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CALL NUMBER: T1707:0073 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Confederation and economic conditions -- Financial Times interview RECORDED: London (England), 1977-08-26 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett talks with Financial Times reporter John Griffiths in London. Bennett discusses confederation and says that Canada, as presently constituted, will survive. Calls for greater power for the provinces; says the major issue in Canada is the economy; unemployment and inflation; calls for common federal/provincial national economic policy; talks about problems facing BC and western Canada; need for secondary industry; tariff policy; transportation policy; discusses the Social Credit policy to balance the books; says creation of new jobs and capital investment is up; says BC's economy is strongest in Canada; says best potential for economic growth in the province lies in the forest industry and the mining industry, especially thermal and metallurgical coal; Northeast; coal; Alcan pipeline. TRACK 2: Bennett says oil and gas exploration are up; discusses implication of the Alcan pipeline. 26 August 1977.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0074 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference RECORDED: Brussels (Belgium), 1977-09-16 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: At a Brussels news conference, Premier Bill Bennett discusses current and future BC development in the areas of energy and industry, 16 September 1977. [TRACK 2: blank.]

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0052 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Financial Post interview on European economic mission RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-29 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Jack Schriener of the Financial Post, 29 August 1977, on the subject of the B.C. economic mission to Europe.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0053 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Business Week interview on BC's natural resources and BCRIC RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-09-06 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Mary Ann McNellis of Business Week, 6 September 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0054 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Daily Telegraph interview on BC and its future prospects RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-09-06 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Nora Beloff of the London Daily Telegraph, 6 September 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0055 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference on European mission RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-09-07 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at a news conference on his European economic mission, 7 September 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0056 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference RECORDED: London (England), 1977-09-09 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at a news conference, London, England, 9 September 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0057 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Speech to Canada/UK chamber of commerce RECORDED: London (England), 1977-09-09 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's address to the Canada-United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce, London, England, 9 September 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0058 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference RECORDED: Bonn (West Germany), 1977-09-20 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at a news conference, Bonn, West Germany, 20 September 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0059 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Speech to France/Canada chamber of commerce RECORDED: Paris (France), 1977-09-23 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's speech to Canada/France Chamber of Commerce, Paris, France, 23 September 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0060 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Summation of European economic mission RECORDED: Paris (France), 1977-09-24 SUMMARY: At a windup press conference at the Intercontinental Hotel, Paris, France, 24 September 1977, Premier Bill Bennett gives a summation of the B.C. economic mission to Europe.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0061 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference on European economic mission RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1977-09-25 SUMMARY: At a news conference in Victoria on 25 September 1977, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his just-completed European economic mission.;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0112 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Financial Post interview on European economic mission RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-29 SUMMARY: In an interview with Jack Schriener of the Financial Post, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his upcoming European trade mission, 29 August 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0113 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Business Week interview on BC's natural resources and BCRIC RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-09-06 SUMMARY: In an interview with Mary Ann McNellis of Business Week, Premier Bill Bennett discusses the creation of the BCRIC, 6 September 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0114 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Daily Telegraph interview on BC and its future prospects RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-09-06 SUMMARY: In an interview with Nora Beloff of the London Daily Telegraph, Premier Bill Bennett discusses BC and its prospects for future greatness within Canadian confederation, 6 September 1977. NOTE: TRANSCR;IPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0115 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On the eve of his European mission RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1977-09-07 SUMMARY: In a press conference in Victoria, Premier Bill Bennett explains the nature of the European economic mission he is about to depart for, 7 September 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0116 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference RECORDED: London (England), 1977-09-09 SUMMARY: In a news conference in London, England, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his private talks with British Prime Minister James Callaghan. Also present at the news conference are BC Finance Minister Evan Wolfe and BC Economic Development Minister Don Phillips. 9 September 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0117 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Addresses the Canada/UK chamber of commerce RECORDED: London (England), 1977-09-09 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett addresses a joint meeting of the Canadian/U.K. Chambers of Commerce, London, England, 9 September 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0118 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Press conference on wind-up of BC's European economic mission RECORDED: Paris (France), 1977-09-24 SUMMARY: At a press conference in Paris, France, 24 September 1977, Premier Bill Bennett discusses the achievements of his European economic mission. Also present are Finance Minister Evan Wolfe and Economic Development Minister Don Phillips. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0139 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On the Gary Bannerman program (part 1) SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a radio interview on Gary Bannerman's hot line program on CKNW, 18 August 1978, Premier Bill Bennett discusses the Canadian economy, constitutional change in Canada, federal/provincial relations, attitudes to the monarchy in Canada, public service employee cut backs, labour relations in BC, the Dease Lake extension of the BC Railway, social service allowances. TRACK 2: Bennett discusses unemployment in BC, road construction, the first BC Summer Games, strikes at BC breweries, the creation of a BC ombudsman, proposals for a new sports stadium at Vancouver, urban transportation in BC.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0140 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On the Gary Bannerman program (part 2) SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Continuation of a radio interview with Premier Bill Bennett on Gary Bannerman's hot line program on CKNW, 18 August 1978. Subjects discussed include: small business in BC, immigration policy and BC, cable TV in BC, cabinet changes, and the timing of the next election. [TRACK 2: blank]

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0132 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On Jack Webster radio program (part 1) SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed in the last interview on Jack Webster's open line radio program on CJOR Vancouver, 29 June 1978. Subjects discussed include: the government's compulsory heroin treatment program, the new Forestry Act, plans to extend the BC Railway, government air travel services, federal/provincial relations, and lotteries. TRACK 2: Subjects include: electoral distribution in BC, education, increased pensions for the handicapped, constitutional change in Canada, health care in BC, the search for a new head of ICBC, social services, succession duties, property taxes, and senior citizens.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0133 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On Jack Webster radio program (part 2) SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Continuation of the interview with Premier Bill Bennett by Jack Webster, CJOR Vancouver, 29 June 1978. Subjects discussed include: government pharmacare program, MLAs salaries, BCRIC (BC Resources and Investment Corporation), BC Ferries, social services for the mentally retarded and handicapped, labour/management relations, sale and lease of crown lands, urban transportation, and construction of a Vancouver convention centre. TRACK 2: Public service pension plans, government subsidies to private industry, federal/provincial relations, government boards and commissions, grants to senior citizens, fishing rights negotiations, alcohol and driving on BC highways, control of the size of the civil service, decriminalization of marijuana, and constitutional change in Canada.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0020 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Jack Webster SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Jack Webster of radio station CJOR, Vancouver, 23 March 1977 (part 1).;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0021 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Jack Webster SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Jack Webster of radio station CJOR, Vancouver, 23 March 1977 (part 2). Following the Bennett interview, there are short interviews with NDP MLAs Charles Barber a;nd Don Lockstead, who discuss housing and coastal transportation, respectively.;

SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: conducts a news conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-12-20 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett discusses the Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway, the BC Tel strike, his constituency work, the Prime Minister's suggestion (in his Christmas message) that we need faith, the Electoral Reform Commission, the Oak Bay by-election, and overseas opinion of BC. 20 December 1977. [TRACK 2: blank.]

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.

SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Discusses CPR's proposed takeover of MacMillan Bloedel RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1979-01-09 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: At a press conference in Victoria on 9 January 1979, Premier Bill Bennett discusses Canadian Pacific Investment's proposed takeover of Macmillan Bloedel. Also heard are NDP MLA Charles Barber, commenting on foreign ownership in BC, and Jim Nelsen, Minister of Consumer and Corporate Affairs, on Liquor Board regulations. [TRACK 2: blank.]

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0003 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Year end review press conference RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1976-12-22 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's press conference in Victoria, 22 December 1976, marking one year in office for his Social Credit government.;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0004 - 0006 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Interview with Vancouver Sun reporter Hall Leiren RECORDED: [location unknown], 1976-12 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Vancouver Sun reporter Hall Leiren, December 1976 (parts 1-3).;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0023 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Richard Gwynn RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-01-26 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Richard Gwynn of the Toronto Star, 26 January 1977.;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0024 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Nick Hills, CBC RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-01-25 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Nick Hills of the CBC, 25 January 1977.;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0046 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Comments on Alcan pipeline proposal RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-09 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett comments on the Alcan pipeline proposal, 9 August 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0047 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: The forthcoming premiers' conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-12 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett comments on the forthcoming Premiers' Conference, 12 August 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0048 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Returns from premiers conference on national unity RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-22 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett press conference on his return from the Premiers' Conference on National Unity, 22 August 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0049 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Introduces BC Resources Investment Corporation Act RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-23 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett introduces the BC Resources Investment Corporation (BCRIC) Act, 23 August 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0050 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: CBC TV Interview regarding Japan/BC trade relations RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-24 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Doug Lower of CBC Television regarding Japan-BC trade relations, 24 June 1977.; CALL NUMBER: T1707:0051 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: CKNW radio interview with Russ Froese RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-24 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Russ Froese of radio station CKNW Vancouver, 24 August 1977.;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0127 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On Canadian national unity RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-04-19 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: In an interview with Henry Gininger of the New York Times, Premier Bill Bennett discusses various aspects of BC's place within Canadian confederation, Quebec and the prospects of separation, and problems of national unity in Canada.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0128 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On BC's place in Canadian confederation RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-04-27 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In an interview with Mary Ann McNellis, Premier Bill Bennett discusses various aspects of BC's position within Canadian confederation, his proposed five-regions concept, and the place of Quebec within confederation. 27 April 1978. [TRACK 2: blank.]

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0129 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed on CKNW RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-26 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In an interview with Barrie Clark of CKNW Vancouver, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his personal background and several issues related to his tenure as head of the Social Credit government. Topics mentioned are: the Fort Nelson extension of the BCR, Social Credit party politics, the Jack Davis affair, the political climate in Victoria, and the controversy over establishing a fund in aid of Vietnamese children. Also: Roy Jacques of CKNW Vancouver airs portions of interviews with Premier Bill Bennett and Opposition Leader Dave Barrett on the issue of free trade and tariffs and their effect on BC. TRACK 2: Continuation of Roy Jacques' program on Bennett and Barrett. Bennett discusses his government's dealings with the federal government in Ottawa; Dave Barrett offers criticisms of the Bennett administration. Aired 26 May 1978.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0130 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conferences on transportation RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1978-05-31 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a press conference in Victoria, 31 May 1978, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his recent meetings in Alaska regarding rail links between BC, the Yukon, and Alaska. He also discusses various aspects of transportation in BC. TRACK 2: At a joint press conference with federal Transport Minister Otto Lang in Victoria, 31 May 1978, Premier Bill Bennett comments on proposed fishing boundaries off BC's coast.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0131 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Controversy over BC fishing negotiations RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-06-01 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a statement to the news media on 1 June 1978, Premier Bill Bennett comments on information leaks concerning BC's position on international fishing negotiations. [TRACK 2: blank.]

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0034 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Joe Easingwood show, CJVI (tape 1) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-04-25 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on Joe Easingwood's radio show. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0035 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Joe Easingwood show, CJVI (tape 2) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-04-25 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on Joe Easingwood's radio show. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0036 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : John Reynolds show, CJOR RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-05-04 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the John Reynolds radio show. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0037 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Gary Bannerman show, CKNW (tape 1) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-05-07 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the Gary Bannerman radio show. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0038 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Gary Bannerman show, CKNW (tape 2) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-05-07 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the Gary Bannerman radio show.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0039 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Gary Bannerman show, CKNW (tape 3?) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-05-07 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the Gary Bannerman radio show.;

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0105 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Comments on proposals for constitutional change, 1978 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett comments on the report of the Task Force on Canadian Unity (the Pepin/Robarts Commission), 1978. TRACK 2: Bennett explains the BC government's proposal for reform of the Canadian senate; his comments are followed by questions from the press. 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0106 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Addresses a high school audience RECORDED: Vancouver (B.C.), 1977-04-28 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: Premier Bill Bennett addresses a student audience at Killarney High School in Vancouver South, 28 April 1977. His address is followed by a question-and-answer session with the students. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0107 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Jack Webster program (CJOR) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-11-04 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Jack Webster on radio station CJOR in Vancouver, 4 November 1977. Various aspects of the provincial government are discussed. The program concludes ;with a session of phone-in questions from the listening audience. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0108 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On the Premiers' Conference at New Brunswick RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1977-08 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: At a press conference in Victoria, Premier Bill Bennett discusses some issues he plans to discuss at the upcoming Premiers' Conference in New Brunswick. August 1977. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0109 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On the creation of BCRIC RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1977-08-23 SUMMARY: At a press conference in Victoria, Premier Bill Bennett discusses the creation of the British Columbia Resources Investment Corporation (BCRIC), 23 August 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0110 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett:: Russ Froese (CKNW) interview on national unity and Quebec separatism RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-24 SUMMARY: In an interview with Russ Froese of CKNW Vancouver on 24 August 1977, Premier Bill Bennett discusses aspects of the problem of national unity in Canada, including BC in confederation, Quebec's role in confederation, and the challenge posed by the election of a separatist provincial government in Quebec. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0111 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: On Japan/BC trade relations RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-24 SUMMARY: In an interview with Doug Lower of CBC Toronto (television), Premier Bill Bennett discusses BC's trade relations with Japan, 24 August 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0080 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: In a news conference and an interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-12-20 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a press conference, Premier Bill Bennett makes observations upon his constituency work, the Prime Minister's Christmas message, electoral reform, the upcoming Oak Bay by-election of 1978, and the opinions held about BC overseas. He also discusses dominion/provincial relations and the E & N Railway. 20 December 1977. TRACK 2: In an interview with Jim Hume, Bennett discusses the upcoming Oak Bay by-election of 1978, dominion/provincial relations, and BC proposals made at a premiers' conference on economic planning. He also comments upon the retirement of the Lieutenant Governor, Walter Owen. 20 December 1977.

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0081 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-01-05 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett sets the date for the 1978 Oak Bay by-election, as well as dates for the prorogation and the reconvening of the House. He comments on Prime Minister Trudeau's threatened use of force to keep Québec in confederation; he also discusses the BC Tel strike and the Royal Commission Special Report, and the Fort Nelson extension of the BCR. Among other issues mentioned are a federal dry dock in Vancouver, the BCRIC, and the E & N Railway appeal. 5 January 1978. [TRACK 2: blank.]

CALL NUMBER: T1707:0094 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Hal Leiren RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-12-20 SUMMARY: In an interview with Hal Leiren, Premier Bill Bennett reviews his administration's accomplishments and talks about future prospects for BC. Among the issues discussed are the economy, education, unemployment, industry, transportation, national unity, French language education, Bennett's political aspirations, and labour relations. 20 December 1977. NOTE: TRANSCRIPT ONLY. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0095 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Speech to Roadbuilders Association RECORDED: Vancouver (B.C.), 1978-04-25 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett's speech to the BC Roadbuilders Association, Vancouver 25 April 1978. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0096 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference on E&N Railway RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-17 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett at a news conference on the proposed cancellation of E & N Railway passenger service, 17 May 1978. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0097 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference on trip to Alaska RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-31 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett news conference following his two-day trip to Anchorage, Alaska, during which he met with Alaska Governor Hammond. Their talks dealt particularly with rail transportation. 31 May 1978. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0098 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Reaction to constitutional proposals RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-06-12 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: In a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett discusses his government's reaction to the federal government's constitutional amendment proposals, 12 June 1978. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0099 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Speech to social credit convention RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-06-17 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: Premier Bill Bennett's speech to the Social Credit Party's north shore "mini-convention", 17 June 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0100 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Reaction to report on electoral redistribution RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-06-21 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett reacts to the interim report on electoral redistribution by Judge Lawrence Eckardt. Bennett indicates that the recommendations for new political boundaries will be accepted without amendment and that legislation will be introduced shortly. [TRACK 2: blank?] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0101 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: Interviewed by Sun reporter Neale Adams RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-06-23 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Vancouver Sun reporter Neale Adams, 23 June 1978. CALL NUMBER: T1707:0102 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: BC's response to federal constitutional proposals RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-06-27 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: At a news conference, Premier Bill Bennett discusses BC's response to the federal proposals for constitutional reform, 27 June 1978. [TRACK 2: blank?] CALL NUMBER: T1707:0103 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett: News conference with Idaho Governor Evans RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07-06 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett and Idaho Governor John Evans at a news conference, following their meeting to discuss the possibility of energy exchanges, 6 July 1978. [TRACK 2: blank.]

The item consists of various audio recordings with Premier Bill Bennett in 1978.

T3859:0009: Bennett interviewed by Tony McGregor and Marlaina Gale recorded 1978-12-14

T3859:0010: Bill Bennett interviewed on the Gary Bannerman show, CKNW, recorded 1978-12-19

T3859:0011: Bill Bennett interviewed by the Canadian Press, recorded 1978-12-20

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0059 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Press conference on federal budget, "dirty tricks", etc. (tape 1) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-12-12 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at press conference -- comments regarding federal budget reaction, $1,000 bill, dirty tricks, etc.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0060 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Press conference on federal budget, "dirty tricks", etc. (tape 2) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-12-12 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett press conference -- dirty tricks (continued).; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0061 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : On Dan Campbell's resignation RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-12-14 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett accepts Dan Campbell's resignation.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0062 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Dan Campbell : Press statement RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-12-17 SUMMARY: Dan Campbell press statement (on his resignation).; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0063 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Vancouver Sun interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-12-19 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by P. Nicholson and Edie Austin of the Vancouver Sun.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0064 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : LaVerty and Kennedy interview(s) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-12-19 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Charles LaVerty and Brian Kennedy [in the?] Premier's Office.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0065 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Victoria Times and Selkirk Press interviews RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-12-19 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Jake Banke of the Times. TRACK 2: Bennett is interviewed by Kim Heskich, Selkirk.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0073 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-02-04 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett press conference.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0074 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Joe Easingwood (CJVI) : On Bennett statement re: gas line to the island RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-02-05 SUMMARY: Joe Easingwood, CJVI, makes favourable comments regarding Premier Bill Bennett's election statement on a natural gas line to Vancouver Island.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0075 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Uranium moratorium press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-02-27 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett -- press conference on uranium moratorium.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0076 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Press conference on throne speech RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-02-29 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett -- press conference on throne speech.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0021 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : News conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-02-01 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's news conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0022 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : David McCormick interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-02-06 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by David McCormick. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0023 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : First Ministers' Conference press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-02-08 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at press conference, First Ministers' Conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0024 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Social Credit bash RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-02-10 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at Social Credit bash. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0025 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : BC Tel response RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-02-14 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's response to BC Tel situation. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0026 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : News conference RECORDED: Vancouver (B.C.), 1979-03-01 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's news conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0027 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Press conference on throne speech RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-03-22 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's press conference on the throne speech. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0028 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Western Premiers' press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-03-26 & 27 SUMMARY: Western Premiers' press conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0012 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : On proposed MacMillan Bloedel takeover RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-01-09 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett discusses CPR's proposed takeover of MacMillan Bloedel.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0013 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Speech to truck loggers RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-01-17 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett addresses truck loggers.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0014 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Bill Bennett : Speech to Chamber of Mines RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-01-19 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's speech to Chamber of Mines. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0015 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Press conference and speech RECORDED: Duncan (B.C.), 1979-01-20 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Press conference. NOTE: Transcript on file. TRACK 2: Premier Bill Bennett speech. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0016 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Speech to truck loggers RECORDED: Powell River (B.C.), 1979-01-21 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett speech. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0017 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Vancouver Board of Trade address RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-01-22 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett addresses Board of Trade. NOTE: Transcript on file. TRACK 2: Premier Bill Bennett addresses Vancouver Board of Trade. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0018 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Alex Fraser RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-01-24 SUMMARY: Alex Fraser speaks [topic unidentified].; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0019 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Ombudsman announcement RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-01-30 SUMMARY: Ombudsman announcement.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0020 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-01-31 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett interview. NOTE: Transcript on file.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0066 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Gary Bannerman show (CKNW) and BCTV -- Eckhardt statement RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-01-09 & 11 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett on Gary Bannerman re: $200 million mortgage plan. TRACK 2: Premier Bill Bennett on BCTV -- Eckardt statement.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0067 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Allen Garr interview on mortgage housing program RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-01-10 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Allen Garr [of the Province?] re: mortgage housing program.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0068 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Evan Wolfe : Eckardt report press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-01-16 SUMMARY: Evan Wolfe press conference on the Eckardt report.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0069 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : speech to sales/marketing execs ; Press conference on Gov. Ray visit RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-01-17 & 21 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett's speech to sales and marketing executives. TRACK 2: Bennett press conference on visit by Governor Dixy Lee Ray of Washington.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0070 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Victoria Times interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-01-22 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Stu Underhill of the Victoria Times.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0071 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : BC Place Stadium announcement & press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-01-29 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett announces BC Place, Vancouver. TRACK 2: Press conference on BC Place.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0072 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Seattle Post-Intelligencer and Sacramento Bee interviews RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-01-31 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Joel Connelly of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer and Steve Green of the Sacremento Bee.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0042 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Radio-Canada interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-07-04 SUMMARY: Premier Bennett is interviewed by Laurier LaPierre for Radio-Canada.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0043 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Sessional wrap-up press conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-08-01 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett press conference -- sessional wrap-up. NOTE: Transcript on file.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0044 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Montreal Star interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-08-28 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Claude Arpin of the Montreal Star. NOTE: Transcript on file.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0001 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : News conference with Governor Judge (Montana) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07-28 SUMMARY: News conference with Premier Bill Bennett and Governor Thomas Judge of Montana.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0002 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : statement RECORDED: Terrace (B.C.), 1978-11-03 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett - statement. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0003 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : News conference about First Ministers' Conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-11-03 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at news conference regarding First Ministers' constitutional conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0004 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Opening statement at First Ministers' Conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-11-27 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett's opening statements at First Ministers' conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0005 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : On cabinet shuffle RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-12-04 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett discusses the cabinet shuffle.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0006 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : News conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-12-06 SUMMARY: News conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0007 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : News conference with Allan Williams RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-12-07 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett and Allan Williams -- news conference. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0008 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Year-end interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-12-14 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett in year-end interview. NOTE: Transcript on file.;

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: T3859:0077 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Barrie Clark show, CKNW RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-03-03 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the Barrie Clark show, CKNW.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0078 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Halifax Herald interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-03-11 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by W.H. Shea, editor of the Halifax Herald.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0079 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : "Pacific Report" Interview, CBC Vancouver RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-03-12 SUMMARY: Interview on "Pacific Report", CBC.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0080 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Gary Bannerman show, CKNW RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-03-12 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the Gary Bannerman show, CKNW.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0081 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : John Reynolds show, CJOR RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-03-17 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett interview on the John Reynolds program.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0082 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Toronto Star interview RECORDED: [location unknown], 1980-03-18 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett is interviewed by Val Soars of the Toronto Star.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0083 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Victoria Chamber of Commerce speech RECORDED: Victoria (B.C.), 1980-03-19 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett -- speech to the Victoria Chamber of Commerce.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0029 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : John Reynolds show, CJOR (tape 1) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-03-28 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the John Reynolds show.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0030 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : John Reynolds show, CJOR (tape 2) RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-03-29 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the John Reynolds show. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0031 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Gary Bannerman show, CKNW RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-04-03 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on the Gary Bannerman show. NOTE: Transcript on file.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0032 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Announces 1979 provincial election RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-04-03 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Premier Bill Bennett announces election. TRACK 2: Bennett press conference re: election on May 10.; CALL NUMBER: T3859:0033 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : Social Credit convention dinner speech RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-04-07 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett speech at Social Credit convention dinner. NOTE: Transcript on file.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0040 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : On fisheries negotiations RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-05-31 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett on fisheries negotiations disclosure.;

CALL NUMBER: T3859:0041 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Bill Bennett : BCRIC news conference RECORDED: [location unknown], 1979-06-12 SUMMARY: Premier Bill Bennett at a news conference on the BC Resources Investment Corporation.;

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.