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Telegraph sent to Marie Steele in Winnipeg from SBS in Folkestone, England.

Telegraph to Marie Steele in Winnipeg from SBS in Folkestone, re: Marie's move to England.

Telegram from M.W. Parsons asking for details about Marie's upcoming trip to England.

Telegram, re: cheque being sent.

Telegram to Marie from her brother saying he had just seen Sam and all is well.

Telegram notifying Marie of Sam's fall from a horse.

Typewritten lyrics titled: "Strathcona's Horse" written by Lietenant W. Mackenzie Walke, Winnipeg, 1900. 1 pp.

Standing Orders for the Sewell Camp, 1913, Available to all Troops Encamped at Sewell, by Col. S.B. Steele Commanding M.D. No. 10. Printed by Headquarters, Military District No. 10, Winnipeg. Note: Orders are glued into Family Scrapbook #7.

Printed souvenir program, No. 11 Canadian Army Service Corps, for the play: "Miss Pepple of New York" at the Winnipeg Theatre, April 21st, 1910. Proceeds from the event to go towards The Fife and Drum Band.

Black leather-bound; hand-written entries Kenora, Winnipeg Cash accounts recorded at back of diary

Canvas bound book titled: "The Officer's Pocket Book" Printed information at front of book; hand-written entries at back Winnipeg, Ft. William; notes about 'D' Company One item removed from diary and placed behind it in file

A bound copy of two volumes of the Canadian Rusyn publication, printed in Ukrainian. When translated the English, the title of each publication is “Calendar.”The first volume was published in 1918 and the second volume was published in 1919. The covers and binding appear handmade from hide. The two volumes when translated to English contain articles about current events and cultural events relevant to the Ukrainian settlers in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Throughout the volumes, there are multiple illustrations and photographs. The volumes also include several advertisements for local companies.

An insurance plan of the city of Edmonton, Alberta from August 1953. These particular plans are marked as Vol. 3. The plan consists of a Master Title page, a Key Plan page, and numerous detail sheets. On the cover of the plan, there is a note indicating that the plan was made by and is the property of the Western Canada Insurance Underwriters’ Association in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This particular plan is listed as Copy No. 114. Each page of the detail sheets displays various streets and buildings in the city of Edmonton and the colour of each building indicates the type of construction material used for that particular building. This plan consists primarily of residential areas surrounding the North Saskatchewan River.

An insurance plan of the city of Edmonton, Alberta from November 1959. This particular plan is marked as Vol. 1. The plan consists of two Master Title pages with a Standard Key of Signs and numerous detail sheets. After the title pages there is a General Key Plan page with a sticker adhered to it indicating that particular sheet has been cancelled and to refer to the new general key instead. On the first cover page, there is a note indicating that the plan was made by The Western Canada Insurance Underwriters’ Association in Winnipeg, Manitoba. On the second cover page, there is a note indicating the plan was made in Canada by the Underwriters’ Survey Bureau. This particular plan is listed as Copy No. 42 and was issued to St. Paul Fire & Marine Insurance Company. The first cover page mentioned appears to be an addition to the plan from a previous plan. Each page of the detail sheets displays various streets and buildings in the city of Edmonton and the colour of each building indicates the type of construction material used for that particular building. This plan consists primarily of residential areas on the North side of the North Saskatchewan River.

An insurance plan of the city of Edmonton, Alberta from September 1953. These particular plans are marked as Vol. 4. The plan consists of a Master Title page, a Key Plan page, and several detail sheets. On the cover of the plan, there is a note indicating that the plan was made by and is the property of the Western Canada Insurance Underwriters’ Association in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This particular plan is listed as Copy No. 114. Each page of the detail sheets displays various streets and buildings in the city of Edmonton and the colour of each building indicates the type of construction material used for that particular building. This plan consists primarily of areas surrounding the municipal airport.

A collection of 12 long-distance telephone bills [invoices] and 13 receipts addressed to Donald McFadden for telephone services provided by Manitoba Telephone Systems in 1966.

Invoices and receipts span the period of time from 9 December 1966 to 16 December 1966, and record the Date [Day/Month], Place Called, Code [1 - Operator; 2 - "From 3rd. No."; or 4 - Collect], Number Called, and Amount [in dollars] for each long-distance call made from Donald McFadden's telephone number. The invoice also includes the total amount [in dollars] due on the account.

All but two receipts are stamped in black ink with the date and "Received Payment".

A collection of financial materials for purchases made by Donald McFadden regarding construction of a "Trailer Addition" and "No. 2 Bldg." Includes handwritten receipts and notes with cost breakdowns labelled "Capital Expenses," and other bundled and loose receipts, invoices, and statements.

A collection of financial materials related to Donald McFadden and his farm in Rivers, Manitoba that have been kept together as they were received from the donor. Consisting primarily of receipts and invoices, most documents are printed forms with handwritten or typed entries. Includes two handwritten notes on paper scraps, carbon copied receipts, several receipts that do not indicate proprietor and/or date, and a bundle of receipts from various motel stays indicating a trip to the United States in January of 1966.

Receipts and account statements from Manitoba Dairy & Poultry Co-operative Ltd. to Don McFadden. Includes transactional records of poultry purchased from McFadden, as well as storage and transportation costs incurred by McFadden. The receipts in the large bundle are all stamped "1c per bird deducted for your M. T. A. membership."

Account charges from Manitoba Hydro to D. J. McFadden. Each card covers roughly one month, starting at the end of September 1965 to the end of September 1966. The backs of the cards are printed with information on the utility service including discounts, provincial taxes, payment options, and contact information. Included is a length of adding machine tape containing a lengthy equation with additions made by hand and titled "Hydro."

A printed report titled “Canadian Canola Biotechnology” published by the Canola Council of Canada in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The purpose of the report is to “discuss not only the benefits of canola in general but the benefits provided by genetic engineering technology.” The report provides information such as an overview of canola, the fight against weeds, a new way to manage weeds, biotechnology and canola, the types of biotechnology available, the benefits of genetically engineered canola such as higher farmer incomes, reduced herbicide usage, reduced environmental impact, and reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. At the end of the report, there is a list of sources supporting the information in the report.

An annual report titled “Working With the Value Chain” published by the Canadian International Grains Institute for the years 2016 to 2017. The institute is a non-profit organization located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The report outlines the institution’s vision, mission, purpose, and strategic focus, and includes a list of all the programs and missions carried out from 2016 to 2017. The report also includes information about the institution’s collaboration, innovation, communication, and financial efforts over the past two years. Various photographs of projects and missions are included throughout the report.

A report published by the Canola Council of Canada titled “Lifecycle Analysis: Canola Biodiesel.” The report was prepared for the Canola Council of Canada in Winnipeg, Manitoba, by (S&T)² Consultants Inc. in Delta, British Columbia. The purpose of the report is to analyze the lifecycle of biodiesel because “the environmental performance of products and processes has become a key operational issue” for governments, industries, and businesses. The report consists of an Introduction, an overview of canola production, methods of canola crushing, biodiesel manufacturing methods, lifecycle results, a discussion and conclusions section, and references. Throughout the booklet, there are various information tables and charts supporting the claims made in the report.

A brochure for Winnipeg Livestock Sales Ltd. for the Spring 2018 season. Inside the brochure are four calendar months, January through April, and various days are marked with scheduled sales and days the company is open for receiving. The brochure also includes several small advertisements for local livestock dealers and buyers. Contact information for the company, as well as an illustrated map with the company location in Winnipeg, Manitoba, are listed on the back of the brochure. The brochure also includes several photographs of cattle and livestock enclosures.

Documents from the Workmen's Compensation Board of Manitoba. The punched card requests a payment of $65.93 "within one month from 08-04-65" is marked in pencil as "Paid by cheque - Apr 26/65." The assessment contains an entry under "Industry Name" of "Bldg Const Repairs" and an amount due of $30. It is also marked as "Pd by cheque July 2/65" and "Marked up" in Donald McFadden's handwriting. The verso includes a write-up of penalties for payment neglect and information on family coverage.

Account charges from Manitoba Hydro to D. J. McFadden. Each card covers roughly one month, starting at the end of October 1964 to the end of September 1965, with an extra card for April 1965 containing identical information filled in by hand. The verso is printed with information on the utility service including discounts, provincial taxes, payment options, and contact information.

A pair of receipts from Simpsons-Sears in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Items purchased have been indicated by handwritten notes and consist of "Frost Shields (car)" and "Flash Batteries." Year of purchase is not indicated and has been assumed through the receipts' proximity to other records in this collection produced in 1965.

A pair of receipts from Allied Hardware Stores, subtitled "We Feature Nationally Advertised Merchandise," for purchases made by D. J. McFadden.

A collection of 16 bank statements and 3 cancelled cheques belonging to Donald McFadden through his Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) deposit banking account in 1970.

Bank statements span the period of time from 31 December 1969 to 31 December 1970 and record deposits and withdrawals from Donald McFadden's account.

Cancelled cheques span the period of time from 2 January 1970 to 2 June 1970. Two cheques are made out to be cashed; the final cheque is made out to the RBC's Rivers, Manitoba branch.

Additionally includes 1 handwritten note containing a series of calculations of the total amounts of: "Exchange on Cheques Written"; "Exchange on Cheques Cashed"; "Total Exch. [Exchange]"; and "Interest" [includes "O/D [Overdraft] Charges"; "Operating"; "Machinery"; "Service Charges"; and "Loan [?]"]

An informational package outlining the Canola Council of Canada's (CCC) 10-year strategic plan, "Keep It Coming 2025", produced by the CCC in January 2014. Package consists of a CCC-branded folder containing a press release; "The Canola Council of Canada Strategic Plan" booklet; and "The Science" booklet.

The press release, titled "Canada's Canola Industry Sets Bold New Targets for 2025", outlines the contents of the strategic plan and the canola industry's three priorities for reaching the targets.

Priorities include:
Priority 1: Sustainable, Reliable Supply - "Sustainably and profitably increase annual canola production in Canada to meet global demand for 26 million tonnes of Canadian canola by increasing yield to an average of 52 bushels per acre. Improve quality characteristics of seed, oil and meal to meet new and existing customer requirements".
Priority 2: Differentiated Value in the Marketplace - "Meet global demand of 26 million tonnes by differentiating and demonstrating the quality characteristics of seed, oil and meal to meet new and existing customer requirements at a competitive price."
Priority 3: Stable and Open Trade - "Creating a competitive, stable and open trade environment that consistently allows the industry to attain the maximum value for canola and its products free of tariff and non-tariff trade barriers."

The "Strategic Plan" booklet, alternately titled "It's Amazing What One More Bushel of Canadian Canola Can Do", contains information about the CCC's history; mission statement; Industry Goal and Strategic Priorities; and their plans to achieve the goal and 2025 targets.

Contents:
Where We've Come From and Where We're Going
Mission
Industry Goal
"Strategic Priorities for Achieving the Canola 2025 Targets"
How We'll Get There:
"1. Sustainable, Reliable Supply"
"2. Differentiated Value"
"3. Stable and Open Trade"

"The Science" booklet, alternately titled "The Future of Canadian Canola: Apply the Science of Agronomics to Maximize Genetic Potential", contains information and graphs providing an overview of the scientific research and advancements involved in the creation of the Strategic Plan.

Contents:
Where We Have Been
"Canola Production Has Surpassed the Industry Target of 15 MMT"
"Genetics in the Past Have Been Central to Yield Increases"
"Canola Growers Have Been Early Adopters of New Management Practices"]
"Big Gains in Production Were Also Due to Increased Acres"
Untitled graph showing production increases in soil zones in Western Canada
The Future
"Genetics Continue to Play An Important Role"
"Canola Yields - Actual and Projected with 2% Growth" [graph]
"... Applying the Science of Agronomics to Maximize the Genetic Potential"
"Intensive Management Practices Help to Mitigate Disease and Insect Pressure"
"Agronomic Extension Requires a Paradigm Shift"

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2012-2013 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2012-2013 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2013, including charts and statistics.

"Growing Above Our 2015 Targets - Looking Beyond to New Opportunities: Best use of agronomic knowledge; Improved information tools; Expanding appetite for healthy foods; Growing demand for animal feed; Progress on market access issues."

Each of the four main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption, Value & Quality; Market Access; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2013.

Table of Contents:
Messages from the Chairman and President (p. 2)
2013 Board of Directors (p. 3)
Our Core Funders (p. 3)
Increasing Sustainable Production (p. 4-5)
Increasing Consumption, Value and Quality (p. 6-9)
Our Global Customers (p. 10-11)
Increasing Market Access (p. 12-13)
Improving Understanding (p. 14-15)
Keep It Coming - Looking Beyond Our 2015 Plan (p. 16)

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2011-2012 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2011-2012 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2012, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada is on track to achieve the targets of "Canola. Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. The road ahead is clear as we continue to: Increase sustainable production; Increase consumption and value; Improve market access; Improve quality; Improve understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2012.

Table of Contents:
Messages from the Chairman and President (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Consumption and Value (p. 6)
Market Access (p. 12)
Quality (p. 14)
Understanding (p. 16)

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2010-2011 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2010-2011 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2011, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada is on track to achieve the targets of "Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. In 2011 we made substantial progress within all five of our strategic objectives: Increasing sustainable production; Increasing consumption and value; Improving market access; Improving quality; Improving understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the six main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption; Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2011.

Table of Contents:
Message from the Chairman (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Consumption (p. 6)
Value (p. 8)
Market Access (p. 12)
Quality (p. 14)
Understanding (p. 16)

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2009-2010 crop year. The report contains information about the CCC's 2009-2010 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2010, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) is on track to achieve the targets of "Canola. Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. To reach these goals, we have established five strategic objectives: Increase sustainable production; Increase consumption and value; Improve market access; Improve quality; Improve understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2010.

Table of Contents:
President's Messages (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Increase Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Increase Consumption and Value (p. 6)
Improve Market Access (p. 10)
Improve Quality (p. 12)
Improve Understanding (p. 14)

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2008-2009 crop year. The report includes information about the CCC's 2008-2009 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2009, including charts and statistics.

"The Canola Council of Canada is on track to achieve the targets of "Canola. Growing Great 2015", our industry-wide strategy to create 15 million tonnes of sustained market demand and production by 2015. In Year 3 of our strategy, we advanced toward our goals by increasing our investment in: Sustainable Production; Consumption and Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding of the Canola Industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Market Access; Quality; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2009.

Table of Contents:
Chairman's and President's Messages (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Investing to Increase Sustainable Production (p. 4)
Investing to Increase Consumption and Value (p. 6)
Investing to Improve Market Access (p. 10)
Investing to Improve Quality (p. 14)
Investing to Improve Understanding (p. 16)

Annual report produced and published by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) for the 2007-2008 crop year. The report includes information about the CCC's 2007-2008 performance highlights and organizational structure, as well as general updates regarding the canola industry in 2008, including charts and statistics.

"Our Great Journey - "Growing Great 2015" is a canola industry-wide strategy for achieving specific targets ... In order to reach these targets, the industry will focus on five strategic directions: increased sustainable production; increased consumption and value; improved market access; improved quality of canola oil, meal and seed; and improved understanding of the canola industry."

Each of the five main sections of the report [Sustainable Production; Consumption & Value; Quality; Market Access; Understanding] contains explanations of the CCC's progress in that area in 2008.

Table of Contents:
Chairman's and President's Messages (p. 2)
Who We Are (p. 3)
Increase Sustainable Production of Canola to Meet Demand (p. 4)
Increase Consumption and Value of Canola Seed, Oil and Meal (p. 6)
Improve Quality of Canola Oil, Meal and Seed (p. 12)
Improve Market Access for Canola and its Products (p. 14)
Improve Understanding of the Canola Industry (p. 16)

A collection of approximately 90 invoices, receipts, and documents addressed to Donald McFadden regarding a number of personal and farm purchases, bank transactions, and income tax payments made to or received from 20 businesses or government departments.

Records span the period of time from 12 December 1966 to 29 December 1967. Contents include a series of receipts for income tax deductions and Canada Pension Plan [CPP]; 2 "Notices of Assessment", 1 from the Manitoba Workmen's Compensation Board and 1 under the Income Tax Act; insurance payments [life; fire; hail insurance]; farm and personal loan payments; bank transaction receipts; and various household and farm- or business-related purchases such as stationery, chemicals, small hardware, fuel, etc.

Additionally includes 12 handwritten notes, dated between 27 January 1967 and 31 December 1967, which contain details of various payments made by or to Donald McFadden for personal or business-related purchases. A series of 6 handwritten notes are attached to income tax receipts, and contain additional details about the income tax deductions and CPP contributions on the receipt.

A collection of approximately 100 invoices, receipts and documents addressed to Donald McFadden regarding transactions related to his poultry enterprises in 1967 from 18 businesses.

Invoices, receipts and document span the period of time from 24 January 1967 to 31 December 1967. Contents include grain and feed purchases; veterinary supplies; turkey insemination services; test reports and "Certificates of Condemnation" related to the conduction of poultry flock testing and inspections; records of poultry sales and shipments; etc.

Additionally includes 10 handwritten notes and receipts regarding sales and purchases of poultry or products related to the poultry enterprise.

A collection of 27 invoices and receipts addressed to Donald McFadden regarding purchases made for his house and other owned buildings from the following businesses in 1967: Cancade Bros. Ltd.; North American Lumber Ltd.; Cook Lumber & Supply Co.; Marshall-Wells Stores [Owned and Operated by Forman's Hardware Ltd.]; Brickwood's Plumbing & Heating Ltd.; Seven Oaks Manufacturing & Sales Ltd.; Manitoba Hydro; and T. Eaton Co.

Invoices and receipts span the period of time from 1 February 1967 to 1 December 1967. Purchases largely consisted of small hardware, household fixtures and repairs [including plumbing, window, and furnace repairs, etc.], paint and painting supplies, and supplies for barns and outbuildings [including sawdust and shavings, etc.].

Additionally includes 2 handwritten notes, one titled "House - (no bill, bought by Dad)" [dated 16 November 1967], and an untitled note regarding method of entry of invoices in account books for 1967 [undated].

A collection of 27 invoices and receipts addressed to Donald McFadden regarding purchases related to field crops from the following companies in 1967: Farmers Co-op Seed Cleaning Plant Ltd.; Elephant Brand Products [through dealer - Madden Bros.]; Imperial Oil Ltd.; National Grain Company Ltd.; Manitoba Crop Insurance Corporation; Stratford-Frame Agencies Ltd.; and A.E. McKenzie Co., Ltd., Seedsmen.

Invoices and receipts span the period of time from 10 January 1967 to 14 September 1967. Purchases largely consisted of field crop seeds, fertilizers, and crop insurance.

A collection of approximately 60 invoices and receipts addressed to Donald McFadden regarding various farm and poultry equipment purchases made from 20 unique businesses in 1967, including hardware stores, automotive parts and service stores, building supplies stores, and drugstores.

Invoices and receipts span the period of time from 11 January 1967 to 30 December 1967. Purchases largely consisted of various pieces of farm or poultry equipment, including tanks, feeders, plows, augers, shovels, veterinary supplies, etc., and repairs (or supplies for repairs) for the equipment.

Additionally contains 3 handwritten notes, including "Repair Logging Chains" [dated 16 February 1967]; "Repairs for Auto-Medic" [dated 28 August 1967]; and "Turkey equip." [dated 14 October 1967].

A collection of 10 invoices and receipts addressed to Donald McFadden regarding purchases related to renovations done on the farm building designated Building No. 1, made from the following businesses in 1967: Brandon Consumers Co-operative Ltd. [Brandon Consumers Co-op]; Domtar Chemicals Ltd.; Cook Lumber & Supply Co.; North American Lumber Ltd.; Redekopp Lumber & Supply Ltd.; and Marshall-Wells Stores [Owned and Operated by Forman's Hardware Ltd.].

Invoices and receipts span the period of time from 15 November 1967 to 20 December 1967, with the bulk being dated between 18-21 November 1967. Purchases largely consisted of hardware and lumber/plywood.

Additionally includes 1 handwritten note titled "Renovations to No. 1 Bldg." which records the total cost of the renovations and notes that this cost was "Entered on Capital Exp. [Expenses]".

A collection of 27 invoices and receipts addressed to Donald McFadden regarding purchases related to his truck and other automobiles, made from the following businesses in 1967: ESSO; Stratford-Frame Agencies Ltd; Central Auto Parts Company Limited; Canadian Propane Consolidated Ltd.; Shell Canada; Texaco Canada Inc.; Don Gamble Ltd.; Hastings Motors Ltd.; and Brandon Automobiles Ltd.

Invoices and receipts span the period of time from 26 January 1967 to 12 November 1967. Purchases largely consisted of fuel, oil, and general automobile maintenance services, insurance, and parts for Donald McFadden's GMC 960 truck. Some purchases were made for his Ford 300 and Ford 500 cars.

Additionally includes 3 handwritten notes titled "GMC 960 - Credit Card Exp. - Gas - Oil" (dated 21 Feb. 1967), "Truck Licence - Ford 300 Licence - Also Ford 500" (undated), and "4 gal. gas - 960" (dated 16 Nov. 1967).