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Commission on the Overseas Vote in Connection With the British Columbia Prohibition Act (1917)

  • GR-0870
  • Series
  • 1917

The series consists of the records of the Commission on the Overseas Vote in Connection With the British Columbia Prohibition Act, 1917. Commission records include transcripts of proceedings for the eleven days of hearings in London during June and July 1917.

British Columbia. Commission on the Overseas Vote in Connection With the British Columbia Prohibition Act (1917)

Commission Regarding Campaign Funds (1927)

  • GR-0872
  • Series
  • 1927

This series consists of the records of the Commission Regarding Campaign Funds, 1927. Commission records consist of correspondence, proceedings, exhibits and the report in which the commissioners stated that they found no evidence to support the charges.

British Columbia. Commission Regarding Campaign Funds (1927)

Lloyd Johnstone interview

CALL NUMBER: T3125:0001 track 1 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Early settlers near Terrace, B.C. and the growth of Terrace, 1907-1977 PERIOD COVERED: 1907-1977 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-09-29 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Lloyd Melrose Johnstone (Mayor, businessman, pilot, Armed Forces, forest industry) was born in Prince Rupert in January, 1916. Arrived in Terrace a few weeks later. Talks about father and the railway. Settling at Lakelse. Father pre-empted the hot springs in 1907. Built lodge at Lakelse as a road-house. Describes what a pre-emption is and how to obtain it. Describes the clientele at the hot springs. Talks about a specific case, Shorty Haven from the Yukon and the 1920s. In 1928 during the days of the Prohibition, Al Capone and three henchmen visit the hot springs disguised as priests.; Prior to building the railway in 1912, the mail came via the Kitimat Trail. He describes some of the mail stops and the routes, also a mail carrier named Burns after whom Burns Lake was named. Talks about Dominion Government Fish Hatchery. Settlement of native people and a few trappers. Names types of animals trapped. Talks about the "interdict" list and natives. Boats on the lake in 1920. First plane on lake in 1929. TRACK 2: Lloyd talks about school days from 1921 onward. His first contract hauling cedar poles in 1937. In 1941 he joined the services. Speaks about the future of cedar poles; Talks about the Depression in Terrace and its affect on residents. Continues to discuss the growth of Terrace after the war years right up to the present (1977).;

CALL NUMBER: T3125:0001 track 2 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Early settlers near Terrace, B.C. and the growth of Terrace, 1907-1977 PERIOD COVERED: 1907-1977 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-09-29 SUMMARY: Lloyd talks about school days from 1921 onward. His first contract hauling cedar poles in 1937. In 1941 he joined the Services. Speaks about the future of cedar poles. Talks about the Depression in Terrace and its affect on residents. Continues to discuss the growth of Terrace after the war years right up to the present (1977).;

Liquor Inquiry Commission

  • GR-0560
  • Series
  • 1969-1970

This series consists of the records of the Liquor Inquiry Commission, 1969-1970. Records include proceedings, transcripts, submissions, correspondence, reference and research materials and the commission report. The series is divided into the following subseries: evidence presented at hearings; secretary's correspondence; briefs; commission correspondence; miscellany; and reports.

British Columbia. Liquor Inquiry Commission

Deputy minister of the Ministry of Consumer and Corporate Affairs files

  • GR-4164
  • Series
  • 1976-1978

Series consists of subject files of the deputy minister of the Ministry of Consumer and Corporate Affairs. The records were created by Tex Enemark when he was deputy minister between 1976 and 1978.The records relate to laws administered by the ministry, liquor policy, ministry units including the Liquor Distribution Branch, speeches and meetings.

The files were not transferred in any specific order and an archivist arranged the files by subject. One file has the original file classification written on the file folder. Other files appear to contain documents with different file classifications that may have been removed from multiple files by the creator and placed in subject files.

British Columbia. Ministry of Consumer and Corporate Affairs

Ralph Loffmark interview

CALL NUMBER: T3093:0001 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Early life and education PERIOD COVERED: 1920-1960 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Ralph Loffmark discusses: his family background; his early life in the interior of B.C.; his education in Chase, B.C., Kamloops, B.C., at the University of B.C., and at the University of Toronto; his election to the student council at the University of Toronto as athletic director; and his enlistment in the Canadian army. TRACK 2: Ralph Loffmark discusses: his service in the armed forces, his close encounters with death; his first experience with a conscious political policy; his law and business education experiences as a veteran; his first employment as a lawyer; his interests in accountancy; teaching commerce at UBC; his experience writing in areas of the law and commerce; his first interests in politics. CALL NUMBER: T3093:0002 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Loffmark's first election and some of his political ideas PERIOD COVERED: 1950-1963 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Ralph Loffmark discusses: his first exposure to politics; his entry into politics as a Social Credit candidate in 1963; the 1963 election campaign; his perceptions of the Social Credit Party at that time; his concern over the state of roads in B.C. during that period. TRACK 2: Ralph Loffmark discusses the expropriation of B.C. Electric as a major issue in the1963 provincial election; the nature of the Social Credit membership in Point Grey; the nature of nomination and candidacy procedure; dams on the Peace and Columbia Rivers; the crippling effects of cost overruns in government projects; some of his perceptions about the political parties in B.C.; and his primary occupational objectives. CALL NUMBER: T3093:0003 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Being elected and joining the cabinet PERIOD COVERED: 1963-1968 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Loffmark discusses: the role of the backbencher in the legislature; joining the cabinet as Minister of Industrial Development, Trade and Commerce in 1964; attempts at influencing cabinet ministers; his priorities as a cabinet minister; and transportation problems in Canada. TRACK 2: Loffmark discusses: Canadian freight rates; trade promotion activities; Japanese business connections; contrasts between doing business with Japan and India; his appointment to Treasury Board; the duties of Treasury Board; and inter-departmental relations. CALL NUMBER: T3093:0004 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Minister of Trade and Commerce PERIOD COVERED: 1964-1968 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Loffmark discusses: the development of the Bank of British Columbia; the run on B.C. bonds after the expropriation of B.C. Electric; the opportunities for tax reductions open to a business man; foreign investment in B.C.; secondary industries in B.C.; the poor state of dominion-provincial relations; B.C. separatism; the contention over the adequacy of Vancouver harbour; the possible over-production of pulp and paper. TRACK 2: Loffmark discusses: the redistribution of seats prior to the 1966 provincial election; the 1966 election campaign in Vancouver South; his travels on trade missions; joint American-Canadian development around the area of the Alaskan Panhandle. CALL NUMBER: T3093:0005 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Minister of Health PERIOD COVERED: 1964-1972 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Loffmark discusses: his move from the Ministry of Trade and Industry to Health; Phil Gaglardi's removal as Minister of Highways and its effect on the Social Credit Party; the problems he perceived in the field of health; his priorities as Health minister; the ban on liquor and tobacco advertising; the death penalty for persistent drug traffickers; the operation of government liquor stores; the debate over pollution control; the necessity to maintain some kind of control over doctors who were abusing medicare; Scott Wallace's position in the Social Credit Party; and pharmacare and dentacare. TRACK 2: Loffmark discusses: dentacare and pharmacare; the publishing of doctors' earnings; the resource development vs. social services debate; the Clearwater incident; B.C. government efforts to fight heroin addiction; the government's power to allow certain doctors to use hospital facilities; the effects of Scott Wallace's crossing the floor; and the 1972 provincial election. CALL NUMBER: T3093:0006 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Health care and some general political perceptions PERIOD COVERED: 1964-1972 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Loffmark discusses: the 1972 election; the Dease Lake railway extension; his major accomplishments as Minister of Health; his decision to retire from politics; his impressions of politics in general and of the party system; his relationship with W.A.C. Bennett; and cabinet meetings. TRACK 2: Ralph Loffmark discusses the timing of elections; the nature of the relationship between the civil service and the government; decision-making in his ministries; all-night sittings of the Legislature; his relationship with the press; government-organized group relations; opposition party unity; the effectiveness of opposition parties; and his perception of persons in the opposition parties. CALL NUMBER: T3093:0007 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Some general political perceptions PERIOD COVERED: 1964-1978 RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-07 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Loffmark discusses: his views on the Dease Lake railway extension; cost reductions in health care; the home medical care scheme; his present activities; religion in politics; the effectiveness of a good political leader; the role of an MLA; the reasons behind W.A.C. Bennett's success; the Social Credit party as a coalition; reforms in the procedure of the House; the nature of the makeup of the Social Credit government; the nature of Social Credit policy-making; the proper functions of government; the rise of administrative tribunals; the decline of the Legislature. [TRACK 2: blank; end of interview]

Commission on Fort Steele Liquor Licences (1902)

  • GR-0732
  • Series
  • 1902

This series consists of the records of the Inquiry into the Administration of the Liquor Licence Act, 1900 in the Fort Steele Licence District. Records include the report of Commissioner William H. Bullock Webster and transcripts of evidence.

British Columbia. Inquiry into the Administration of the Liquor Licence Act, 1900 in the Fort Steele Licence District

Act regulating importation of spirituous liquors

  • GR-0771
  • Series
  • 1850

Colony of Vancouver Island Act regulating importation of spirituous liquors, dated 13 May 1850.

Vancouver Island (Colony). Governor (1849-1851 : Blanshard)

Provincial Police records related to the Club Regulations Act

  • GR-0095
  • Series
  • 1909-1917

The series consists of records created by the British Columbia Provincial Police between 1909 and 1917 relating to the enforcement of the Clubs Regulation Act, 1909. The records include the following:
Box 1: correspondence re applications for licenses, 1909-1910
Box 2: applications, reports, etc., 1912-1916
Box 3: correspondence, Dec 1916 - Jan 1917
Box 4: register of applications, 1909-1916.

British Columbia. Provincial Police Force

Liquor license correspondence file

  • GR-0110
  • Series
  • 1900

The file consists of British Columbia Provincial Police correspondence re application for liquor licence of R. Cunningham, Port Essington, B.C., 1900.

British Columbia. Provincial Police Force

Rafe Mair, Minister of Consumer and Corporate Affairs : [press conferences, etc., 1977]

CALL NUMBER: T1280:0001 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: News conference on rent controls and consumer protection RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-02 & 03 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Consumer and Corporate Affairs Minister Rafe Mair discusses the possibility of removing rent controls, 1977-02-10. TRACK 2: Mair discusses amendments to the Consumer Protection Act, including tougher regulations for income tax rebaters, 1977-03-10. CALL NUMBER: T1280:0002 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: News conference on Ben Ginter and tax buyers RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-03 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Rafe Mair says he has nothing to do with Ben Ginter, 1977-03-16. TRACK 2: Mair announces the coming into force of the amendments to the Consumer Protection Act dealing with tax rebaters, 1977-03-25. CALL NUMBER: T1280:0003 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: News conference on travel industry and car dealers RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-03 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Rafe Mair announces changes in the registration requirements for the travel industry, 1977-03-28. TRACK 2: Mair discusses the proposed Motor Vehicle Dealers Registration Act, 1977-03-29. CALL NUMBER: T1280:0004 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: News conference on liquor laws and rent controls RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-03 & 04 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Rafe Mair announces B.C.'s new liquor regulations, 1977-03-31. TRACK 2: Mair says that rent controls will probably be phased out before the end of the year, 1977-04-04. CALL NUMBER: T1280:0005 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: News conference about the new auto dealer regulations RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-04-04 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Rafe Mair introduces legislation covering automobile dealers, 1977-04-04. [TRACK 2: blank.] CALL NUMBER: T1280:0006 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: On the Vancouver stocks and landlord and tenant act RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-04 & 05 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Rafe Mair discusses the problems of the Vancouver Stock Exchange, 1977-04-13. Also: Mair on the possibility of hotels coming under the jurisdiction of the Rentalsman. TRACK 2: Mair on changes to the Landlord and Tenant Act and the liquor regulations, 1977-05-31. CALL NUMBER: T1280:0007 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: On liquor and commodities contracts RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-06-29 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Rafe Mair on liquor costs and South African wines, 1977-06-29. TRACK 2: Mair discusses proposed Commodities Contracts Act, 1977-06-29. CALL NUMBER: T1280:0008 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Rafe Mair: Landlor and tenant legislation, decontrolling rents RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-08-17 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Rafe Mair and his deputy minister, Tex Enemark, comment on new Landlord and Tenant legislation which gives the government the power to de-control rents. The new act also gives additional powers to landlords. Mair expects that controls will begin to be lifted by the end of 1977. Enemark says that controls will be lifted incrementally according to the level of the rent, as well as depending on the vacancy rate in certain areas. 1977-08-17. [TRACK 2: blank.]

Bill Bennett : [press conference, January 9, 1979]

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.]

Webster! : 1987-04-09

Public affairs. Jack Webster's popular weekday morning talk show. Guests and topics for this episode are: Jack starts the show with Michel Côté, Federal Minister of Regional Industrial Expansion. They discuss Western alienation, the General Motors bail-out, and regional disparity. Jack then speaks with John Jansen, Chair of the Liquor Policy Review Board and MLA for Chilliwack, about proposed changes to liquor laws, privatization, neighbourhood pubs, the cost of rehabilitating alcoholics. To close the show, the first “Best of Webster” with guest David Frost from November 28, 1985.

Liquor Control Board inspector files

  • GR-0052
  • Series
  • 1931-1955

The series consists of Liquor Control Board inspector files relating to inspections of hotels and other licenced facilities throughout the province. The files were created and maintained by the Liquor Control Board in the Victoria office between 1931 and 1955 and are arranged by file number.

Each file refers to a specific hotel or licenced facility and contains memos, correspondence, inspector reports and follow up reports, names of staff and a list of licence holders. There may also be police reports and other reports concerning licence infractions. Some files have sketches and plans for renovation or expansion and the occasional file may have a photograph.

There are three runs of files: classification prefix 121 for hotels and bars; classification prefix 122 for clubs and classification prefix 123 for Legions. Files 121/1 to 121/114 are missing from the series. In addition there are occasional gaps in the file run, with some files missing completely and others cross referenced to a dead file drawer. The location of the records in the dead file drawer is unknown.

British Columbia. Liquor Control Board

Liquor control and licensing illegal activities case files

  • GR-4047
  • Series
  • 1981 - 2010

The series consists of illegal activities case files created by the Liquor Control and Licensing branch, Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. The records document the investigation of illegal activities in the distribution and sale of alcohol in the Province. Records relate to conducting enforcement investigations and inquiries into illegal activities taking place in a licensed premises or by manufacturers or their agents, pertaining to the illegal manufacture, sale, purchase or smuggling of illicit liquor in the province. Enforcement actions (e.g., liquor seizures) may be carried out by the Branch or other law enforcement agencies on behalf of the Branch in accordance with the Liquor Control and Licensing Act (RSBC 1996, c. 267) and Regulations (BC Reg. 244/2002), the Judicial Review Procedure Act (RSBC 1996, c.242), and subsequent legislation governing the operational responsibilities and functions of the creating agency.
Illicit liquor includes liquor that has been smuggled from other provinces, the United States or other international locations; liquor that has not been purchased, sold or kept in compliance with the Liquor Control and Licensing Act and Regulations as well as the terms and conditions of the licence; adulterated or watered down liquor; sale of personal use or illegally manufactured liquor including sale of U-brew, U-vin products, home distilled or home fermented liquor; and use of medicinal, confectionary, culinary, or other concoctions containing alcohol but not intended for consumption (e.g., Chinese cooking wines, mouthwashes and aftershave lotions).

A few of the records document the research and evaluation of current issues that affect the sale or production of liquor products such as rural agency stores, unlicensed motor vessels, fishing lodges and aboriginal affairs. Records may also contain information pertaining to alcohol-related incidents of special significance or importance to liquor control and licensing (e.g., death as a result of alcohol consumption) which may have influence over policy. Additionally, a few files relate to licensed manufacturers of beer, wine and spirits pursuant to the Liquor Control and Licensing Act (RSBC 1996, c.267, ss. 12, 15, 55, 56, 57 and 58). Manufacturers must be licensed to produce distilled spirits, wine, beer or cider. The records were created between 1981 and 2010 in British Columbia.

The records are arranged by the name of the establishment under investigation for illegal activities. They include correspondence, memoranda, reports, news clippings and legal documents, copies of coroner’s inquiries and coroner’s reports, policy reviews, research materials, licences, applications, renewal forms, and reports. The records are classified as illegal activities case files (71800-20) under the Liquor Control and Licensing ORCS (schedule 111801), published in 2006. Some records are classified as issues and topics of interest (70100-20) and policy and procedures files (73400-00).

British Columbia. Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General

Vancouver Island liquor license receipt book

  • GR-4248
  • Series
  • 1867

This series consists of one receipt stub book for liquor licenses sold by the Colony of Vancouver Island in 1867. The stubs list the number of the licence, date, name of the applicant, and the amount paid. Only a portion of the book has been used.

Vancouver Island (Colony)

Policy administration manual and other material

  • GR-0620
  • Series
  • ca. 1930-1940

This series consists of a manual containing memoranda, correspondence and forms pertaining to the administration of policy by officials in the Provincial Secretary's Department, 1940-1950.

British Columbia. Dept. of the Provincial Secretary

Yale District Licensing Court records

  • GR-1822
  • Series
  • 1894-1899

Record book and supporting documents for Licensing Court for Yale District held at Osoyoos, 1894-1898. These records document applications and decisions for liquor licenses. The volume includes three loose pages covering licenses and petitions from 1897 to 1899.

British Columbia. Licensing Court (Osoyoos)

Gordon Gibson Jr. : [press conferences, etc., 1975 & 1977]

CALL NUMBER: T1769:0002 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Gordon Gibson Jr.: Comments on appointment of Royal Commision into BC Railway RECORDED: [location unknown], 1975-02-08 SUMMARY: Gordon Gibson Jr. comments on the appointment of a royal commission to investigate the operation of the BC Railway, 1975-02-08. CALL NUMBER: T1769:0003 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Gordon Gibson Jr.: Press conferences RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-02 & 03 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: BC Liberal Leader Gordon Gibson Jr. alleges that the government is having secret meetings with the coal industry and keeping information from the public, 1977-02-08. Gibson accuses Forests Minister Tom Waterland of threatening industry, 1977-02-17. Gibson criticizes Human Resources Minister Bill Vander Zalm for his treatment of the handicapped, 1977-03-28. Gibson comments on his three-hour filibuster to protest government handling of the Legislature, 1977-02-28. TRACK 2: Gibson questions the efficacy of the BC Development Corporation trying to have land removed from the Agricultural Land Reserve, 1977-03-02, and response from Economic Development Minister Don Phillips. CALL NUMBER: T1769:0004 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Gordon Gibson Jr.: Press conferences RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-04-05 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Gordon Gibson Jr. complains about being left off the Agriculture committee that will be investigating the food industry, 1977-04-05. TRACK 2: Gibson expresses concern about the future public costs of pensions, 1977-04-05. CALL NUMBER: T1769:0005 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Gordon Gibson Jr.: On government negotiations and unemployment RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-04-14 & 18 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Gordon Gibson Jr. condemns government inaction on unemployment, 1977-04-14. TRACK 2: Gibson comments on federal-provincial negotiations for rail and ferry transportation, 1977-04-18. CALL NUMBER: T1769:0006 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Gordon Gibson Jr.: Freedom of information and bikeways RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-06-23 & 1977-07-05 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Gordon Gibson Jr. comments on his Access to Information Act, introduced this date, 1977-06-23. TRACK 2: Gibson proposes that one percent of the Highways budget be set aside for bicycles, 1977-07-05. CALL NUMBER: T1769:0007 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Gordon Gibson Jr.: On ICBC advertising and BC Housing Corporation RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Gordon Gibson Jr. says that Education Minister Pat McGeer is guilty of patronage in awarding ICBC advertising contracts, 1977. Also: NDP MLA Charles Barber on the same topic. TRACK 2: Gibson accuses former BC Housing Corporation Chairman Werner Paulus of conflict of interest, 1977-07. CALL NUMBER: T1769:0008 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Gordon Gibson Jr.: On liquor ads and language rights RECORDED: [location unknown], 1977-07-14 & 26 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Gordon Gibson Jr. calls on the provincial government to run anti-alcohol advertising, 1977-07-14. TRACK 2: Gibson comments on the problem of minority language rights in British Columbia, 1977-07-26.

BC Radio News : [press conferences, interviews, speeches, etc., April-May 1978]

CALL NUMBER: T3860:0006 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Jack Davis ; Garde Gardom RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-04-28 SUMMARY: Davis on charges; Gardom announces charges.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0007 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Environment Minister Jim Neilsen RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-01 SUMMARY: Environment Minister Jim Neilsen on telegram from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on 2-4-D carcinogenicity.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0008 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): NDP house leader Bill King RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-01 SUMMARY: NDP floor leader Bill King on Fish and Wildlife memo restricting membership of employees in advocacy groups.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0009 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): NDP Recreation and Conservation critic Lorne Nicholson RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-01 SUMMARY: NDP Recreation and Conservation critic Lorne Nicolson on charges of misconduct by Omineca MLA Jack Kempf.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0010 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Consumer and Corporate Affairs minister Rafe Mair RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-03 SUMMARY: Commissioner and Corporate Affairs minister Rafe Mair on ad campaign for moderation in liquor consumption.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0011 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Highways minister Alex Fraser RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-04 SUMMARY: Highways minister Alex Fraser on report by former deputy minister Tom Miard on Highways ministry ferries.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0012 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Human Resources minister Bill Vander Zalm RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-04 SUMMARY: Human Resources minister Bill Vander Zalm on family service fee-for-service program.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0013 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): NDP Human Resources critic Rosemary Brown RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-04 SUMMARY: NDP Human Resources critic Rosemary Brown on plans to change fee-for-service program.; CALL NUMBER: T3860:0014 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): Senator Ray Perrault ; Sam Bawlf RECORDED: [location unknown], 1978-05-05 SUMMARY: Federal senate leader Ray Perrault on Inner Harbour and Ogden Point, "Exln" and various; BC Recreation and Conservation minister Sam Bawlf on meetings with Perrault.;

Alcohol Research and Education Council records

The records consist of correspondence, arranged alphabetically by subject and chronologically, mimeographed information, clippings, accounts, pamphlets, posters, minutebooks, government publications, maps, periodicals, and books. The correspondence arranged chronologically was separated from the correspondence filed according to subject and seem to be arranged in no particular order. It includes both inward and outward correspondence. Clippings are arranged by subject in six boxes. On August 25, 1915 a convention of temperance forces was held in Vancouver after the Premier, Sir Richard McBride, had decided to put the question of instituting prohibition of the sale of liquor as a war measure to a plebiscite of the electorate. Out of this Vancouver Convention came the formation of the British Columbia Prohibition Association [BCPA], otherwise known as the People's Prohibition Movement. A committee was set up on an ad hoc basis initially, with Mr. J. Rogers as President to mobilize support for prohibition and organize for the referendum McBride had decided to call. When it was announced that the anti-prohibitionists had won, the temperance forces charged that there had been serious irregularities in the soldiers' vote on the referendum. A Royal Commission was subsequently set up in 1917 to investigate these charges and it revealed that an overall majority of 3,875 were in favour of the Prohibition Act proposed by the referendum instead of the 800 majority originally tallied against it. As a result a Prohibition Act was passed by the Provincial assembly and became law on October 1, 1917. During the 1920s the Association carried on its activities under its executive secretary, W.G.W. Fortune, followed by Methodist minister, Rev. R.J. McIntyre, in 1925. At an executive meeting of the BC Prohibition Association on Nov. 27, 1933, a motion moved by Dr. Dobson was adopted by the Executive Committee which changed the name of the BCPA to the BC Temperance League. A constitution for the BC Temperance League was adopted by an executive meeting on Feb. 23, 1934, and this was formally approved on May 20, 1934 at the annual convention. The purpose of- the BC Temperance League was to be "the solution of the liquor problem in the interest of human welfare by evangelism, abstinence, education and legislation, having in view the ultimate elimination of the drink evil (Constitution, BCTL, adopted May 10, 1934). Almost a year after the Rev. McIntyre's retirement in May, 1947, the League appointed Rev. A.W. Small to carry on the work of executive secretary. On May 7, 1952, the Anglican Bishop Godfrey Gower was made the President of a new organization, the Alcohol Research Council, charged with the task of securing as large a vote as possible against the sale of liquor by the glass. In November 1952, the BC Temperance League and the Alcohol Research Council joined forces and became known as the BC Alcohol Research and Education Council, with A.W. Cowley appointed its first executive secretary.

Alcohol-Drug Education Service

Bill Bennett : [press conferences, interviews, speeches, etc., November 1977 - April 1978]

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.

William S. Lythgoe fonds

  • PR-2156
  • Fonds
  • [ca. 1940-1960]

The fonds consists of photographs of hotels, motels, public houses, bars, taverns, and saloons in all regions of British Columbia; the locations are predominantly rural areas and small towns. While focusing on the buildings, the photos also contain subjects which include: people, automobiles, parking lots, street scenes, bridges, and business establishments such as stores and restaurants. The photographs probably date from the 1940s and 1950s. The photographer(s) are not identified.

The photographs probably relate to Lythgoe's activities as an inspector for the B.C. Liquor Control Board. That body created beer license files which often contained photographs. The fonds also consists of a photocopy of a seven page key/index for the photos, broken down by regions of the province. However, the key has inaccuracies when compared against the photographs. There are annotations on the reverse side of some of the photographs, providing some historical information and description of the buildings.

Lythgoe, William Scott

University forum, [1949?] : part 1 & 2

SUMMARY: Students debate the topic: "Should our liquor laws be liberalized?" The panel consists of Norman Klenman, Ted Ashley, Sel Groves, and Irving Hare; the moderator is Miss Esme McDonald. [Spelling of nam;es has not been verified.];

John Tisdale interview

RECORDED: [location unknown], [ca. 1965] SUMMARY: Disenchanted with Liberals and Conservatives, John Tisdale became active in Social Credit, ca. 1951. Social Credit monetary theory; criticisms of government policy with respect to small businesses; Social Credit is innovative while NDP represents only one segment of society; alliance of Christian and governmental principles; comments on liquor administration; discussion of current state of morality in our society; praises W.A.C. Bennett.

Correspondence and other material

Correspondence, annual reports, minutes and financial papers; research files, reports, briefs and surveys produced by the association and dealing with alcohol and the community; published reports collected as reference materials.

The Greater Victoria Association on Alcoholism (GVAA) was established to educate members and initiate programs relating to alcoholism.

The records consist of correspondence, annual reports, minutes and financial records, research files, reports, briefs and surveys created and received by the Greater Victoria Association on Alcoholism.

Greater Victoria Association on Alcoholism

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