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          CA ON00370 F0289 · Fonds · 1972

          The fonds consists of memoranda from the Committee for an Independent Canada to members, and a series of policy papers on corporate accountability, natural resources and the visual arts in Canada.

          Committee for an Independent Canada
          CA ON00370 F0290 · Fonds · 1940, 1943

          The fonds consists of several photo reproductions of typed statements and documents used in a meeting of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Canada, 22-23 January, 1943; the primary document being The Canker of Factionalism. The statements are from several CPC members who participated in self-criticism and confessional sessions for their errant ways.

          Communist Party of Canada
          Daniel H. Coghlan fonds
          Fonds · 1960 - 1968

          These papers consist of photographs, certificates, pamphlets, programmes, correspondence, notebooks, memos, balance sheets, and newspaper clippings all relating to Coghlan's insurance business, his numerous careers, political and social involvement, and personal life.

          David Mills fonds
          CA ON00353 AFC 272 · Fonds · 1755-1903; (added material 1910-1929)

          This fonds contains case files, reports, doctrines, treaties, charters, bills, papers, certificates, journals, lectures, addresses and speeches, personal papers, correspondence and scrapbooks from the personal and professional life of David Mills: teacher, office holder, farmer, lawyer, politician, journalist, author and judge.

          Mills, David
          David Wurfel fonds
          CA ON00370 ON00370 · Fonds

          Fonds consists of research sources, articles, reports, publications, political ephemera, correspondence and maps related to Wurfel's activities as a researcher in South East Asia. In particular, the materials relate to research funded by SSHRC between 1984-1985 to study of Japan and the Philippines and a 1994-1995 Mombusho grant to study Japanese NGOS in SE Asia, although there is material relating to earlier field research in the 1950s. Materials include research materials and resources specifically dealing with the Philippines, Vietnam, Japan, Thailand, Cambodia, Burma/Myanmar and Indonesia including the work of NGO (Non-governmental organizations) in these countries, the reputation and imagery of the Japanese in the Philippines, agrarian policies and reforms, foreign policy, and federal elections in the Philippines.

          Dorothy Zaborszky fonds
          CA ON00159 P001 · Fonds · 1979-1990

          This fonds consists of correspondence, notes, speeches, articles, printed material and newspaper clippings. The correspondence is mainly with members of the Feminist Party of Canada (FPC). The remaining correspondence regards the publication of an article. The notes, printed material and newspaper clippings are also related to women and politics. There is a copy of the draft and also a copy of the completed article entitled "Feminist Politics: The Feminist Party of Canada".

          Although the papers of this fonds do not reflect all of the professional activities of Dr. Zaborszky, they attest to her research achievements in the area of women and politics, and also to her personal involvement in the FPC.

          Zaborszky, Dorothy 1943-1991
          Douglas Fisher fonds
          Fonds · 1957 - 2006

          Douglas Fisher was a politician and journalist from Northwestern Ontario. He served as Member of Parliament for Port Arthur from 1957 to 1965, representing the CCF and then NDP.

          These papers largely consist of correspondence from his time as MP, and cover a range of subjects, most notably including: transportation, shipbuilding, shipbuilding industries and the St. Lawrence Seaway; labour; House of Commons documentation; and Canadian Federal Politics in general.

          Fisher, Douglas
          E. A. Beder fonds
          CA ON00370 F0264 · Fonds · 1921-1972

          The fonds documents Edward Arthur Beder's activities as political activist and author and includes manuscripts, 1921-1970; correspondence, 1923-1972; membership lists; files of the Socialist Party of Canada; League for Social Reconstruction, 1933; Canadian League Against War and Fascism, 1934-1937; project outlines files, 1935-1936; lecture notes and abstracts, 1934-1965; notes, 1935-1946; printed material, 1930-1972; and news clippings, 1921-1972.

          Beder, E.A., 1895-1978
          Edgar Wardwell McInnis fonds
          CA ON00370 F0353 · Fonds · 1918-1973, predominant 1930-1968

          The fonds consists of McInnis' publication files, including scholarly articles and correspondence, drafts, research notes, photographs, and other material for "The Long Cold Peace: Treaty Making after World War II", "The East", "Canada: A Political and Social History", "North American Nations", and other works. Fonds also includes professorial files documenting his teaching at the University of Toronto and York University; Canadian Institute of International Affairs files; research files; and other material reflecting his varied interests in history, current events and world politics.

          McInnis, Edgar, 1899-1973
          Ellen C. Adams fonds
          CA ON00370 F0251 · Fonds · 1956-1975

          The fonds documents Ellen C. Adams' political activities at municipal level in the Toronto area for the period 1956-1975.

          Adams, Ellen C., 1925-1982
          Elmer Sopha fonds
          CA ON00159 P005 · Fonds · 1962-1981

          The Elmer Sopha fonds contains what is believed to be Sopha’s only remaining records. The fonds consists primarily of notes and transcripts of speeches delivered at various gatherings between 1965 and 1980, and also transcripts of daily radio commentaries aired at a local Sudbury station. The records also consist of transcripts of articles that Sopha wrote for journals and for weekly columns in the Northern Life newspaper, as well as correspondence consisting mainly of letters written by Sopha to members of the Provincial and Federal Legislatures, and their responding letters. These documents provide insight into the private and public life of Elmer Sopha, and they emphasize his opinions on a variety of subjects. The documents also attest to the fact that Sopha was a respected lawyer and a popular guest speaker at numerous gatherings throughout Ontario. His speeches offer a sense of how he positioned himself within the socio-political landscape of the time, both as a politician, and as an individual. The records of this fonds are a testimony to the dedication of Elmer Sopha to the cultural, economic and judicial concerns of Northern Ontario.

          Sopha, Elmer, 1924-1982
          Ernie Epp fonds
          Fonds · 1931 - 1995

          Records relate to Ernie Epp's work as a professor at Lakehead University, and as an MP and member of the NDP. Includes a significant amount of local and national news clippings, CCF/NDP documents, and House of Commons records.

          CA ON00154 2011.2-2011.2.3 · File · 1967
          Part of Port Hope Collection

          File consists of one (1) black and white poster of the "Fathers of Confederation." It includes: Hewitt Bernard, W.A. Henry, E. Palmer, W.H. Steeves, Chas. Fisher, Edward Whelan, G. Coles, J.H. Gray, F.B.T. Carter, A. Shea, J.C. Chapais, E.B. Chandler, S.L. Tilley, Adams G. Archibald, Alex Campbell, John A. Macdonald, H.L. Langevin, Geo. E. Cartier, E.P. Tache, Geo. Brown, A.T. Galt, Jas. Cockburn, Oliver Mowat, T.H. Haviland, P. Mitchell, R.B. Dickey, Chas. Tupper, J.H. Gray, W.H. Pope, A.A. Macdonald, J.M. Johnson, Wm. McDougall, J. McCully, T. D'Arcy McGee.

          File · [ca. 1985 - 1986]
          Part of Steve Robson fonds

          File consists of photographs of city council meetings at the Bramalea Civic Centre, including a deputation on Neighbourhood Watch, and a presentation from Brampton Fire Department. individual shown include Mayor Ken Whillans, Eric Carter, Chris Gibson, John Palleschi, Nancy Porteous, and [the city clerk].

          Robson, Steve
          Floyd Laughren fonds
          CA ON00159 P006 · Fonds · 1971-1998

          This fonds consists of daily appointments, calendars, correspondence, notes, reports, petitions, constituents' representations, documentation, press releases, newspaper clippings, and printed material. These records document the activities of Floyd Laughren as MPP for Nickel Belt, Deputy Leader and Health Critic for the Ontario New Democratic Party, and as Chair of the Standing Committee on Government Agencies (1996). It also contains files on the different municipalities of Nickel Belt. The subjects of the records concern: the economy of the region, labour issues, transportation, tourism, and hospital services.

          The records for 1994 and 1998 give a detailed account of the last few years of the political life of Floyd Laughren. They provide insight into the various obligations and activities of a Member of Provincial Parliament. The documents also present information about the economic, political and social makeup of the Nickel Belt constituency.

          Laughren, Floyd, 1935-
          Fonds Alan Pope
          CA ON00402 AP · Fonds · 1973 - 2006

          The fonds consists of textual documents, photos and objects relating to Alan Pope’s political career as a member of the provincial legislature for Cochrane South and as minister in the Davis and Miller governments. The fonds also contains documents linked to his community involvements after 1990.

          Pope, Alan
          CA ON00159 P061 · Fonds · 1886-1908

          The book of correspondence from Jean Étienne Fournier consists almost exclusively of his business correspondence. This correspondence highlights activities that took place in the early years in Sudbury. The 746 pages of correspondence also provide insight to the workings of a general store in terms of purchasing and accounts receivable. The numerous letters in the book refer to his role as Postmaster, Warehouse Manager, and Insurance Agent. Certain facts and events with regard to the School Board and individual schools are mentioned.

          Fournier, Stephen
          Fonds Roland Cloutier
          CA ON00402 RC · Fonds · 1915-2007

          The fonds contains textual and photographic records of Roland Cloutier’s involvement in Northern Ontario’s lumber industry. It provides information on some of the Hearst area lumber companies and on organizations such as the Hearst Lumbermen’s Association and the Ontario Lumber Manufacturers’ Association. The fonds also includes documents pertaining to the Hearst Forest Management company, the Northern Ontario Development Corporation, and to René Fontaine in his role as a member of the Ontario legislature and minister in the Ontario government. This is complemented by government reports, studies analyzing the situation and needs of the lumber industry and of Northern Ontario’s economy, handbooks relating to the working practices of the industry and maps mostly illustrating cutting rights in the forest of the region.

          Cloutier, Roland
          Fred Matthews Young fonds
          CA ON00370 F0451 · Fonds · 1964-1978

          The fonds consists of Fred Matthews Young's working files for his legislative responsibilities. The largest part of the fonds contains files related to transportation and especially highway traffic, which reflects Young's role on the Select Committee on Highway Traffic. The files are divided into subjects related to transportation (safety, lighting, re-sale of automobiles, automobile prices, alternatives to the automobile), and include reports of government agencies, briefs to the Select Committee and other committees, copies of bills, copies of Hansard (Ontario), advertisements, press releases and background material. In addition, there is material on several other issues before the Legislative Assembly including smoking, housing (including public housing), election expenses, reformatories, municipal affairs, and material relating to the Revenue Ministry, including material on land transfer taxes, provincial income taxes, the government estimates, securities law, the Corporations Act and related subjects. This material includes reports, submissions, statements of ministers and members, copies of speeches, Hansard, copies of bills and amendments and related material.

          Young, Fred Matthews, b. 1907