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2008.2.1.037 · Item · [after 1901]
Part of Northern BC Cartographic Collection

Original linen map depicts mining claims in the Cassiar District of British Columbia that were located in 1900-1901: L. 115 Princess Louise, L. 310 North Star, L. 311 Bonanza, L. 309 Emerald, and L. 312 Emma.

2001.1.086 · Item · 2 Sept. 1943
Part of NBCA Document and Ephemera Collection

Pennock, W.B. RIVER CROSSING EXERCISE. Prince George, B.C. 2 SEP 43. Presented to Major-General H.N. Ganong G.O.C. 8 CDN. DIV. by Lt-Col. W.B. Pennock C.R.C.E. 8 CDN. DIV. 1943. Oblong 4to. 24pp of text, color maps, one showing the proposed crossing of Nechako River. 20 b/w snapshot photos, mounted with corners, each with captions + Appendix A, B and C of facts and figures. A large folding contemporary map of Vernon is laid in, with one of the training zones (?) highlighted on the map in a red square box. Fabricoid spine and corners.

The original typescript for a (presumably confidential and secret) document listing the preparations for defensive manoeuvres in the event of war with Japan taking place in Northern British Columbia. This document describes a simulation of what events and defences could take place, including how to conduct river crossings; when in the war game, the author imagines what would happen should the Japanese invade Prince Rupert as a starting point for the invasion of Canada.

An important document providing insight into the thinking of the Canadian military while preparing for the possibility of Japan extending its war into the North Pacific Theatre during World War II.

"Prince George B.C."
2012.13.2.21.08.1 · Item · 26 Apr. 1967
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

This very large drawing shows CN leases and private property buildings on Island Cache in detail.

Lockwood Survey Corporation Ltd.
2000.23.1.070.11 · Item · [between 1967 and 1987]
Part of Audrey Smedley L'Heureux fonds

The map is part of an advertising pamphlet that depicts the Yellowhead Highway 16. The map highlights towns and tourist attractions along Highway 16 like Hazelton, Kitimat, Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake, Burns Lake, Fort St. James, Prince George, Terrace, and Smithers.

B.C. Ghost Town Map
2000.23.1.070.13 · Item · [between 1970 and 1987]
Part of Audrey Smedley L'Heureux fonds

This map depicts where to find ghost towns, forts, First Nation villages, and sites with supposed hidden treasures in British Columbia.

Colonial exploration maps
2000.23.1.070.09 · Item · [between 1967 and 1987]
Part of Audrey Smedley L'Heureux fonds

The map is split into four time periods of colonial exploration. The map depicts pre-colonial, post-colonial, traditional, and colonial expansion.

A look at Canada
2000.23.1.070.10 · Item · 1977
Part of Audrey Smedley L'Heureux fonds

The map of Canada is part of a greater booklet on Canadian history. This booklet was intended to help those preparing for their Canadian citizenship interview.

Kitimat City Centre
2000.23.1.070.04 · Item · [between 1980 and 1987]
Part of Audrey Smedley L'Heureux fonds

The map depicts the town of Kitimat and on the other side of the map there is an advertisement for Northland Shipping.

Central British Columbia Map
2000.23.1.070.01 · Item · 1929
Part of Audrey Smedley L'Heureux fonds

Map depicts central British Columbia including Prince George, Queen Charlotte Island, Prince of Wales Island, Prince Rupert, and describes what these areas are known for.

"Native Lands then and now"
2012.13.2.05.09.1 · Item · 1990
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The map depicts British Columbia, including outlines of Indigenous tribal territories and a smaller map of Canada with Indigenous language families. The reverse side of the map is titled, "What Are You Ready For" and includes a timeline of information and Indigenous history.

"Map of Prince Rupert"
2012.13.2.15.30.1 · Item · [before 1980]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the Prince Rupert townsite. Map is published by McRae Bros. Ltd. and Collart & Reynolds Real Estate.

2012.13.4.09.5 · Item · 1992
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the Salmon Portage area along the Salmon River. Various annotations are written in pen and sections of the map are coloured with pencil crayon. The Forest Cover Map identification number is 93J.026.

2012.13.4.09.1 · Item · 28 June 1999
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the Salmon Portage area along the Salmon River. Various annotations are written in pen and sections of the map are coloured with pencil crayon. The Forest Cover Map identification number is 93J.026.

2012.13.4.09.2 · Item · 28 June 1999
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the Salmon Portage area along the Salmon River. Various annotations are written in pen and sections of the map are coloured with pencil crayon. The Forest Cover Map identification number is 93J.027.

2012.13.4.09.3 · Item · 1991
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the Salmon Portage area along the Salmon River. Various annotations are written in pen and sections of the map are coloured with pencil crayon. The Forest Cover Map identification number is 93J.027.

"Hixon"
2012.13.2.20.01.2 · Item · [ca. 1990]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the area surrounding the Hixon area in the Cariboo District. There are various annotations in pen and highlighted boundaries.

"Cottonwood River"
2012.13.2.20.01.1 · Item · 1980
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the area surrounding the Cottonwood River in the Cariboo Land District. Various annotations are mad in pen on the map.

2012.13.2.19.22.1 · Item · 1981
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting the Queen Charlotte Islands, now Haida Gwaii. It includes a key with abandoned Indian villages and settlements. It also includes annotations in pen by Kent Sedgwick. The reverse side of the map has a recreational directory for the area.

"Bowron Lake Park"
2012.13.2.19.04.1 · Item · June 1968
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a map depicting Bowron Lake Park in British Columbia, the park boundary, the patrol cabin, roads, campsites, glaciers, and trails. Various handwritten annotations are written on the map and Public Shelters are circled in red pen.

2012.13.2.02.33.18 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted in 1909. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Fort George Avenue, East of Fraser Street, North of Mount Stephen Avenue, and West of Simpson Street. Annotations state, "Pl. 649."

2012.13.2.02.33.16 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted on 1 March 1910. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Bernhardt Avenue, East of Simpson Street, North of the Fraser River and West of 9th Street. Annotations state, "DL 1426 Plan 721."

Pl. 721 DL 1426
2012.13.2.02.33.15 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map likely drafted in the 1910s. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The area covered is South of Anderson Street, East of Simpson Street, North of Van Bien Avenue and West of 9th Street. Annotations state, "Pl 721 DL 1426."

"Fort George first addition"
2012.13.2.02.33.11 · Item · [1990?]
Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

The item is a reproduction of a survey map drafted on 20 Nov. 1910. The reproduction was likely created in 1990. The subdivision is lot 2610 G. I. and part of lots 2507 and 2608 G. I. Cariboo District. The area covered is South of 8th Avenue, East of 19th Avenue, North of 8th Street and West of Quinn Street. Annotations state, "Pl. 847," and various notations regarding lot information.