SUMMARY: An unidentified speaker [Chester Ronning?] talks about Asia, particularly China and the current civil war there. [Side 2 of both discs: blank.];

Series consists of records that reflect the public life of Scott Wallace during his tenure as leader of the Progressive Conservative party in British Columbia, 1973-1977. The records deal primarily with the public issues with which Wallace was involved and contain very limited references to party administration and activities.

The fonds consists of the personal and professional records of Einar Maynard Gunderson between 1899 and 1980. They include biographical notes, personal correspondence, music programs and business and financial papers. The fonds also includes professional records from his various roles including Finance Minister for the Social Credit Government, the Vice President for Pacific Great Eastern Railway, and as a member of the Vancouver Board of Trade. There is also a large assortment of family and professional photos.

RECORDED: [location unknown], [195-?-1970? SUMMARY: This tape contains: a 1968 address by Nesta Ashworth; songs; a 1970 greeting from Nesta Ashworth; and an address by Rev. Peter Collins.;

The series consists of film and videos of government documentaries, television advertisements, and other promotional material from the period of 1980 to 1986. The Ministry of Government Services' Government Information Services (GIS) was the centralized government agency for producing audio-video programs for all ministries and JEM Productions was contracted by the GIS to shoot and edit various programs.

This series represents provincial government functions and events representing various regions of British Columbia, including the lower mainland, Peace River and Okanagan regions.

The records consist of 10 videos and 1 film comprising current government initiatives and accomplishments; coal mining and dam developments; BC Place and BC Transit development; a 1986 premier's address; and development of the Coquihalla highway.

1. Premier's Report 1986. (1" video reel.)
2. Partners in enterprise - television ads. (3/4" U-matic videocassette.)
3. Coquihalla in 20 months through the mountains. (1" video reel.)
4. BC Pavilion. (1" video reel.)
5. Take a giant step. (1" video reel. 4 min. promotions in English, French and Japanese.)
6. BC Reports - various programs. (1" video reel.) - NE coal - Best of bad times - Education - the challenge/opportunity - A forest for all seasons
7. BC Reports - various programs. (1" video reel.) - #5 The right kind of help - #8 Health care - the first priority - #10 The planning pays off - #13 Transit & transition - Bill Bennett speech
8. BC Reports - various programs. (1" video reel.) - #1 Food for thought - #316 BC open for business - #12 Reality of restraint
9. Partners in enterprise - promotion. (1" video reel.)
10. Stop the hearings start the dam. [AKA Fort St. John Site C rally] (3/4" U-matic videocassette.)
11. Light rapid transit for Greater Vancouver. (16 mm film reel)

CALL NUMBER: SD0141:0010 side 1 item 02 SUMMARY: Herbert Anscomb, recorded in 1960, reads the script of his 1950 address to the Legislative Assembly of Newfoundland.;

CALL NUMBER: SD0141:0010 side 2 item 01 SUMMARY: Conclusion of speech.;

CALL NUMBER: SD0141:0007 side 1 SUMMARY: Script of 1928 speech, read by Mr. Anscomb in 1960; includes introduction by unidentified woman (possibly Mrs. Anscomb?).;

CALL NUMBER: SD0141:0007 side 2 item 01 SUMMARY: Conclusion of St. George's Day banquet speech.;

SUMMARY: Herbert Anscomb, recorded in 1960, reads his 1933 St. George's Day banquet speech. Continued on SD0141:0011.;

SUMMARY: SIDE 1 & 2: Herbert Anscomb, recorded in 1960, reads his 1933 St. George's Day banquet speech. Continues from SD0141:0010 side 2 item 02.;

SUMMARY: Script of 1947 speech, read by Herbert Anscomb in 1960. Continued on SD0141:0008 - 0010.;

SUMMARY: Script of 1947 speech, read by Herbert Anscomb in 1960. Continued from SD0141:0008 - 0009.;

SUMMARY: Script of 1947 speech, read by Herbert Anscomb in 1960. Continued from SD0141:0007; continues on SD0141:0010 side 1.;

The collection consists of recordings of CJVI and CKWX radio station programs and advertising, including speeches read by Herbert Anscomb in 1960 (but originally given in 1928-1952); Grey Cup Festival, 1955; funeral of King George VI, 1952; speeches by Winston Churchill; readings and songs by Ken Spicer.

SUMMARY: The Right Honourable John Diefenbaker, M.P., former Prime Minister of Canada, speaks at the testimonial dinner in honour of Senator Art Laing, September 6, 1974, Vancouver, B.C.;

CALL NUMBER: T1982:0006 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): John McCreary : Sir William Osler memorial lecture (tape 1) RECORDED: Vancouver (B.C.), 1976-03-18 SUMMARY: TRACK 1: Sir William Osler Memorial Dinner and Lecture, Devonshire Hotel, Vancouver, 18-Mar-1976. Introductions by head table. Choosing of four "Prince of Good Fellows" from floor. Introductions and testimonials for candidates. TRACK 2: Beginning of Dr. John McCreary's lecture, "Health Care Possibilities", about public health initiatives in Third World and Communist countries.

CALL NUMBER: T1982:0007 SUPPLIED TITLE OF TAPE(S): John McCreary : Sir William Osler memorial lecture (tape 2) RECORDED: Vancouver (B.C.), 1976-03-18 SUMMARY: TRACK 1 & 2: Continuation of Dr. John McCreary's lecture, "Health Care Possibilities", with Dr. George Szaz reading from Dr. McCreary's manuscript.

The series consists of records created or used by Einar Maynard Gunderson between 1940 and 1980. They relate to his time as Minister of Finance for the Social Credit Government; Vice President for Pacific Great Eastern Railway, as well as Trade Minister for the Vancouver Board of Trade. The records include speeches he gave in numerous roles in both Canada and overseas; itineraries, photographs, negatives and ephemera from a trade mission to Japan, and as part of the Canadian Pacific Airlines' inaugural flight to Lima, a large scrap book containing newspaper clippings about the Pacific Great Eastern Railway; and a document with a seal appointing Gunderson to the post of Finance Minister in 1952.

SUMMARY: Speech by Ray Atherton, United States Ambassador to Canada, at meeting of the Vancouver Board of Trade, about: World War II, recent events and the prospects of end of war; Pacific Coast, its future; international relations between Canada and United States; Vancouver, its future. Includes introduction and closing by unidentified speakers.

The collection consists of an incomplete set of copies of the Speech from the Throne, created between 1872 and 2024. The collection was made by the BC Archives using copies of the speeches, including red-ribbon copies, drawn together from various government office sources.

The Speech from the Throne is given by the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia who addresses the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia at its opening and/or closing sessions. The speech outlines the executive government's plans at the start of each session of the Legislative Assembly and reviews the accomplishments of the government at the end of each session.

SUMMARY: Speeches recorded 1947-08-09 by Aragon Recording, and possibly broadcast on CKMO.;

SUMMARY: Reports by Bill Herbert (for the radio programs "Canadian Chronicle" and "CBC News Roundup") about spring congregation at the University of British Columbia, including part of the ceremony awarding an honourary degree to Viscount Alexander of Tunis, Governor General of Canada, and part of a speech by Viscount Alexander.

SUMMARY: Radio coverage of visit by Viscount Alexander, Governor General of Canada, to Vancouver, with reporters Bill Herbert, Dennis Sweeting and Marce Munro. Includes singing and dancing by British Columbia Indians; part of speech by Viscount Alexander (to native people of British Columbia) about: World War II, investiture of medals, heroism and native people, and British Columbia; Viscount Alexander being made "honorary chief of Pacific Coast Indians".

SUMMARY: Former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill speaks in the United States.;