bestanddeel · 2002
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to "Northern Approaches to New Caledonia" lecture conducted by Kent Sedgwick, relating to the article he wrote on "Crossing the Divide: Northern Approaches to New Caledonia". File predominantly contains Kent Sedgwick's handwritten notes and notes and transparent sheets of film depicting various maps of northern British Columbia. File also contains photographs depicting various maps (Oct. 2002).

Penny
2012.13.2.17.29 · Bestanddeel · 2002-2011
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Penny. Also includes photographs depicting various areas of Penny (2004).

2012.13.5.07 · Bestanddeel · 2002-2006
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to Kent Sedgwick's guest lecture at the University of Northern British Columbia on Prince George. Includes: "Situating Prince George" handwritten lecture notes by Kent Sedgwick (2006) and "Geography of British Columbia" university syllabus (2003). Also includes a CD-R "Situating P.G". containing Kent Sedgwick's notes and photographs (Mar. 2006).

Central BC resource surveys
2012.13.2.02.26 · Bestanddeel · 2002-2005
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to historical and contemporary natural resource surveys in British Columbia. Includes material on oil discovery, farming conditions, timber stands, the Alaskan Highway, and railway development. File predominantly consists of search results from the University of Northern British Columbia library, College of New Caledonia library, and Prince George Public Library regarding British Columbia's natural resource surveying.

2012.13.2.14.26 · Bestanddeel · 2001-2004
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of reproductions and pamphlets relating to outdoor recreation in Prince George. Includes material regarding bird watching, fishing, hiking, and regional and provincial parks. Includes: "Prince George Backroads" clipped article from The Angler's Atlas magazine (Sept. 2004); "Bird Viewing around Prince George" pamphlet prepared by the Province of British Columbia Ministry of Environment, Lands and Parks in cooperation with the Prince George Naturalist Club; "Forests for the World" pamphlet prepared by the City of Prince George; and "Regional Parks" pamphlet prepared by the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George.

2012.13.2.02.23 · Bestanddeel · 2001-2007
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to pre-emption crown land grants between 1869 until 1912 in British Columbia, primarily in Prince George. File primarily consists of printed copies of pre-emptor maps of Prince George and region from the Royal BC Archives and Museum.

The Duke of Connaught
2012.13.2.02.37 · Bestanddeel · 2001-2007
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Prince Arthur the Duke of Connaught, the third son of Queen Victoria who took the place of Governor General in Canada in 1911. Connaught Hill in Prince George was named in rememberance after Prince Arthur. File predominantly consists of printed websites and newspaper articles describing Prince Arthur, the Duke of Connaught, and his role as Governor General.

Cottonwood Island
2012.13.2.03.07 · Bestanddeel · 2001-2009
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Cottonwood Island in Prince George, formerly named Island Cache and Foley's Cache. Includes: "A brief history of Cottonwood Island Park" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (Nov. 2009).

2012.13.2.02.46 · Bestanddeel · 2001-2005
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the Hudson's Bay Company subdivision. Includes material on the subdivision, survey, and sale of lands in Fort George owned by the Hudson's Bay Company.

East Line slide lists
2012.13.2.17.05 · Bestanddeel · 2000-2002
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of lists and printed emails relating to slides and photographs depicting the East Line. Includes a CD that contains slides and photographs depicting the East Line (2000).

East Line photos
2012.13.2.17.06 · Bestanddeel · [between 1999 and 2005]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and printed photographs relating to the East Line. The file includes photographs that depict various areas on the Upper Fraser and within the communities, including Dome Creek; Sinclair Mills; Penny; Grand Canyon; and Crescent Spur (between 1999 and 2005).

Fraser River Big Bend
2012.13.2.17.11 · Bestanddeel · [between 1999 and 2005]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of aeriel photographs depicting the Fraser River Big Bend, where the Fraser River changes direction from westbound to southbound at its "Big Bend" near the Huble Homestead Historic Site, 45 km north of Prince George, British Columbia.

2012.13.2.17.02 · Bestanddeel · 1999-2008
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to research of the Upper Fraser as part of the UNBC Upper Fraser Historical Geography Project. Includes photographs depicting students and professors researching in the Upper Fraser region (Dec. 1999).

2012.13.4.08 · Bestanddeel · 1999-2000
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of photographs depicting the Salmon River Portage. Includes depictions of potential past mill sites, overgrown fields, and derelict buildings.

Fraser River Big Bend
2012.13.2.17.12 · Bestanddeel · [between 1999 and 2005]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of aerial photographs depicting the Fraser River Big Bend, where the Fraser River changes direction from westbound to southbound at its "Big Bend" near the Huble Homestead Historic Site, 45 km north of Prince George, British Columbia.

2008.27.4 · Bestanddeel · 1998-2003
Part of Knox McCusker Collection

File consists of the following materials:

  • Letter to Vernon C. Brink from the National Archives of Canada re: Knox McCusker holdings (March 1, 1999)
  • Photocopy of article: "Living Landscapes: Exploring the wilds of northeaster BC" by Ross Peck and Brian Apland
  • Some materials for an article on Knox McCusker, D.L.S.
  • Material about the life of Knox Freeman McCusker
  • Letter to Mrs. Rutherford (Oct. 5, 1999) re: access to interview of Knox McCusker by Frank Willis
  • Accession information print-out re: interview of Knox McCusker by Frank Willis in 1954
  • National Archives of Canada accession information print-out re: Dominion Land Surveyor Diaries, 1881-1930
  • Mary Henry / Knox McCusker "Team" (April 19, 1998)
  • Letter to Mrs. Rutherford from George Ungar re: background information on Knox McCusker
Guest lecture for GEOG 200
2012.13.5.08 · Bestanddeel · 1998-2004
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Kent Sedgwick's guest lecture for UNBC course "GEOG 200 Geography of British Columbia".

East Line communities
2012.13.2.17.01 · Bestanddeel · 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.

Land survey information
2012.13.2.02.25 · Bestanddeel · 1997-2006
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to contemporary and historical land surveying in British Columbia, includes material on Hunter Joseph who surveyed Quesnel to Salmon River in 1874; F.P. Burden and the surveying of the Cariboo District; and Mr. J.D. Pemberton, the colonial surveyor in 1851. File primarily consists of Kent Sedgwick's handwritten notes on land surveying in British Columbia and printed search results for the College of New Caledonia and BC Archives on land surveying. Includes: "Owning land: what you should know" pamphlet published by The Canadian Council of Land Surveyors (2004) and "Survey Systems in BC" email chain between Kent Sedgwick and John Whittaker, a B.C. Land Surveyor, discussing past land survey systems and surveyed areas in British Columbia (6 Oct. 2009).

Kent Sedgwick lectures
2012.13.4.04 · Bestanddeel · 1997
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

File consists of notes and reproductions for use by Kent Sedgwick for lectures. Includes: "Annual Meeting Western Division Canadian Association of Geographers" conference program and abstracts (7-8 Mar. 1997).