Résultats

 Daily Journal Record, 12 Apr 1973     A response to the proposal of development in Bronte put forth by architects Diamon and Myers. Terry Mannell discusses the need for the community to be involved in planning processes.

 Macdonald, The Honourable W. Ross, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 12 Dec 1973, 159-162     Christmas luncheon. A program of Christmas music presented by the Gentlemen and Boys of St. Simon's Church.

      Wilfrid Laurier University is located in Waterloo, Ontario. It began in 1911 as the Evangelical Lutheran Seminary of Canada. In 1924 Waterloo College was established, providing courses in post-secondary education. In 1960 Waterloo College became Waterloo Lutheran University, and in 1973 changed its name to Wilfrid Laurier University.

 Edith Cameron, The Sault Star, June 9, 1973     This is a newspaper clipping about the closure of the Forestry Prison Farm. The Prison Farm was located at McCreight's Dam north of Thessalon, and was operated by the Ontario Ministry of Corrections. The article outlines what might happen to the buildings following the closure of the prison.

      Winter Carnival is an annual event organized by Wilfrid Laurier University students. The first Winter Carnival was held in 1961. Over the years the event has featured many different activities, including ice sculpture contests, musical concerts, outdoor sporting events, and the Miss Canadian University Queen Pageant. Wilfrid Laurier University is …

 Barrow, The Right Honourable Errol W., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1973), 19 Apr 1973, 392-408     First issue raised is whether or not the Empire ever became a Commonwealth. A review of some of the changes in the political/economic relationships. A new deployment and emerging strategy brought about by various factors: the development of nuclear potential; new economic and trading blocs; new alignments developing in Europe; …

 Rees-Mogg, William, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 11 Jun 1973, 1-11     A discussion of Britain's decision to join the European community. Optimist outlook for Britain's future, including an economic one. How Europe sees the rest of the world and lessons to be learned. Changes from a post-war situation. The five power blocs: North America, with the United States the dominant force; …

 Gandhi, Mrs. Indira, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 20 Jun 1973, 12-22     A discussion and review of India today and tomorrow, from the time of modern Indian history beginning with the struggle for independence. A further discussion of India's recent events and political development, including thoughts on freedom, democracy, peaceful change, education, social justice, social programs, economy, etc. Canada's contributions in credits …

 Scheel, Walter, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 27 Sep 1973, 23-32     The Federal Republic of Germany a new member of the United Nations. Events leading up to membership. Problems between East and West in central Europe. The Treaty on the Basis of Relations between the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic. Germany's relations with the rest of Europe. …

 Gillespie, The Honourable Alastair, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 4 Oct 1973, 33-45     How Canada can learn and benefit from the mistakes and successes of other great cities and nations. Political will and determination that allows decisions and choices based on our own values. Resisting short-term expediencies in favour of long-term answers. A discussion of specific recent decisions and initiatives by the Canadian …

 Berton, Pierre, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 11 Oct 1973, 46-56     Personal reminiscences. The role of the north, and the northern wilderness in the lives of Canadians, and in their sense of identity. Many literary and historical allusions. The future of the North. The Canadian Arctic Resources Committee. The governance of the Yukon and the Northwest Territories. The environment and the …

 Van Lennep, Emile, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 22 Oct 1973, 57-69     A brief history and review of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) since its inception in 1961. Characteristics of the 24 member countries (including Canada). A discussion of market economies. Two major themes of this address are: "the major changes that are at present under way in our …

 Gillies, James M., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 25 Oct 1973, 70-82     Concern with what is seen as a "virtual abdication by the government from the responsibility for more effective management of the economy." The dangers of new ways of measuring our economic environment. What is and is not appropriate as an acceptable inflation rate. A detailed discussion on the issue of …

 Gingras, Dr. Gustave, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 1 Nov 1973, 83-93     A narrative description of a recent trip to the People's Republic of China with 15 colleagues from Canada. Three basic goals of the delegation: to improve the relationships between the health workers of the two countries; to see at first-hand a broad cross-section of health care delivery in China; to …

 Campbell, The Honourable Alexander B., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 8 Nov 1973, 94-105     An answer to a student's letter requesting information for a school project. The issue of topic is the cultural and economic environment, and a change in attitude towards Canadian and regional culture. A consideration of our style and quality of life. A move away from the past "apologetic" nature of …

 Riccardo, John J., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 15 Nov 1973, 106-116     A discussion of some of the political and sociological pressures effecting businessmen in the United States and Canada, with examples from the automobile industry. Environmental issues. Realistic laws. The energy crisis. Some basic questions about the responsibility of government and business. Government and business working together to establish realistic long-range …

 McKeough, The Honourable W. Darcy, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 22 Nov 1973, 117-130     Areas of agreement and disagreement between Queen's Park and the banks of the Saskatchewan River in Edmonton, particularly areas of misunderstanding. The basic issue of price. Policies in the 1950s vs. what is needed now. Indexation and Economic Policy. Indexation in Private Enterprise and Regulated Systems. Indexation and Monetary Policy. …

 Higgitt, Commissioner W.L., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 29 Nov 1973, 131-142     The Royal Canadian Mounted Police now commemorating its first 100 years of service. A brief history of the RCMP. A discussion of the importance of the RCMP and the need for the support from the people, and for the people to be informed about law enforcement. A review of crime …

 Sidey, High, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 6 Dec 1973, 143-158     Factors affecting the possible impeachment of Mr. Nixon as President of the United States. Three possible scenarios: Mr. Nixon resigns; nothing would happen; Mr. Nixon could be impeached. A view of the event as an historic "convulsive" act. Examples of same. A view of the Office of the Presidency and …

 Connally, The Honourable John B., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1973), 19 Mar 1973, 313-333     A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. An historical perspective of where and how the United States finds itself, economically and politically in 1973. The end of one era, the beginning of another. A period of upheaval. Profound changes in world commerce. …