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Simon Fraser University

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Repository
Burnaby Heritage Planning
Description
The planning, design concept, design coordination, site development and landscaping for the original part of the campus were all under the control of Erickson/Massey. The complex was conceived as one building, with future growth occurring at the periphery. Tall buildings would have been out of scal…
Associated Dates
1965
Street View URL
Google Maps Street View
Repository
Burnaby Heritage Planning
Geographic Access
University Drive
Associated Dates
1965
Description
The planning, design concept, design coordination, site development and landscaping for the original part of the campus were all under the control of Erickson/Massey. The complex was conceived as one building, with future growth occurring at the periphery. Tall buildings would have been out of scale with the massive mountaintop ridge, so a series of horizontal terraced structures were designed that hugged the ridge and dissolve into the landscape. Following the linear peak of the mountain, the scheme organized various parts of the campus along an east/west line. The concept of a central academic quadrangle was conceived within the tradition of Oxford and Cambridge, and to enhance the sense of contemplative quiet, it was designed as a perfect square raised on massive pilotis, allowing stunning views through a landscaped courtyard. The connecting link was a gigantic space frame-developed in conjunction with Jeffrey Lindsay, a one-time associate of Buckminster Fuller-that provided shelter and a gathering-place for the students. Other architects who had placed among the top five in the competition were retained to design the individual components of the original plan: the Academic Quadrangle by Zoltan S. Kiss; the Theatre, Gymnasium & Swimming Pool by Duncan McNab & Associates; the Science Complex by Rhone & Iredale; and the Library by Robert F. Harrison.
Heritage Value
Following the end of the Second World War, there was unprecedented growth throughout the Lower Mainland. Many returning veterans had settled on the coast, and the loosening of wartime restrictions led to the creation of many new suburban developments throughout the region. The growing population strained existing facilities, and there was a recognition that new educational facilities had to be constructed to meet these growing demands. For many years, the only university in the province was the University of British Columbia. In the 1960s, new universities were planned for both Victoria and Burnaby to serve the wave of baby boomers just then going through high school. The dramatic site chosen for the Burnaby university was the top of Burnaby Mountain, with expansive views over mountain ranges and water. An architectural competition was held for a campus of 7,000 students that could eventually be expanded to 18,000. Of the many submissions, the judges reached unanimity on the winner, an outstanding scheme submitted by the firm of Erickson/Massey. The judges went even further, and recommended that every effort be made to ensure that the winning design be built as submitted. The new Chancellor, Gordon Shrum, agreed. The realization of this scheme won extensive recognition for the work of Arthur Erickson and Geoffrey Massey, and launched Erickson’s international career. In Erickson’s words: "Unlike any previous university, Simon Fraser is a direct translation into architecture of the expanding fields of knowledge that defy traditional boundaries, of the vital role of the university as both challenger and conservor of human culture, and of the university community as one in constant intellectual, spiritual and social interchange." The new school opened for classes in September 1965, nicknamed the “instant university,” and quickly gained a radical reputation. The startling futuristic architecture and open layout suited the explosive nature of the mid-1960s, when political and social traditions of all types were being questioned and student protests were common. Many of SFU’s programs were considered experimental, even controversial, and unrest and conflict on the campus continued for a number of years. Since this auspicious beginning 40 years ago, SFU has grown to house 25,000 students on three campuses. The core of the original campus, recognized world-wide as a profound work of architecture, remains essentially intact today.
Locality
Burnaby Mountain
Historic Neighbourhood
Barnet (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Architect
Erickson/Massey
Area
1360000.00
Contributing Resource
Building
Ownership
Private
Street Address
8888 University Drive
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Google Maps Street View
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(a) Parker-Curtis Streets (b) Westerly Access to Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport33711
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
29619
Meeting Date
21-May-1968
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
29619
Meeting Date
21-May-1968
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
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Bus Stops on Bus Routes Serving Simon Fraser University

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Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
32703
Meeting Date
4-Oct-1965
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
32703
Meeting Date
4-Oct-1965
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
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Easement - Portion of Block "A", DL's 4, 6, 8, 10, 56, 57, 58 and 148, Plan 22462 (Simon Fraser University)

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport35400
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
31584
Meeting Date
11-Jul-1966
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
40
Item No.
12
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
31584
Meeting Date
11-Jul-1966
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
40
Item No.
12
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Easements for Sewer and Water Services to Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport33910
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
29357
Meeting Date
11-Mar-1968
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
17
Item No.
7
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
29357
Meeting Date
11-Mar-1968
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
17
Item No.
7
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
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Easements - Portions of Lots 100, 143, 147 and 148 (Simon Fraser University Water Supply)

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport35416
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
31553
Meeting Date
4-Jul-1966
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
39
Item No.
4
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
31553
Meeting Date
4-Jul-1966
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
39
Item No.
4
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
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Efforts to Implement Measures to Control Anarchic Activities at Simon Fraser University

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Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
28910
Meeting Date
6-Oct-1969
Format
Council - Mayor/Councillor/Staff Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
28910
Meeting Date
6-Oct-1969
Format
Council - Mayor/Councillor/Staff Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Land Use Study of Lands Forming the Perimeter of the Simon Fraser University Site

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Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34539
Meeting Date
3-Sep-1963
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34539
Meeting Date
3-Sep-1963
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Opening of Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription36329
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
September 1965
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 7.5 x 11.5 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of the official opening of Simon Fraser University. A large group of spectators faces the stage from seats on the floor as well as the balcony.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
September 1965
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Series
Community Archives Collection series
Subseries
Hazel L'Estrange subseries
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 7.5 x 11.5 cm
Description Level
Item
Record No.
248-001
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
Reproduce for fair dealing purposes only
Accession Number
BHS1991-02
Scope and Content
Photograph of the official opening of Simon Fraser University. A large group of spectators faces the stage from seats on the floor as well as the balcony.
Subjects
Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges
Events - Openings
Names
Simon Fraser University
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
Geographic Access
University Drive
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
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Plans Cancellation and Consolidation - Site of Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport37414
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
33362
Meeting Date
1-Jun-1964
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
38
Item No.
8
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
33362
Meeting Date
1-Jun-1964
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
38
Item No.
8
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Plaque unveiling at Simon Fraser University

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Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Date
[1965]
Collection/Fonds
Elmer Wilson Martin fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 13 x 18 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of two unidentified men standing next to a plaque at Simon Fraser University where it was unveiled. The plaque is mounted on a concrete post and has curtains on either side. The plaque reads "In Appreciation to G.B. Riley, E.R. Loftus and E.W. Martin of C.B. Riley Ltd. for their generou…
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Collection/Fonds
Elmer Wilson Martin fonds
Series
E.W. Martin photographs series
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 13 x 18 cm
Scope and Content
Photograph of two unidentified men standing next to a plaque at Simon Fraser University where it was unveiled. The plaque is mounted on a concrete post and has curtains on either side. The plaque reads "In Appreciation to G.B. Riley, E.R. Loftus and E.W. Martin of C.B. Riley Ltd. for their generous gift to Simon Fraser University of 20 Acres of land on September 30, 1963."
Subjects
Events - Openings
Names
Martin, Elmer Wilson
Simon Fraser University
Geographic Access
University Drive
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Accession Code
BV019.37.25
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
May be restricted by third party rights
Date
[1965]
Media Type
Photograph
Historic Neighbourhood
Barnet (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Scan Resolution
600
Scan Date
February 4, 2021
Scale
100
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
Photographer is unknown so maybe subject to copyright holder.
A risk assessment should be done prior to releasing hi resolution copies
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Proposed Major Road to Eastern Side of Simon Fraser University

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Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
32246
Meeting Date
12-Apr-1965
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
28
Item No.
2
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
32246
Meeting Date
12-Apr-1965
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
28
Item No.
2
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Proposed Service Station in Simon Fraser University Area

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Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
31437
Meeting Date
9-May-1966
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
27
Item No.
10
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
31437
Meeting Date
9-May-1966
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
27
Item No.
10
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Sean and Wendy at Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription51416
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1966
Collection/Fonds
Harold H. Johnston fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph (jpeg) : b&w
Scope and Content
Photograph of Sean and Wendy Johnston standing in Convocation Mall at Simon Fraser University.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
1966
Collection/Fonds
Harold H. Johnston fonds
Physical Description
1 photograph (jpeg) : b&w
Description Level
Item
Record No.
483-050
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No reproduction permitted
Accession Number
2008-08
Scope and Content
Photograph of Sean and Wendy Johnston standing in Convocation Mall at Simon Fraser University.
Subjects
Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges
Names
Simon Fraser University
Johnston, Dr. Wendy
Johnston, Dr. Sean
Media Type
Photograph
Photographer
Johnston, Harold H.
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
Geographic Access
University Drive
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
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Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport36835
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
33942
Meeting Date
28-Dec-1964
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
80
Item No.
7
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
33942
Meeting Date
28-Dec-1964
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
80
Item No.
7
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport37912
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34740
Meeting Date
18-Nov-1963
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
68
Item No.
12
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34740
Meeting Date
18-Nov-1963
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
68
Item No.
12
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport37997
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34655
Meeting Date
21-Oct-1963
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
60
Item No.
8
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34655
Meeting Date
21-Oct-1963
Format
Council - Manager's Report
Manager's Report No.
60
Item No.
8
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/councilreport38368
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34269
Meeting Date
13-May-1963
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Report ID
34269
Meeting Date
13-May-1963
Format
Council - Committee Report
Collection/Fonds
City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds
Documents
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Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription38214
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[196-] (date of original), copied 1991
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.1 x 4.5 cm print on contact sheet 20.5 x 26.8 cm
Scope and Content
Aerial photograph of the Simon Fraser University (SFU) Burnaby campus under construction, facing west.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[196-] (date of original), copied 1991
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Series
Community Archives Collection series
Subseries
Burnaby Image Bank subseries
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.1 x 4.5 cm print on contact sheet 20.5 x 26.8 cm
Description Level
Item
Record No.
370-801
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
May be restricted by third party rights
Accession Number
BHS1999-03
Scope and Content
Aerial photograph of the Simon Fraser University (SFU) Burnaby campus under construction, facing west.
Subjects
Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
1 b&w copy negative accompanying
Geographic Access
Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area
University Drive
Street Address
8888 University Drive
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Images
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Simon Fraser University

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/archivedescription38224
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[1967 or 1968] (date of original), copied 1991
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Description Level
Item
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.3 x 4.3 cm print on contact sheet 20.5 x 25.9 cm
Scope and Content
Aerial photograph of the Simon Fraser University (SFU) campus.
Repository
City of Burnaby Archives
Date
[1967 or 1968] (date of original), copied 1991
Collection/Fonds
Burnaby Historical Society fonds
Series
Community Archives Collection series
Subseries
Burnaby Image Bank subseries
Physical Description
1 photograph : b&w ; 3.3 x 4.3 cm print on contact sheet 20.5 x 25.9 cm
Description Level
Item
Record No.
370-811
Access Restriction
No restrictions
Reproduction Restriction
No restrictions
Accession Number
BHS1999-03
Scope and Content
Aerial photograph of the Simon Fraser University (SFU) campus.
Subjects
Aerial Photographs
Geographic Features - Mountains
Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges
Names
Simon Fraser University
Media Type
Photograph
Notes
Title based on contents of photograph
1 b&w copy negative accompanying
Copied from col. photograph
Geographic Access
Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area
Planning Study Area
Burnaby Mountain Area
Images
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