The item is a promotional video produced by JEM Productions for the Government of British Columbia in 1983. Features the Hon. Jim Hewitt.

News item. BCGEU General Secretary John Fryer says this was the first time that the union had to negiotiate against Anti-Inflation Board guidelines. There was trouble, he says, getting the provincial government to agree on a guideline settlement, but there was 90 percent member ratification.

News item. "1977 must be a year of restraint in our demands." says Premier Bennett in a year-end message. This pertains to "capital, labour, government, management." He says that 1977 must be a year when "each and every one of us hold the line in the demands we make upon our economy." He say we must let our competitors "catch up to our soaring costs."

News item. Pricing decisions for public operations and services need to be re-examined by an independent body or agency to ensure that price increases are carefully reviewed before implementation. Compensation for employees in the public sector: (1) Wages (like prices) need to be re-examined; (2) There should be better and more equitable pay levels; (3) Bargaining decisions must be compatible with those in the private sector; (4) Aim for a long-range goal where there would be a fairer bargaining system for public service. Premier Bennett says that there is no intention to "downgrade public services or to cut wages." On the review of the wage structure, he states that there must be "responsible retraint" regarding wages in the public sector.

News item. Premier Bennett talks to the press about the October 14th Day of Protest. He says, "Those who are advocating that our people leave their jobs on October 14th are not aware of the traditions that built this country." However, he says he agrees with "the right to protest," and encourages protesters to give their day's pay to the United Way, "which helps thousands of disadvantaged in our society."

SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Discusses budget speech and Essential Services Act RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-10-21 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett comments on Jean Chretien's federal budget speech, making observations on the extension of the anti-inflation program, the economy, the reduction in income taxes, and unemployment. Bennett surmises that the budget was a reaction to a great deal of pressure upon the federal government to make a positive effort toward improving the economy. October; 21, 1977. TRACK 2: NDP Leader Dave Barrett challenges Bennett to call an election, and Bennett claims that he will if the Essential Services Act is defied. October 21, 1977.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0134 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Discusses federal proposals for constitutional change RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1978-06-12 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference in Victoria, 12 June 1978, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his reaction to the federal government's recent proposals for constitutional change. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0135 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Joint news conference with Idaho Governor John Evans RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07-06 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a joint news conference, 6 July 1978, Premier Bill Bennett and Idaho Governor John Evans discuss their meetings and talks on possible energy exchanges between Canada and the U.S. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0136 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Tony McGregor RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07-26 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: In an interview with Tony McGregor, 26 July 1978, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his personal and family background, attitudes towards government and politics, theories of public service, and BC's place within Canadian confederation. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0137 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Joint news conference with Montana Governor Judge RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1978-07-27 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a joint news conference in Victoria, 27 July 1978, Premier Bill Bennett and Montana Governor Thomas Judge discuss various aspects of Canada/U.S. relations, especially energy development. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0138 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conferences RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-08-02 & 10 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, 2 August 1978, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his reaction to Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau's economic proposals for cut backs in government spending. TRACK 2: In a news conference, 10 August 1978, Bennett comments on the issues discussed at the 19th annual Premiers' conference at Regina.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0083 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Ed Ogle of Time Magazine RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-01-11 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In an interview with Ed Ogle of Time Magazine, Premier Bill Bennett discusses confederation, the western provinces' position on federalism and certain economic issues, and Rene Levesque and separatism. Bennett proposes limiting government growth, comments on the self-centered attitudes of politicians, French language rights, and Canadian multiculturalism. TRACK 2: Bennett claims Canadian federalism holds more flexibility than the American system, and claims his government will do everything possible to maintain national unity. He also speculates about the possible consequences of the break-up of confederation. 11 January 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0084 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Announces electoral reform commission and E&N Railway decision RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-01-12 & 19 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett announces the appointment of Judge Lawrence Smith Eckardt as a commissioner under the Public Enquiries Act to make an enquiry into electoral reform. Bennett also answers questions on international fishing boundaries and gives the BC position on fishing limits. He discusses Claude Ryan's five region concept and various aspects of Canadian federalism. 12 January 1978. TRACK 2: In a press conference, Bennett announces the CTC decision to grant BC's request for a stay in the CPR order to suspend passenger services on the E & N Railway. The stay is valid for five months, during which the CPR will continue to provide passenger service. In the meantime, BC is to appeal the CPR decision in the courts. Bennett also discusses the importance of this service, and answers questions concerning the BCR and BC Tel. 19 January 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0085 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: State of the province address message and Saanich Chambers of Commerce address RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-01-25 & 1978-02-02 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett presents his economic and financial quarterly report (termed the "state of the province address"). Things are looking up in BC, Bennett states, and he relates how labour relations, industrial growth and the general economy have improved over the past year. He comments on legislation which has been passed and on the state of dominion/provincial relations, alluding to BC strategies and proposals to be adopted at an upcoming federal/provincial conference. He also calls for freer trade to bolster the economy. 25 January 1978. TRACK 2: In an address to the combined Chambers of Commerce in Saanich, Bennett speaks about the effort necessary to improve public access to government, and about the role of legislators. He relates how the province's economy has grown over the past two years, and suggests it is time for (realistic) optimism. Bennett also comments on provincial job creation efforts and federal/provincial resource development plans, 2 February 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0086 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Remarks at First Ministers' Conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-02-13 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In his opening remarks to the First Ministers' Conference, Premier Bill Bennett discusses inflation, the economy, unemployment, finance, industry, natural resources and strategies to deal with problems in these areas, 13 February 1978. TRACK 2: During the afternoon sitting of the First Ministers' Conference, Bennett comments on the growth of the public sector in Canada, urging all governments to adopt a policy a policy of spending restraint, and proposes several methods of cutting government costs, 13 February 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0087 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Press conference on throne speech, and sworn in as minister RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-03-30 & 1978-04-04 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a press conference, Premier Bill Bennett discusses the throne speech. He announces that Harvey Wilfred Schroeder will be the new Speaker of the House, and Steven Rogers will be the deputy speaker. The throne speech deals with job creation, with an emphasis on small business and individual enterprise. Jobs are to be created in the private sector, aided by government efforts and deregulation. 30 March 1978. TRACK 2: Bennett is sworn in as Minister of Energy, Transport and Communications the day after Jack Davis's resignation, and conducts a press conference afterwards. Bennett asks his colleagues to endorse Evan Wolfe as the new director of BC Hydro and Sam Bawlf as the director of the BC Harbour Board. Bennett refuses to comment further on Davis's resignation. 4 April 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0088 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Discusses Jack Davis's resignation and economic plans RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-04-06 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a press conference, Premier Bill Bennett states that the investigation into the Jack Davis affair was instigated by a private individual, and claims that any minister must resign under similar circumstances. Davis would be restored to the premier's confidence if he is cleared. 6 April 1978. TRACK 2: In a news conference, Bennett discusses his economic plans for BC. He comments on the federal budget and sales tax reductions, and answers questions concerning unemployment and job creation efforts. 11 April 1978. NOTE: Unedited transcript is available for this track only. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0089 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Premier's post-Yorkton news conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-04-17 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett comments on the viability of the Fort Nelson extension of the BCR, Cyril Shelford's proposed resignation, the upcoming federal election, and federal;/provincial financial arrangements. 17 April 1978. TRACK 2: Bennett announces that regular economic meetings between the provinces and Ottawa will commence. 17 April 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0090 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Meets northern mayors about BCR extension RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-04-20 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Mayors from northeastern BC meet with Premier Bill Bennett to persuade his government to extend the BC Railway to Fort Nelson. They present various economic and political arguments to further their case. 20 April 1978. TRACK 2: Bennett responds by stating that the matter will have to be studied further before any decision is made. 20 April 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0091 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Post-Trudeau visit press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-11-01 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a press conference, Premier Bill Bennett discusses the results of his meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau. The discussion touched on aspects of the national economy, the teaching of the French language, national unity, the constitution, and the five regions concept of Canadian federalism. 1 November 1977. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0092 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interview with Gary Bannerman (part 1) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-01-25 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 and 2: In a radio hot line program interview with Gary Bannerman on CKNW Vancouver, Premier Bill Bennett discusses northern development through the extension of the BC Railway, government plans to stimulate the economy, and the employment situation in BC. 25 January 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0093 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interview with Gary Bannerman (part 2) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-01-25 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: In a radio hot line program interview with Gary Bannerman on CKNW Vancouver, Premier Bill Bennett answers questions from listeners across the province. He discusses liquor legislation, the distribution of government information, the role of government, and various government services. 25 January 1978.

The item is a reversal reel of unedited footage from 1976. It shows a protest march against wage and price controls is shown in the streets of downtown Vancouver.

CALL NUMBER: T1704:0051 - 0052 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Premier's fall tour RECORDED: Prince George (B.C.), 1975-10-10 SUMMARY: Premier David Barrett's fall tour in Prince George, 10 October 1975 (part 1 & 2).; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0053 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: NDP government response to federal wage and price guidelines RECORDED: [location unknown], 1975-10-14 SUMMARY: NDP government response to federal wage and price guidelines, 14 October 1975.; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0054 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Premier's fall tour RECORDED: Williams Lake (B.C.), 1975-10-15 SUMMARY: Premier David Barrett's fall tour in Williams Lake, 15 October 1975.; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0055 - 0056 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Premier's fall tour RECORDED: Quesnel (B.C.), 1975-10-15 SUMMARY: Premier David Barrett's fall tour in Quesnel, 15 October 1975 (part 1 & 2).; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0057 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Premier's fall tour RECORDED: Bella Bella (B.C.), 1975-10-16 SUMMARY: Premier David Barrett's fall tour in Bella Bella, 16 October 1975.; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0058 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Premier's fall tour RECORDED: Ocean Falls (B.C.), 1975-10-16 SUMMARY: Premier David Barrett's fall tour in Ocean Falls, 16 October 1975.; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0059 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Premier's fall tour RECORDED: Port Alberni (B.C.), 1975-10-17 SUMMARY: Premier David Barrett's fall tour in Port Alberni, 17 October 1975.; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0060 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Announces price freeze RECORDED: [location unknown], 1975-10-24 SUMMARY: Premier David Barrett announces price freeze, 24 October 1975.; CALL NUMBER: T1704:0061 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dave Barrett: Speech at University of Victoria RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1975-10-27 SUMMARY: Speech at the University of Victoria, 27 October 1975.;

News item. IWA president Jack Munro is interviewed on an open-line radio program. He says wage and price controls are not working, and that the Day of Protest is to register disapproval with the federal government's "unjust law." The Anti-Inflation Board is too drastic a measure, and that is why Trudeau is backing down on the length of time it will be in effect.

News item. A relatively small crowd of protesters on the Legislature grounds. Placards read: "Out to fight controls." There are several speakers. John Fryer, BCGEU provincial secretary, says: "While it means that wage controls have got to go, it also means that we have got to do something when they are gone." He goes on: "What we have got to do is sit down with the government, and the trade union movement is going to have to have its rightful voice in our society. And when the trade union movement sits down with the government, we can show them how to build a better Canada."

News item. Nanaimo contingent of about 1,200 demonstrators in a main street cavalcade and at Nanaimo city park. One speaker says: "It's not Big Labour here today. It's Lillian from the college, Jim from Harmac, it's my neighbour who works at the Free Press. The Free Press that you pick up in your hands today will be hot, so drop it, because the union workers are out."

CALL NUMBER: T0988:0001 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Evan Wolfe: Comments on federal/provincial conference of finance ministers RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-02-03 SUMMARY: Comments on federal-provincial conference of finance ministers. Includes comments on the anti-inflation program and federal/provincial cost-sharing arrangements. Press conference on February 3, 1977.

CALL NUMBER: T0988:0002 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Evan Wolfe: RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-03-25 & 06-16 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Finance minister Evan Wolfe describes the new property assessment system for British Columbia, March 25, 1977. TRACK 2: Wolfe announces a cost break for BC manufacturers when tendering for public purchasing, June 16, 1977.

The item is a video recording of Premier W.R. Bennett's television address on the subject of the government's restraint program.

News item. At a press conference, Premier Bill Bennett talks about the price freeze extension (February 16) and other BC government anti-inflation measures. Bennett outlines the areas where the price freeze will have the most effect, and explains necessity for federal government to reduce tax on provincial resource exports. He talks about the anti-inflation board and the need for both governments to co-operate on an inflation control agreement.