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CA ON00279 F01-S108 · Series · 2005-2019

This series contains records related to the residence of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph located at 485 Windermere Road, London, Ont. The main topics are the design, and construction of the new building, its stained glass and metal artwork, public education efforts concerning the environmental features of the residence, the Sisters’ planning to move into the building, and the on-going administrative and community work of the Sisters.

A large collection of photographs shows the demolition of the old Medaille Retreat House and all phases of the construction of the new building. Information about the LEED environmental features of the residence are outlined in pamphlets, photographs, magazine and newspaper articles, event programs, and a CD-ROM Power-Point presentation. Brochures, flyers, and the scripts used by facility tour guides as part of the public education program provide detailed insight into the green features of the new building.

The series contains a copy of the Spring, 2013 issue of Stained Glass, Journal of the Stained Glass Association of America which has photographs and information about the stained glass mural commissioned for the Chapel entitled “Life Itself -That All May Be One” created by Ted Goodden. A sketchbook of drawings by Ron Milton used in the creation of the metalwork panels depicting fauna of the area which adorns the main foyer, and a magazine article profiling the artist are included in this series. A short description of the reconstruction of, and the features of the Casavant organ at 485 Windermere is contained in the series. Event programs and speaking notes prepared for the sod turning, land and building blessing ceremonies and the grand opening are included. Ancillary administrative matters related to the sale of the old Mount St. Joseph facility and its conversion to a retirement residence, and the granting of an exemption from taxation for municipal and school purposes are outlined in news clippings. The series contains is a 2010 study prepared for the Sisters by Deloitte, detailing demographic and financial projections, and recommendations to sustain financial support for the operation of the residence and the provision of needs-based care, assisted living, and hospice services to the Sisters. Minutes, email correspondence, and records of the Suites committee, deal with recommendations for facility uses, room allocation, the rental of surplus suites, and the need for additional staff to oversee administrative matters related to the suites. There are a few issues of a 2013 bulletin entitled London Neighbourhood Update. The bulletin provides information about administrative issues of concern to the Sisters, news from the Congregational Leadership Circle, special events, and accounts of the activities of individual Sisters. The bulletin refers to progress on the hospice project which resulted in the establishment of a hospice administered by a separate entity on the north and east wings of the third floor of the residence some time after the Sisters moved into the residence.

The records include a news release announcing educational bursaries for sole support mothers attending Brescia University College and Fanshawe College. News clippings report the end of the Sisters’ involvement in the governance of St. Joseph’s Health Care after 120 years, and the release of a commemorative book entitled Sister: The History of the Sisters of St. Joseph, of London published by St. Joseph’s Health Care. There is a collection of photographs of children engaged in planting trees at 485 Windermere as part of an Upper Thames Conservation initiative. A brochure advertising the cost of room and board at the residence for retreat days, week-long retreats, and companion retreats is included.

A press release sets out details of the Sisters of St. Joseph educational scholarship program, and news clippings report on the concerts performed by the Intergenerational Choir comprised of Sisters and local high-school students. Event brochures detail staff service award celebrations and an anniversary dinner celebrating the founding of the Sisters of St. Joseph. There is a collection of photographs of Sisters during taken during the 140th the anniversary dinner of the Sisters in 2008.

Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada (London, Ont.)
CA ON00126 C25-C25-0-1 · Series · 1974
Part of Couling building inventory collection - Guelph Public Library

Series consists of textual records with corresponding photographs for buildings built on Aberdeen Street before 1927. Information about the location, architect, contractor, original owner, original use, construction dates, and the building materials used in construction may be identified.

Buildings are arranged sequentially with odd numbered buildings listed first.

Administration records
CA ON00126 F42-F42-0-4 · Series · 1969-2015, predominant 1982-1987
Part of IODE, Victoria-Guelph Chapter fonds

Series consists of administrative records of the IODE, Victoria-Guelph Chapter, dating from 1969 to 1999. Included in the series are correspondence, copies of the national IODE constitution for 1969 and 1979, chapter membership lists, annual reports for 1974-1976, 1982 ,and 1983, chapter recipe books, Founders Day records, provincial IODE newsletters, and one folder of agendas and procedures related to citizenship court. Also included is a history of the Guelph Chapter IODE. These records document the administrative activities of the IODE Victoria-Guelph Chapter.

The records are arranged by subject.

Administration records
CA ON00126 F17-F17-0-5 · Series · 1912-1916, 1927, 1944, 1950-1961, 1984
Part of International Malleable Iron Company fonds

Series consists of administrative records created, collected and maintained by the International Malleable Iron Company (IMICO). Included in this series are the 1912 and 1952 letters patent for the company, stock purchase agreements, union agreements, land deeds and property conveyances, Christmas dinner programs, letterhead, Victory Loan bonds and siding agreement with the Canadian Pacific Railway.

CA ON00126 F3-F3-0-1 · Series · [191-]-1985
Part of Guelph Horticultural Society fonds

This series consists of records related to the general administration of the Guelph Horticultural Society and its programs. Included are records related to membership, annual events, and the Society's constitution and by-laws. Also included are records generated during the course of the administration of the Junior Gardeners' program, civic planting, as well as general tree planting activities.

Records consist of junior program and competition announcements, junior contest requirements, names of program participants, prize lists, membership records, bylaws, together with related notes correspondence, and reports.

These records are arranged by subject.

Administrative Materials
F90-0-7 · Series · 1977-2014
Part of Canadian Embroiders Guild Guelph Fonds

Series consists of administrative materials related to the operation of the guild. Included are constitution and by law documents, outline of fees, and duties of executive members. Series also contains a list of executive members, brief notes on guild history, basic policies pertaining to their library and archives, and the guild's logo design. These records document the administrative activities of the Canadian Embroiderers Guild Guelph.

CA ON00126 F25-F25-0-1 · Series · 19-] -1997
Part of Guelph Concert Band fonds

This series consists of constitutions, executive and annual meeting minutes, correspondence, reports, members' handbooks, newsletters, and notes created by the Guelph Concert Band executive committees and members. The records document the general administration of the Club and its programs.

CA ON00126 F36-F36-0-2 · Series · 1979-1990
Part of Zonta Club fonds

This series consists of correspondence relating to the Zonta Club of Guelph's application for charter membership, general correspondence, Zonta International classification manuals, membership rosters, fact sheets about the organization, and newsletters.

Records in this series are arranged alphabetically by file title.

Advocacy records
CA ON00126 F53-F53-0-6 · Series · [2003?] - [2006?]
Part of Friends of the Guelph Public Library fonds

Series consists of records created and collected by the Friend’s documenting their role in advocating for the Guelph Public Library. Included are letters to councilors and mayors, press releases, correspondence, newspaper clippings, information relating to the economic impact of libraries and a fact sheet created by the City of Guelph’s Community Services Group referencing locations for the new central branch. Also included is a CD of images of Whitby Public Library likely used for consultative or research purposes.

Records are arranged by subject.

CA ON00126 F34-F34-0-1 · Series · 1955, 1960-1979, 1981, 1985
Part of Albert Fish fonds

Series consists of records relating to specific Ontario and Guelph properties in which Albert Fish had an interest. Included in this series are appraisal information reports, surveys and architectural drawings, notes, photographs and newspaper clippings. These records document the various property development and acquisition interests of Albert Fish.

CA ON00126 C25-C25-0-2 · Series · 1969, 1973-1974
Part of Couling building inventory collection - Guelph Public Library

Series consists of textual records with corresponding photographs for buildings built on Albert Street before 1927. Information about the location, architect, contractor, original owner, original use, construction dates, and the building materials used in a in construction may be identified.

Buildings are arranged sequentially with even numbered buildings listed first.

CA ON00126 C25-C25-0-3 · Series · 1975
Part of Couling building inventory collection - Guelph Public Library

Series consists of textual records with corresponding photographs for buildings built on Alexandra Street before 1927. Information about the location, architect, contractor, original owner, original use, construction dates, and the building materials used in construction may be identified.

Buildings are arranged sequentially with odd numbered buildings listed first.

CA ON00126 F15-F15-0-1 · Series · 1953-1974
Part of Alf Hales fonds

This series primarily consists of ten scrapbooks compiled by, or on behalf of, Alf Hales that document the six Federal elections in which he was involved as a candidate. The scrapbooks contain newspaper clippings; correspondence with friends and colleagues including such notable politicians as John Diefenbaker, George Drew, and George Hees; political advertisements; and photographs documenting Hales' political campaigns and Conservative party leadership conventions.

CA ON00126 F15-F15-0-5 · Series · [1919?], 1922-1927, 1972-1974
Part of Alf Hales fonds

This series consists of one scrapbook compiled by Alf Hales. Included in the scrapbook are letters, newspaper clippings, speeches, and ephemera like material primarily related to his retirement as a member of parliament. This series also contains two loose photographs. One photograph documents his activities with the YMCA. A second photograph is of a train wreak near Guelph which includes Alf Hales and his uncle observing the wreckage.

CA ON00126 C25-C25-0-4 · Series · 1974-1975
Part of Couling building inventory collection - Guelph Public Library

Series consists of textual records with corresponding photographs for buildings built on Alice Street before 1927. Information about the location, architect, contractor, original owner, original use, construction dates, and the building materials used in construction may be identified.

Buildings are arranged sequentially with even numbered buildings listed first.

CA ON00126 C25-C25-0-6 · Series · 1974-1975
Part of Couling building inventory collection - Guelph Public Library

Series consists of textual records with corresponding photographs for buildings built on Alma Street North before 1927. Information about the location, architect, contractor, original owner, original use, construction dates, and the building materials used in construction may be identified.

Buildings are arranged sequentially with odd numbered buildings listed first.

CA ON00126 C25-C25-0-7 · Series · 1974-1975
Part of Couling building inventory collection - Guelph Public Library

Series consists of textual records with corresponding photographs for buildings built on Alma Street South before 1927. Information about the location, architect, contractor, original owner, original use, construction dates, and the building materials used in construction may be identified.

Buildings are arranged sequentially with even numbered buildings listed first.

CA ON00126 C25-C25-0-8 · Series · 1975
Part of Couling building inventory collection - Guelph Public Library

Series consists of textual records with corresponding photographs for buildings built on Ann Street before 1927. Information about the location, architect, contractor, original owner, original use, construction dates, and the building materials used in construction may be identified.

Buildings are arranged sequentially with odd numbered buildings listed first.

CA ON00126 F92-F92-0-7 · Series · 1973, 1976 1983-2022
Part of Guelph Interfaith Curling Club

Series consists of annual meeting minutes documenting the decisions of the club. In some cases, there may be financial materials, correspondence, and roaster materials in the minutes. In other cases only agendas exist.