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Civic ceremonies, awards and special events series

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription157
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1919-2004
Collection/Fonds
Mayor's Office fonds
Description Level
Series
Scope and Content
Series contains records created by the Mayor’s Office during the Mayor’s participation in civic ceremonies, awards presentations, or other special events undertaken in or for the City of Burnaby. Records include: photographs, correspondence, memoranda, speeches, reports, newspaper clippings, progr…
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1919-2004
Collection/Fonds
Mayor's Office fonds
Series
Civic ceremonies, awards and special events series
Description Level
Series
Scope and Content
Series contains records created by the Mayor’s Office during the Mayor’s participation in civic ceremonies, awards presentations, or other special events undertaken in or for the City of Burnaby. Records include: photographs, correspondence, memoranda, speeches, reports, newspaper clippings, programmes, agendas, proclamations, plaques, itineraries, invitations, and ceremonial certificates and memorabilia. As the official representative for the citizens of Burnaby, the Mayor hosts and attends numerous ceremonies and special events throughout his/her term in office. Included in this series are records from events such as the 1984 and 1997 B. C. Summer Games, the 1992 Burnaby Centennial celebrations, and the 1971 Royal Visit from Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. During the course of these events, the City of Burnaby often is presented with ceremonial plaques, letters, or certificates that commemorate the special occasions and this material is included in the series. The Mayor is also responsible for seeing that awards are bestowed upon other deserving parties and ensures that achievements and special occasions are formally recognized by the City of Burnaby. Each year the Mayor presents the Kushiro Cup Award – which is named after Burnaby’s Sister City Kushiro, Japan – to an outstanding Burnaby resident and hosts such functions as municipal appreciation dinners. The records that are produced while carrying out these activities include criteria lists, resumes, correspondence, proclamations, and certificates.
Media Type
Textual Record
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Burnaby Board of Trade awards

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription97544
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of Terry Clark, from the Burnaby Board of Trade, posing with a trophy as promotion for the Board's annual awards night.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-2883
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of Terry Clark, from the Burnaby Board of Trade, posing with a trophy as promotion for the Board's annual awards night.
Subjects
Ceremonies - Awards
Organizations
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in an October 2000 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata: "Terry Clark, of the Burnaby Board of Trade, shows off one of the trophies that will be handed out to local businesses at its annual awards night on Wednesday."
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Fire fighters at memorial service for Mayor Bill Copeland

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription97393
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of fire fighters from Burnaby and the res of British Columbia in dress uniform, marching to the memorial service for former Mayor Bill Copeland at the Copeland Arena.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-2768
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of fire fighters from Burnaby and the res of British Columbia in dress uniform, marching to the memorial service for former Mayor Bill Copeland at the Copeland Arena.
Subjects
Ceremonies - Funerals
Officials - Mayors and Reeves
Occupations - Fire Fighters
Names
Copeland, William J.
Burnaby Fire Department
Bill Copeland Sports Centre
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a September 2002 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata: "Hundreds of firefighters from Burnaby and around the province march to the memorial service for former Burnaby mayor, and firefighter, Bill Copeland, held Friday at the arena that bears his name."
Geographic Access
Burnaby Lake Sports Complex
Kensington Avenue
Street Address
3676 Kensington Avenue
Historic Neighbourhood
Burnaby Lake (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Ardingley-Sprott Area
Images
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Lee Rankin at Remembrance Day ceremony

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription97714
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
Photograph of former City of Burnaby councillor Lee Rankin, holding a wreath, and an unidentified veteran during a Remembrance Day ceremony.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Description Level
Item
Record No.
535-2988
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
Photograph of former City of Burnaby councillor Lee Rankin, holding a wreath, and an unidentified veteran during a Remembrance Day ceremony.
Subjects
Officials - Aldermen and Councillors
Ceremonies
Events
Persons - Veterans
Names
Rankin, Lee A.
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
Collected by editorial for use in a November 2002 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
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Lougheed Mall community service award

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription96745
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
Photograph of Randy Delmonico, of the Burnaby Fire Department, presenting a plaque to Bonney Rempel and Clara Loh of Lougheed Mall in recognition of the mall's community service. The three people are standing under the curved glass roof of the mall and some stores are visible in the background.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Description Level
Item
Record No.
535-2344
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
Photograph of Randy Delmonico, of the Burnaby Fire Department, presenting a plaque to Bonney Rempel and Clara Loh of Lougheed Mall in recognition of the mall's community service. The three people are standing under the curved glass roof of the mall and some stores are visible in the background.
Subjects
Ceremonies - Awards
Buildings - Commercial - Malls
Names
Burnaby Fire Department
Lougheed Town Centre
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a May 2002 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata: "Bonney Rempel and Clara Loh, of Lougheed Mall, admire a plaque being presented to them by Randy Delmonico, of the Burnaby Fire Department. The award recognizes the Mall's community service."
Geographic Access
Austin Road
Street Address
9855 Austin Avenue
Historic Neighbourhood
Burquitlam (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Cameron Area
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Lunar New Year celebrations at Brentwood

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription96133
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2003]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of lions and ceremonies during Lunar New Year celebrations at Brentwood Town Centre.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2003]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-1830
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of lions and ceremonies during Lunar New Year celebrations at Brentwood Town Centre.
Subjects
Holidays - Chinese New Year
Buildings - Commercial - Malls
Ceremonies
Events
Names
Brentwood Shopping Centre
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a January 2003 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata for 535-1830-1: "A "Gold Lion" from the Yau King Moon Club welcomes the Year of the Goat at Brentwood Town Centre, on Saturday."
Caption from metadata for 535-1830-2: "Nika White adds her dab in the traditional "Dotting of the Lion's Eye" Ceremony at Chinese New Year celebrations, Saturday at Brentwood Town Centre."
Geographic Access
Lougheed Highway
Street Address
4567 Lougheed Highway
Planning Study Area
Brentwood Area
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Nikkei Festival

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription97431
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of the Nikkei Festival at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre. Photographs depict Mitsuko Ioharo performing a Chado, a Japanese tea ritual, and Sally Hama with one of the Osome paper dolls that she crafted.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2002]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-2791
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of the Nikkei Festival at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre. Photographs depict Mitsuko Ioharo performing a Chado, a Japanese tea ritual, and Sally Hama with one of the Osome paper dolls that she crafted.
Subjects
Buildings - Civic - Museums
Ceremonies
Arts
Events - Festivals
Names
Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a September 2002 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata for 535-2791-1: "Mitsuko Ioharo performs a Japanese tea ritual, or Chado, at the Nikkei Festival, Saturday at the Nikkei Cultural Centre, in Burnaby. Chado is a ritual developed centuries ago to meet man's need for inner tranquility."
Caption from metadata for 535-2791-2: "Sally Hama admires an "Osome," one of the Japanese paper dolls she's created, at the Nikkei Festival at Burnaby's Nikkei Cultural Centre. Each doll can take more than a month to create."
Geographic Access
Southoaks Crescent
Street Address
6688 Southoaks Crescent
Historic Neighbourhood
Edmonds (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Kingsway-Beresford Area
Images
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Obituary and memorial program for Ray Fleming

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription19013
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
2002
Collection/Fonds
Waplington family fonds
Description Level
File
Physical Description
3 p. of textual records
Scope and Content
File consists of a typewritten obituary and newspaper clipping of an obituary along with a memorial program for the Celebration of Life of Ray Fleming held at St. John's United Church, Sunshine Coast.
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Waplington family fonds
Series
Waplington and Fleming families album series
Description Level
File
Physical Description
3 p. of textual records
Scope and Content
File consists of a typewritten obituary and newspaper clipping of an obituary along with a memorial program for the Celebration of Life of Ray Fleming held at St. John's United Church, Sunshine Coast.
Subjects
Ceremonies - Funerals
Accession Code
BV016.46.174
Date
2002
Media Type
Textual Record
Scan Resolution
600
Scan Date
2023-01-06
Notes
Title based on contents of item
Document is part of Photograph album BV016.46.52
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Obituary for Frances Fleming

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription19016
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
2004
Collection/Fonds
Waplington family fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 p. of textual records
Scope and Content
Item consists of a printed copy of an obituary from the Times Colonist newspaper for Frances Fleming, published July 18, 2004.
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Waplington family fonds
Series
Waplington and Fleming families album series
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 p. of textual records
Scope and Content
Item consists of a printed copy of an obituary from the Times Colonist newspaper for Frances Fleming, published July 18, 2004.
Subjects
Ceremonies - Funerals
Names
Fleming, Frances "Fanny" Waplington
Accession Code
BV016.46.177
Date
2004
Media Type
Textual Record
Scan Resolution
600
Scan Date
2023-01-06
Notes
Title based on contents of item
Document is part of Photograph album BV016.46.52
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Remembrance Day in Confederation Park

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription95867
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
Photograph of a close-up of the North Burnaby cenotaph in Confederation Park, with two veterans in uniform standing in the background as part of a Remembrance Day ceremony.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Description Level
Item
Record No.
535-1667
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
Photograph of a close-up of the North Burnaby cenotaph in Confederation Park, with two veterans in uniform standing in the background as part of a Remembrance Day ceremony.
Subjects
Ceremonies
Persons - Veterans
Monuments - War Memorials
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a November 2000 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata: "Brian Simpson, who served in the engine room of the HMCS Sioux during the Korean War, and Reg O'Dell, a driving and drill instructor for the occupation forces in Germany in WWII, pause to reflect on fallen comrades, at the cenotaph in Confederation Park."
Geographic Access
Confederation Park
Willingdon Avenue
Street Address
250 Willingdon Avenue
Historic Neighbourhood
Capitol Hill (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Capitol Hill Area
Images
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Remembrance Day preparation at Alpha Secondary School

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription95864
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
Photograph of two high school students at Alpha Secondary School posing with large cut-out paper poppies. The poppies feature messages written by students as part of Remembrance Day ceremonies.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Description Level
Item
Record No.
535-1664
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
Photograph of two high school students at Alpha Secondary School posing with large cut-out paper poppies. The poppies feature messages written by students as part of Remembrance Day ceremonies.
Subjects
Persons - Students
Ceremonies
Names
Alpha Secondary School
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a November 2000 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata: "Annthonette Bernales and Molly Joeck helped organize Remembrance Day ceremonies at Alpha Secondary School, including a wall of poppies with messages of peace written by students."
Geographic Access
Parker Street
Street Address
4600 Parker Street
Planning Study Area
Brentwood Area
Images
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Simon Fraser University convocation

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription97540
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
6 photographs (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of fall convocation ceremonies at Simon Fraser University. Photographs depict graduands walking across the university campus and down the steps to Convocation Mall; portraits of unidentified graduands and others involved in the convocation; and Daniel Igali in an SFU Wrest…
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2000]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
6 photographs (tiff) : col.
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-2879
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of fall convocation ceremonies at Simon Fraser University. Photographs depict graduands walking across the university campus and down the steps to Convocation Mall; portraits of unidentified graduands and others involved in the convocation; and Daniel Igali in an SFU Wrestling shirt, holding up his Olympic gold medal.
Subjects
Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges
Persons - Students
Ceremonies
Events
Names
Simon Fraser University
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on contents of file
Collected by editorial for use in an October 2000 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Geographic Access
University Drive
Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Images
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Terry Fox coin unveiling ceremony

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription96555
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2005]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of the unveiling ceremony for the new Terry Fox dollar coin at Simon Fraser University. Photographs show the Vancouver Children's Choir singing underneath a projection of the coin, and Derek Wong holding up one of the coins in front of his face.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2005]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
2 photographs (tiff) : col.
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-2177
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of the unveiling ceremony for the new Terry Fox dollar coin at Simon Fraser University. Photographs show the Vancouver Children's Choir singing underneath a projection of the coin, and Derek Wong holding up one of the coins in front of his face.
Subjects
Events
Ceremonies
Organizations - Choirs
Names
Simon Fraser University
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a March 2005 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata for 535-2177-1: "The Vancouver Children's Choir sings at the unveiling of the new Terry Fox one dollar coin, Monday at Simon Fraser University."
Caption from metadata for 535-2177-2: "Derek Wong shows off one of the first Terry Fox one dollar coins following a ceremony to unveil the new coin Monday at Simon Fraser University."
Geographic Access
Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area
University Drive
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Images
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Tributes to their father by Jack Fleming, Edie Ehlers, Maureen Clayton

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription19014
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
2002
Collection/Fonds
Waplington family fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
11 p. of textual records
Scope and Content
Item consists of a copy of a transcript of tributes by the children of Frances L. Fleming and Ray Fleming to their father, Ray Fleming at his memorial February 18, 2002.
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Waplington family fonds
Series
Waplington and Fleming families album series
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
11 p. of textual records
Scope and Content
Item consists of a copy of a transcript of tributes by the children of Frances L. Fleming and Ray Fleming to their father, Ray Fleming at his memorial February 18, 2002.
Subjects
Ceremonies - Funerals
Accession Code
BV016.46.175
Date
2002
Media Type
Textual Record
Scan Resolution
600
Scan Date
2023-01-06
Notes
Title based on contents of item
Document is part of Photograph album BV016.46.52
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Proclamations

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription58463
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
2005
Collection/Fonds
Mayor's Office fonds
Description Level
File
Physical Description
1 folder textual records
Scope and Content
File contains proclamations declared by the Office of the Mayor and City Council.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
2005
Collection/Fonds
Mayor's Office fonds
Series
Civic ceremonies, awards and special events series
Physical Description
1 folder textual records
Description Level
File
Record No.
40111
Accession Number
2009-07
Scope and Content
File contains proclamations declared by the Office of the Mayor and City Council.
Media Type
Textual Record
Notes
Title based on contents of file.
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Figure skaters in rehearsal

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription96592
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2001]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Scope and Content
Photograph of a line of figure skaters rehearsing a routine for the closing ceremonies of the World Figure Skating Championships.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[2001]
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
1 photograph (tiff) : col.
Description Level
Item
Record No.
535-2214
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
Photograph of a line of figure skaters rehearsing a routine for the closing ceremonies of the World Figure Skating Championships.
Subjects
Sports - Skating
Names
Canlan Ice Sports Burnaby 8 Rinks
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Bartel, Mario
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a March 2001 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata: "Skaters at Burnaby Eight Rinks rehearse the routine they will be performing at the closing ceremonies of the World Figure Skating Championships."
Geographic Access
Sprott Street
Street Address
6501 Sprott Street
Historic Neighbourhood
Burnaby Lake (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Ardingley-Sprott Area
Images
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Carousel photographs subseries

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumdescription18309
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
[1900] (date of originals)-2012
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Village Museum fonds
Description Level
Subseries
Physical Description
approx. 480 photographs
Scope and Content
Subseries consists of photographs pertaining to the C.W. Parker no. 119 carousel's history, restoration, sod turning, opening ceremonies and various events regarding the carousel. Orignal photographs and reproductions in this series were created by staff of the Burnaby Village Museum for research a…
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Village Museum fonds
Series
C.W. Parker no. 119 carousel series
Subseries
Carousel photographs subseries
Description Level
Subseries
Physical Description
approx. 480 photographs
Scope and Content
Subseries consists of photographs pertaining to the C.W. Parker no. 119 carousel's history, restoration, sod turning, opening ceremonies and various events regarding the carousel. Orignal photographs and reproductions in this series were created by staff of the Burnaby Village Museum for research and documentation purposes.
Accession Code
X5124
BV019.21
BV019.39
BV020.5
BV022.2
Date
[1900] (date of originals)-2012
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on contents of subseries
Further accruals are expected
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City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription29
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1892-2021
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Description Level
Fonds
Physical Description
130m of textual records and other material
Scope and Content
Fonds consists of records generated in the course of municipal business by City Council and the Office of the City Clerk.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1892-2021
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Physical Description
130m of textual records and other material
Description Level
Fonds
Access Restriction
Subject to FOIPPA
Scope and Content
Fonds consists of records generated in the course of municipal business by City Council and the Office of the City Clerk.
History
The City of Burnaby covers an area of approximately 98 square kilometers between the cities of Vancouver to the west, and Coquitlam and New Westminster to the east, Burrard Inlet to the north, and the Fraser River to the south. The municipality derived its name from Robert Burnaby, a prominent businessman and advisor to Sir James Douglas, the first Governor of the Crown Colony of British Columbia. Burnaby’s early development was closely tied to the development of the City of New Westminster. New Westminster became British Columbia’s capital in 1859, the year after the British Government proclaimed the establishment of British Columbia. Shortly thereafter, the Royal Engineers began exploring Burnaby to establish military defenses and secure natural resources. This involved the construction of a road linking New Westminster to Burrard Inlet for military purposes, which is present-day North Road. At this time, individuals and families began settling in Burnaby and were largely involved in agricultural and logging activities. Burnaby developed slowly until 1887, when the Canadian Pacific Railway was extended into Vancouver from the Port Moody terminal, causing a dramatic increase in traffic between New Westminster and Vancouver. To meet the new transportation demands, a tramline was built in 1891 connecting the two urban centers along what is now Kingsway. The creation and location of the tramline induced property owners to begin subdividing and selling their lands as early as October 1891. The property taxes the roughly 200 residents paid at this time went directly to the provincial government in Victoria. No local services were provided in turn, which prompted the formation of a committee to petition the provincial government for a municipal charter. As a result, the Corporation of the District of Burnaby was incorporated by letters patent on September 22, 1892. Burnaby’s first Council was elected by acclamation on October 15, 1892 and consisted of Reeve Charles R. Shaw and councillors William Brenchley, Arthur De Windt Hazard, L. Claude Hill, William McDermott, and John Woolard.* The first formal Council election was conducted three months later. Nicolai Shou became the first elected reeve of Burnaby by ballot. Council met at various locations, including the tramline’s power house, private homes, and offices until the first municipal hall was built at Kingsway and Edmonds in 1899. Council is ultimately responsible for the government of the City of Burnaby. The Mayor (formally called “Reeve” prior to 1968) and Council are elected by the residents of Burnaby to represent them in decisions with respect to the provision of public services and facilities. Additionally, the Mayor represents the citizens of Burnaby at various public functions and events. Burnaby was without Council representation during most of the Great Depression and part of the Second World War. Council was disbanded on December 31, 1932 as a result of financial difficulties. The Provincial Government appointed a Commissioner to take over the duties of Reeve and Council beginning in 1933. This system of government was retained until January 1943, when Burnaby residents could once again elect their local government officials. The following individuals have served as Mayor (or Reeve) of Burnaby: Charles R. Shaw 1892 Nicolai C. Schou 1893-1903 Charles F. Sprott 1904-1905 Peter Byrne 1906-1910 John W. Weart 1911-1912 Duncan C. McGregor 1913 Hugh M. Fraser 1914-1918 Thomas Sanderson 1919-1920 Alexander K. McLean 1921-1926; 1928-1929 Charles C. Bell 1927 William L. Burdick 1929 William A. Pritchard 1930-1932 William Tate Wilson 1943-1944 George A. Morrison 1945-1949 William R. Beamish 1950-1953 Charles W. MacSorley 1954-1957 Alan H. Emmott 1958-1968 Robert W. Prittie 1969-1973 Thomas W. Constable 1973-1979 David M. Mercier 1979-1981 William A. Lewarne 1981-1987 William J. Copeland 1987-1996 Douglas P. Drummond 1996-2002 Derek R. Corrigan 2002-2018 Mike Hurley 2018-present The following individuals have served as provincially appointed Commissioners for the Corporation of the District of Burnaby: John Bennett 1933 John Mahony 1933-1934 Hugh M. Fraser 1934-1940* R.S. Gilchrist 1941-1942* B.C. Bracewell 1942* *Richard Bolton was Acting Commissioner for most of 1940-1942. He refused to be a full-fledged Commissioner. Closely associated with the functions of Council is the City Clerk. The Office of the City Clerk is responsible for the statutory duties of the municipal clerk including the preparation and preservation of all minutes books and records of Council business, custody of City bylaws, administrative support to Council and its Committees, preparation of Council and Committee agendas and the conduct of local government elections. The Clerk’s Office is the communications link between Council and other City Departments and the general public, and provides assistance and advice to citizens with respect to Council and Council Committee processes, reporting procedures and decisions. At the time of Burnaby’s incorporation in 1892, the municipal Clerk had the responsibility to attend all meetings of Council, keep all records of Council, prepare and alter voters’ lists, conduct Council elections, collect revenue, as well as having the responsibility to prepare balance sheets and audits. An advertisement in a local newspaper for the appointment of the Clerk dated February 1, 1905 states the “united offices of clerk, collector and assessor” receive a salary of $65.00 per month. Originally the treasurer, assessor and records manager for the corporation, the Clerk eventually became the municipal Council liaison. The primary functions of the City Clerk over time have been the keeping of minutes for the meetings of City Council and related bodies; keeping the records of the City of Burnaby as required by the Local Government Act (formally Municipal Act); keeping all records related to City Council decision making; carrying out correspondence on behalf of Council; assembling voters’ lists and carrying out elections; providing communication, information, and public relations services, including responsibility for civic ceremonies/events, and the municipal archives. The following individuals have served as City Clerk: Alexander Philip 1892–1894 Alfred Smither 1894–1899 F.J.H. Shirley 1899–1901 Arthur De Windt Haszard 1901–1902 Walter J. Walker 1902–1905 Benjamin George Walker 1905–1908 Charles Thomas Saunders 1908–1911 W.M. Griffiths 1911–1912 Arthur G. Moore 1912–1933 Charles Boyer Brown 1933–1959 John H. Shaw 1959–1973* James Hudson 1974–1984 Charles A. Turpin 1984–1995 Debbie R. Comis 1995–2011 Anne Skipsey (Acting) 2011-2012 Maryann Manuel (Acting) 2012-2014 Dennis Back 2014-2018 Kate O'Connell 2018-2020 Blanka Zeinabova 2020-2022 *Deputy City Clerk T. Ward took over many of the Clerk’s duties from 1972 to 1973 due to Shaw’s ill health during these years.
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Media Type
Textual Record
Creator
City of Burnaby
Notes
Title based on creators of fonds
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Mayor Bill Copeland

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription97391
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1992-2002
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Description Level
File
Physical Description
17 photographs (tiff) : b&w
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of or related to Mayor Bill Copeland from throughout his life and career (primarily 1992-1996) that were collected for a memorial feature. Photographs depict Copeland at Burnaby events acting as mayor at events and ceremonies, including: receiving the new city seal in 1992…
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1992-2002
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection
Physical Description
17 photographs (tiff) : b&w
Description Level
File
Record No.
535-2766
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
2018-12
Scope and Content
File contains photographs of or related to Mayor Bill Copeland from throughout his life and career (primarily 1992-1996) that were collected for a memorial feature. Photographs depict Copeland at Burnaby events acting as mayor at events and ceremonies, including: receiving the new city seal in 1992; opening a new housing co-op on Bellwood Avenue; unveiling a plaque for Drs. Blythe and Violet Eagles in Deer Lake Park; and cutting the ribbon at the opening of the Station Square Save-On-Foods and the aftermath of the roof collapse.
Subjects
Officials - Mayors and Reeves
Government - Local Government
Events
Events - Openings
Names
Copeland, William J.
Brassington, Wayne
Harcourt, Mike
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on caption
Collected by editorial for use in a September 2002 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-1: "Bill Copeland and former Burnaby fire chief Wayne Brassington are "arrested" at City Hall to raise money for the Cancer Society, in 1996."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-2: "Bill Copeland is presented with a "birthday cake" celebrating Burnaby's centennial, in 1992, by Rose Vaughan, 101."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-3: "Bill Copeland tries out the computer touch screen at the grand opening of the newly refurbished CW Parker Carousel, at Burnaby Village Museum in April, 1995."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-4: "Bill Copeland is presented with Burnaby's new city seal by former premier, Mike Harcourt, part of the city's centennial celebration, in 1992."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-6: "Mayor Bill and the late Rudy Spence toast Ellen Betts at a diner honoring her longtime volunteer service with the Burnaby Arts Council, in 1995."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-7: "Copeland is congratulated on his re-election as Mayor, in 1993."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-8: "Mayor Bill laces up to promote a fitness challenge at Burnaby City Hall, in 1994."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-9: "Mayor Bill helps work the phones to promote a Chamber of Commerce membership drive, in 1993."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-10: "Mayor Bill helps unveil a plaque honoring doctors Blythe and Violet Eagles, at Deer Lake Park, in 1994."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-11: "Mayor Bill opens a new housing co-op on Bellwood Ave., with help from Hedy Fry and former MLA, Barry Gray."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-12: "Mayor Bill Copeland briefs the media after the Save-On Foods collapse at Station Square."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-13: "Mayor Bill Copeland, Jim Pattison, and other local dignitaries, are all smiles at the official opening of the new Save-On Foods at Station Square. But shortly after the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the new store's roof collapsed."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-15: "Mayor Bill tries out a vegetarian plate at the City Hall cafeteria, in 1996."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-16: "Bill Copeland celebrates his victory in a water pistol "showdown" against rival mayor, the late Len Trabouley, from Port Coquitlam, in 1992."
Caption from metadata for 535-2766-17: "Even after he was confined to a wheelchair, following his illness, Bill Copeland continued to attend various city functions."
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Special Events

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription64572
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1988-2003
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 scrapbook
Scope and Content
Item is a scrapbook entitled "Special Events \ News clippings" which traces the history of the Burnaby Centennial Parker Carousel from its $350,000 rescue purchase, to the sod turning ceremony for the Carousel building (later named the Don Wrigley Pavilion) and the opening ceremony March 27, 1993, …
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1988-2003
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Series
Community Archives Collection series
Subseries
Friends of the Carousel subseries
Physical Description
1 scrapbook
Material Details
Scrapbook is a three-ring black binder with a bright, multi-coloured flower pattern
Scrapbook is comprised mainly of newsprint
Tag along spine of scrapbook reads: "Special Events \ News Clippings"
Description Level
Item
Record No.
MSS121-003
Accession Number
BHS2006-02
Scope and Content
Item is a scrapbook entitled "Special Events \ News clippings" which traces the history of the Burnaby Centennial Parker Carousel from its $350,000 rescue purchase, to the sod turning ceremony for the Carousel building (later named the Don Wrigley Pavilion) and the opening ceremony March 27, 1993, through to the publication of "A Carousel is Magic" and the 10 year anniversary celebration of the Carousel at the Museum in 2003.
Media Type
Textual Record
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