Series consists of biographical files on key players in the history of cancer care in Ontario compiled by Dr. Cowan. Individual files can consist of Dr. Cowan’s notes, interview transcripts, slides from talks given, copies of papers written either by or about the individual in question, related booklets and in some cases photographs. These files were compiled by Dr. Cowan while preparing a history of Cancer Care Ontario and talks and articles on Dr. Harold O. Warwick. File 2.1 contains Dr. Cowan’s research material in support of his argument that Dr. Warwick was Canada’s first medical oncologist.
Files were organized by Dr. Cowan in manila envelopes. Details transcribed on each envelope have been included as part of the file titles. When notes on the envelopes were extensive, the envelope itself has been included as part of the file contents.