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Expo 86 Corporation : films and videotapes Vancouver (B.C.)
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Provincial affairs : [Peter Hyndman]

Public affairs. Discussion of Expo 86, including an excerpt from a speech by Premier Bennett announcing Expo 86 will go ahead; a talk by Peter Hyndman (Minister of Consumer and Corporate Affairs) about the financing and economic impact of Expo 86; and background shots.

[Pony Express news feature]

News item. Story (aired on on BCTV Newshour) reporting on the horse and rider (Bert Hofman) that brought a message to the Queen during the B.C. Place invitation to Expo 86 ceremony. Includes shots of Hofman riding along freeway meridian, changing horses, entering B.C. place, and delivering the message.

Expo 86 Corporation : films and videotapes

  • GR-3429
  • Series
  • 1983-1986

The series consists of videotapes, film and audio tapes that form part of the records of the Expo 86 Corporation. Most of this material was either commissioned or acquired by the divisions of Expo 86 Corporation responsible for marketing and communications. It consists of promotional material packaged in several different forms for mass media outlets, and informational material directed to specialized audiences such as corporations and governments. The series also includes media monitoring tapes of news coverage and footage documenting the planning, progress and construction of the exposition. Most of the material dates from March 1983 to the opening days of Expo in early May 1986.

The series contains _ videotapes, _ films (4 titles) and audio tapes.

British Columbia Place Ltd.

Expo 86 : preview centre model

Demonstration. Shows mock-up of proposed Expo Centre design, showing model viewed as from Georgia and Granville Streets, B.C. Place and the ALRT. Includes graphic and photographic images in the sphere. Model designed by Bruno Freschi Architects; sphere images courtesy of Applause Communications, Creative House, Evans & Sutherland, Vertigo Graphics.

Transit on track

Promotional film. Presentation about the new advanced light rapid transit (ALRT) system for Greater Vancouver, explaining its purpose and impact in a very positive light. Includes shots of Vancouver and area and of different phases of construction, as well as models and artists' conceptions.

Expo progress

Promotional. Footage of public events and announcements related to Expo 86 between August and November 1984, compiled for informational and promotional purposes. 001.01: Expo Progress #2: Lord Mayor of London Unveiling, 1984/08/29. 001.02: Expo Progress #3: UBC housing announcement / Governor Spellman announcement / Preview Centre construction scenes, 1984/09/25. 001.03: Expo Progress #4: Topping-off of the Preview Centre, 1984/10/11. 001.04: Expo Progress #5: Opening of Expo Display Centre, 1984/10/11. 001.05: Expo Progress #6: Announcement of CN Pavillion, 1984/10/11. 001.06: Expo Progress #7: Scott Paper Co. announcement / Visit to Children's Hospital by Expo Ernie and Scott mascot, 1984/10/29. 001.07: Expo Progress #8: Commissioners' Meeting, 1984/11/05.

Expo 86 : world in motion

Promotional. Presentation intended to attract participation of corporations and foreign governments. Presents transportation and communication themes, using footage of Vancouver and the Expo site and talks by Expo officials, as well as footage from international sources.

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