"Simon Fraser University" found 304 records

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

2 images

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

Street View URL: Google Maps Street View

Images

View of Simon Fraser University, 1970.. Aerial photograph of Simon Fraser University and the surrounding area.. thumbnail

Academic quadrangle, 2013. (View from the courtyard. Exterior Photo.) Copyright: City of Burnaby. thumbnail

(a) Parker-Curtis Streets (b) Westerly Access to Simon Fraser University

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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

2 documents

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

Documents

Report 29619

21-May-1968 Meeting Minutes

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

2 documents

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

Documents

Report 32703

4-Oct-1965 Meeting Minutes

Bylaw Number: 11347 - Simon Fraser University Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2002

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Repository: Legislative Services

Bylaw Number: 11347

Final Adoption: 2002 Apr 15

Format: Bylaws - Adopted

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

1 document

Repository: Legislative Services

Bylaw Number: 11347

Final Adoption: 2002 Apr 15

Format: Bylaws - Adopted

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

Documents

Bylaw 11347

Bylaw Number: 11768 - Simon Fraser University Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2004

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Repository: Legislative Services

Bylaw Number: 11768

Final Adoption: 2004 Sep 13

Format: Bylaws - Adopted

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

1 document

Repository: Legislative Services

Bylaw Number: 11768

Final Adoption: 2004 Sep 13

Format: Bylaws - Adopted

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

Documents

Bylaw 11768

Bylaw Number: 12429 - Simon Fraser University Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2008

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Repository: Legislative Services

Bylaw Number: 12429

Final Adoption: 2008 Apr 14

Format: Bylaws - Adopted

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

2 documents

Repository: Legislative Services

Bylaw Number: 12429

Final Adoption: 2008 Apr 14

Format: Bylaws - Adopted

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

Documents

Bylaw 12429

Report

Cost Sharing Agreement with Simon Fraser University - Curtis / Duthie Water Pump Station

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Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Report ID: 77741

Meeting Date: 5-Oct-2009

Format: Council - Manager's Report

Item No.: 5

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

2 documents

Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Report ID: 77741

Meeting Date: 5-Oct-2009

Format: Council - Manager's Report

Item No.: 5

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

Documents

Report 77741

5-Oct-2009 Meeting Minutes

CUPE rally at Simon Fraser University

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Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Date: [2003]

Collection/Fonds: Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection

Description Level: File

Physical Description: 6 photographs (tiff) : col.

Scope and Content: File contains photographs of a rally at Simon Fraser University for CUPE members. Photographs depict members marching up the steps by the Convocation Mall and rallying in a large crowd with signs; CUPE university coordinator Connie Credico speaking to media; and Michael Stevenson, president and vic…

1 image

Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Date: [2003]

Collection/Fonds: Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection

Physical Description: 6 photographs (tiff) : col.

Description Level: File

Record No.: 535-2295

Access Restriction: No restrictions

Reproduction Restriction: No restrictions

Accession Number: 2018-12

Scope and Content: File contains photographs of a rally at Simon Fraser University for CUPE members. Photographs depict members marching up the steps by the Convocation Mall and rallying in a large crowd with signs; CUPE university coordinator Connie Credico speaking to media; and Michael Stevenson, president and vice-chancellor of SFU, speaking to the rally and media through a bullhorn.

Subjects: Protests and Demonstrations; Buildings - Schools - Universities and Colleges; Organizations - Unions

Names: Simon Fraser University

Media Type: Photograph

Photographer: Flanagan, Colleen

Notes: Title based on caption; Collected by editorial for use in a March 2003 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader; Caption from metadata for 535-2295-1: "Devon Bates, left on drums, and Marcos X, right on drums, lead a rally Monday afternoon across the campus grounds of Simon Fraser University for CUPE members."; Caption from metadata for 535-2295-2: "Gina Murray blows a whistle in support of a general strike for CUPE members during a ralley on the campus grounds of Simon Fraser University Monday afternoon."; Caption from metadata for 535-2295-3: "A spectator looks down upon the flags and banners at a rally for CUPE members on the campus grounds of Simon Fraser University Monday afternoon. "; Caption from metadata for 535-2295-4: "Connie Credico, CUPE university co-ordinator, talks to a throng of media during a rally Monday afternoon on the campus grounds of Simon Fraser University."; Caption from metadata for 535-2295-5: "A man holds a sign saying Ambivalence Blvd. Monday afternoon during a rally for CUPE members on the campus grounds of Simon Fraser University."; Caption from metadata for 535-2295-6: "Michael Stevenson, president and vice-chancellor of SFU, faces the crowd and the media during a rally held on campus Monday afternoon."

Geographic Access: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area; University Drive

Street Address: 8888 University Drive

Planning Study Area: Burnaby Mountain Area

Images

CUPE rally at Simon Fraser University, [2003] thumbnail

Easement - Portion of Block "A", DL's 4, 6, 8, 10, 56, 57, 58 and 148, Plan 22462 (Simon Fraser University)

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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

2 documents

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

Report 31584

11-Jul-1966 Meeting Minutes

Easements for Sewer and Water Services to Simon Fraser University

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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

2 documents

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

Documents

Report 29357

11-Mar-1968 Meeting Minutes

Easements - Portions of Lots 100, 143, 147 and 148 (Simon Fraser University Water Supply)

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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

2 documents

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

Documents

Report 31553

4-Jul-1966 Meeting Minutes

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

2 documents

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

Report 28910

6-Oct-1969 Meeting Minutes

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

2 documents

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

Report 34539

3-Sep-1963 Meeting Minutes

Lion dance at Simon Fraser University

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Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Date: [2005]

Collection/Fonds: Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection

Description Level: Item

Physical Description: 1 photograph (tiff) : col.

Scope and Content: Photograph of members of the Qun Ying Athletic Club from Gilmore Community School performing the lion dance under the Convocation Mall roof at Simon Fraser University, as part of Lunar New Year celebrations.

1 image

Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Date: [2005]

Collection/Fonds: Burnaby NewsLeader photograph collection

Physical Description: 1 photograph (tiff) : col.

Description Level: Item

Record No.: 535-1931

Access Restriction: No restrictions

Reproduction Restriction: No restrictions

Accession Number: 2018-12

Scope and Content: Photograph of members of the Qun Ying Athletic Club from Gilmore Community School performing the lion dance under the Convocation Mall roof at Simon Fraser University, as part of Lunar New Year celebrations.

Subjects: Holidays - Chinese New Year; Persons - Students; Recreational Activities - Theatre

Names: Simon Fraser University; Gilmore Avenue School

Media Type: Photograph

Photographer: Medig, Kari

Notes: Title based on caption; Collected by editorial for use in a February 2005 issue of the Burnaby NewsLeader; Caption from metadata: "Members of the Qun Ying Athletic Club from Gilmore Community School perform the Lion Dance to bring in the Chinese New Year at Simon Fraser University on Wednesday afternoon."

Geographic Access: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area; University Drive

Street Address: 8888 University Drive

Planning Study Area: Burnaby Mountain Area

Images

Lion dance at Simon Fraser University, [2005] thumbnail

New Student Residences at Simon Fraser University

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Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Report ID: 64396

Meeting Date: 16-Dec-2002

Format: Council - Manager's Report

Manager's Report No.: 33

Item No.: 2

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

2 documents

Repository: City of Burnaby Archives

Report ID: 64396

Meeting Date: 16-Dec-2002

Format: Council - Manager's Report

Manager's Report No.: 33

Item No.: 2

Collection/Fonds: City Council and Office of the City Clerk fonds

Documents

Report 64396

16-Dec-2002 Meeting Minutes

Opening of Simon Fraser University

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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.

1 image

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

Images

Opening of Simon Fraser University, September 1965 thumbnail

Plans Cancellation and Consolidation - Site of Simon Fraser University

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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

2 documents

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

Report 33362

1-Jun-1964 Meeting Minutes

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…

1 image

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