Handwritten letter with envelope from Flora in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to her father at Shorncliffe Camp, Kent, England. Flora continues to discuss her and Gertrude's travels in Saskatchewan, and comments on the various people they visit or spend time with, and the heat spell they are enduring. 8 pp.

Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter regarding dividing the Saskatchewan battalion, and a hand-written letter concerning recruits, etc.

Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a memo re: next-of-kin information and a confidential letter (marked by H.S. ‘for use only’...) sent from {D.T. Smith}, Lt. Col. regarding problems with a Provisional Lieutenant. Handwritten

One telegram to SBS from Major E.G. Shannon.

Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; telegram from Adjutant General regarding the camp at North Battleford, and further information about an Armoury site, etc. for Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Sheet music titled “Greensleeves for Iona” which was arranged with a new introduction by Robert Fink in 1976. The music is for piano and voice, or piano, organ, and a solo instrument of any kind. The cover of the sheet music, which says “Some New Old Music,” depicts a garden scene and a child pointing a hose at the reader. The cover art is done in green pencil. The music is copyrighted by Greenwich-Meridian and is from Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Print of a Crosscurrents publication excerpt titled “A Christmas Carole (A Modern Postscript)” by Robert Fink. The mini-story was printed on December 25th, 1975 and follows an alternate thought process that Scrooge has on Christmas morning after his visits from the three ghosts. The excerpt was published by Greenwich-Meridian in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

A flyer condemning the uranium refinery building plans in Warman, Saskatchewan by Eldorado Nuclear Ltd. The flyer explains why people should be concerned about the proposed plans and includes a 5-point educational plan to help raise awareness about the dangers of nuclear energy. The flyer also mentions that meetings for this coalition are held on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.

A booklet titled “Insect Pests and Diseases of Rape and Mustard” published by the Rapeseed Association of Canada in November 1977 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The booklet was prepared by Dr L. Burgess, Dr J. Dueck, Dr G.A. Petrie, and L.G. Putnam from the Agriculture Canada Research Station in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The booklet is an updated version of the booklet of the same name from 1972 and provides information about the various insects and diseases that can affect rapeseed and mustard plants at all stages of growth. Each insect and disease is described and accompanied by a colour photograph. The booklet also provides solutions for mitigating or preventing these pests. There are several updates from the previous booklet to include more insects and diseases.
Table of Contents: Flea Beetle, Red Turnip Beetle, Red-backed Cutworm, Diamondback Moth, Bertha Armyworm, Beet Webworm, Loopers, Clover Caterpillars, Other Caterpillars, Imported Cabbageworm, Western Cabbageworm, Aphids, Minimizing Hazards to Bees, Preparation of Sprayers, Personal Safety, Table of Control Recommendations, Staghead or White Rust, Downy Mildew, Alternaria Black Spot, Grey Stem, Sclerotinia Stem Rot, Foot Rot, Black Leg, and Aster Yellows.

Receipts for purchases made by Donald McFadden at various authorized Esso dealerships and service stations. Bundles appear to be organized by dates around a particular excursion, and consist primarily of "Imperial Oil Limited Esso-Matic Invoice(s)" with other receipts attached. Includes a set of punched Esso credit card receipt stubs which have been stamped "PAID" by the Royal Bank of Canada. Three of the stubs are marked with the slogan "Put a Tiger in your Tank."

A letter from John Mitchell, Professor of Soils at the University of Saskatchewan to Don McFadden, dated July 20, 1951. It contains the results of an analysis on three soil samples, the most important of which, according to Prof. Mitchell, are the clay texture and the presence of free lime, as well as his suggestions on how to make the soil more productive. The letter includes a personal note at the bottom about a recent trip and a violin gift from Uncle Bill. The attached second page contains the analysis results in numerical values.

A one page advertisement for various poultry-related farm implements from Miller Hatcheries, "Home of Champion Chicks & Poults Since 1917." Products include turkey saddles, "Never-Pick" bits and applicator, and the "LYON Super Debeaker." A series of calculations are written in light blue ink on the verso.

A small souvenir diagram of a Saskatchewan Wheat Pool elevator. The diagram is formed in the shape of a grain elevator and when the diagram is opened, the inside workings and mechanisms of a grain elevator are colourized and labelled. Also inside the diagram is a short description of how a wheat elevator functions and lists notable highlights of the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool. The diagram was created for the Saskatchewan Centennial in 2005.

Black and white photograph of the team from England for Saskatoon International Football. Names of the team members are listed below the photograph and indicate the team member positions.

Hand-made photograph album documenting the history of G. F. Stephens & Co. Ltd. Paint & Varnish Makers. The album largely consists of exterior and interior photographs of prominent buildings across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, with detailed captions explaining the services provided by G. F. Stephens & Co. Ltd., as well as buildings where G. F. Stephens paints and varnishes were manufactured, and copies of testimonial letters written by commercial businesses regarding the company's work.

Contents [Prominent Buildings]:
New Christie Brown Biscuit Factory - Winnipeg; Tuberculosis Sanatorium - Saskatoon; Salter Street Viaduct - Winnipeg; Deer Lodge Military Hospital; The Van Horne Farm - East Selkirk, Man.; Farm Buildings - George Wright - Penfold, Alta.; Winnipeg Winter Club Badminton Courts, Lounge, and Floors; Normal School - Edmonton; Bank of Montreal - Edmonton; Head Office - The Great-West Life Company - Winnipeg; Westminster United Church - Winnipeg; Misericordia Hospital - Edmonton; Grain Exchange - Winnipeg; C.N.R. Station - Edmonton [exterior and interior]; Corona Hotel - Edmonton [interior and exterior]; Union Station - Winnipeg; Police Station - Regina; The Balfour - Regina; University of Manitoba [New Science Building; New Arts Building]; St. Andrew's Locks - Lockport, Man.; Trianon Dance Gardens - Regina; Y.M.C.A. - Winnipeg; Hydro Show Rooms - Winnipeg; Wheat Pool Building - Winnipeg [exterior and interior]; Great Falls Power Development; Hydro Substations - Winnipeg.

Also of note are a composite photograph showing G. F. Stephens & Co.'s Head Office and Factory in Winnipeg and Warehouses in Alberta and Saskatchewan; a series of photographs under the heading "Glimpses of Paint Factory - Winnipeg" [depicting "Section of a Stock Room"; "Paint Grinding Mills"; "Section Mixing Floor"; "Putty Chasers"]; and copies of 16 testimonial letters from various commercial businesses [largely Hardware and Department Stores] based in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, all dated 1935.

Two year books from "S.N.S." (Saskatoon Normal School) for the school years of 1925-1926 and 1946-1947. They both include composite photographs of graduating students, writing samples and poetry, yearbook staff lists, athletics reports, editorials, and messages from the principal. The 1925-1926 copy has the inscription "Margaret M. Rennie, Room A. S.N.S." on the first page, many handwritten signitures under "Autographs" on pages 56-57, and the signature of orchestra conductor Mrs. Helen Davies Sherry on page 115. The 1946-1947 copy has two newspaper clippings attached to the inside of the front cover reporting on the death of Dr. Frederick James Gathercole, one being from the Leader-Post of Regina, Saskatchewan and dated Tuesday, December 28, 1993. Another clipping on the funeral service for Mrs. E. J. Ouellette is taped to page 34, and an obituary for Michael Joseph Schafer is taped to page 65 underneath his portrait, dated 1947. A retirement notice for Roy Lockert, also clipped from the Leader-Post and dated Friday, July 4, 1980, is attached to page 101. Pages 102-104 contain various other materials taped in including graduation programs, a red heart-shaped autograph book with signatures, and a typed memo on the decision of the Saskatoon Normal School Student's Assembly during their executive meeting on Tuesday, June 17, 1947 to "allot a sum of $50 to the next assembly for the buying of a radio." It also includes advertisements for local businesses.

A yearbook for the year 1940 titled “The Light” for the Provincial Normal School in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. At the beginning of the yearbook, there is a message from the Honourable J.W. Estey, the Minister of Education of Saskatchewan and the principal of the school, Mr. C.P. Seeley. The portrait photographs of the graduates are placed vertically on each page and for each graduate there is a short corresponding poem about their school experiences or character. There are various handwritten annotations next to many of the portraits such as married names or if they are now deceased. There are also yearbook pages devoted to different clubs and their members. The final pages of the yearbook contain numerous handwritten signatures. The yearbook includes numerous advertisements for local businesses.

Vol. XIV, No. 1 Christmas edition of the Hermes. Consists primarily of short stories, illustrations, and poems by students. Also includes an autograph page, editorial, staff list, and advertisements for local businesses.

Volume 8, Number 11 of the U. F. C. Information monthly publication from in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, dated October, 1945. Includes articles on the agricultural and livestock industries, local news, and advertisements for local businesses.

A newsletter draft written by Robert Fink warning the public that it is impossible to make nuclear power plants safe. Fink writes about alternatives to nuclear energy and explains what radioactivity is. At the end of the newsletter, Fink makes notes of elements that need to be added to the newsletter such as a cartoon, planned protest details, and sponsors.

A 1988 calendar titled “Reflections” commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Saskatoon Public Library. On the cover is a photograph of the Broadway Bridge under construction in 1932. The calendar includes an introduction section that outlines a brief history of the library. The library board was appointed by City Council in late 1912 but a reading room was not open to the public until May 1913. The calendar portion of the booklet has B&W photographs on the right side pages and each calendar week on the left side pages. The photographs depict various buildings, moments, and events of Saskatoon’s history. The final pages of the booklet include an index of all the photographs, listing the year they were taken and the subject.

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2004-2005 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2004-2005 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2004-05 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To unite western Canadian grain farmers as the world-recognized, premier grain marketer"], and Mission ["The CWB markets and provides quality products and services in order to maximize value to our owners, western Canadian grain farmers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President and CEO (p. 2)
Pursuing innovation (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Farmer-controlled board of directors; Senior management] - (p. 14)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool] - (p. 28)
Financial results [Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 51)

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2007-2008 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2007-2008 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2007-08 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["Canadian farmers innovatively leading the way in the global grain market"], and Mission ["Creating a sustainable competitive advantage for farmers and customers through our unique business structure, innovative marketing, superior service, profitable investments and effective partnerships"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the chair of the board of directors and from the president and CEO - (p. 2)
Farmers First - (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Board of directors; Leadership team] - (p. 16)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool A & B] - (p. 32)
Financial results [Financial statements; Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 73)

A brochure advertising Stampede, the “unique new herbicide for wheat and barley” sold by Rohm and Haas Canada Limited in Edmonton, Alberta and West Hill, Ontario. The pamphlet unfolds into an informative poster that has four photographs and testimonies from four farmers in the Prairies who used the product. The pamphlet and poster provide information about the herbicide in the form of a Q&A and also provide usage instructions. The year “1977” is written on the front of the brochure.

Informational poster produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the 1998-1999 Freight Adjustment Factors (FAFs). The poster explains what FAFs are, and includes a table of figures reflecting the changes to FAFs from 1995-1999. The poster additionally includes 5 maps overlaid with colour-coded graphics showing the CWB's catchment areas for different crop types [Wheat; Durum; Canadian Western Extra Strong (CWES) Wheat; Designated Barley; and Feed Barley].

"What Are FAFs? FAFs were established in 1995, when the federal government changed the CWB pooling basis points. FAFs are an adjustment to wheat, durum wheat and barley freight costs based on where farmers deliver and the destination of their grain. As such, FAFs may change from year to year, with the variations in the CWB's overall sales program. ... FAFs are updated yearly to reflect expected production, market factors and port shipping capacities. FAFs remain constant during the crop year."

Informational poster produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the 1999-2000 Freight Adjustment Factors (FAFs). The poster explains what FAFs are, and includes a table of figures reflecting the changes to FAFs from 1995-2000. The poster additionally includes 5 maps overlaid with colour-coded graphics showing the CWB's catchment areas for different crop types [Wheat; Durum; Canadian Western Extra Strong (CWES) Wheat; Designated Barley; and Feed Barley].

"What Are FAFs? FAFs were established in 1995, when the federal government changed the CWB pooling basis points. FAFs are an adjustment to wheat, durum wheat and barley freight costs based on where farmers deliver and the destination of their grain. As such, FAFs may change from year to year with the variations in the CWB's overall sales program. ... FAFs are updated yearly to reflect expected production, market factors and port shipping capacities. FAFs remain constant during the crop year."

A reprint of an obituary for Walter Charles Murray, President-Emeritus of the University of Saskatchewan, written by James S. Thomson and published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society of Canada, following his death on 23 March 1945. Contains a biographical sketch of Murray's life, including an overview of his educational and professional accomplishments, and a B&W portrait photograph of Murray.

A brochure from 1932 celebrating 50 years of the Campbell Bros. & Wilson, Limited Company, a wholesale grocery and provision business. The brochure states that the company was founded in 1882 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and expanded to cities such as Saskatoon, Regina, Swift Current, Moose Jaw, Calgary, Lethbridge, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Grande Prairie. The brochure consists of various profiles of employees of the company and information about the different establishments in different cities.
Also includes an envelope for the brochure with a blue shield-shaped logo that says "Royal Shield Brand of Goods 50 Years."

Two reports detailing the work done and expenses accrued of maintaining the gardens and grounds of various railway stations throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, and the supplying nursery. Contains 32 b&w photographs of the station gardens and nursery plants, all captioned. Photograph locations include Moosejaw, Portage la Prairie, Virden, Oak Lake, and Saskatoon. Issued by the Forestry Branch of the Natural Resources Department of "C. P. Ry. Co."

Informative promotional booklet produced by the Canadian Pacific Railway Company containing information intended for prospective settlers regarding the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Contents:
Answers to Some Settlers' Questions; Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba; The World's Greatest Field of Opportunity; For Those Who Are Not Farmers; Twenty Years to Pay $2000 Loan for Improvements; Advance of Live Stock on Loan Basis; Assistance of Experts; Western Canada's Climate; Handling the Grain Trade; Flour Milling; Grain Prices; Alberta; Alberta's Progress; Climate; Forage and Root Crops; Live Stock in Alberta; Saskatchewan; Grain Growing in Saskatchewan; Climate; Forage and Root Crops; Fruit Culture; Live Stock; Manitoba; Grain Growing in Manitoba; Fodders and Roots; Climate of Manitoba; Live Stock in Manitoba; Dairying in Manitoba; Poultry-Raising; Raising Small Fruits; Irrigation in Western Canada; "Ready-Made" Farms; What Is a Ready-Made Farm?; Loans to Home-Makers; General Terms of Sale; Townsites; Terms of Payment for Town Lots; Naturalization; Title; General Information [Public Worship; School System; Agricultural Education; Railway Facilities; Public Roads; Taxation; Voting Regulations; Rural Telephones; Domestic Water Supply; Fuel; System of Land Survey; Implements and Buildings; Investment in Live Stock; Capital Required; Cost of Living]; A Final Word; Cities and Towns [Alberta; Manitoba; Saskatchewan]; Experiences of Some Settlers' in Western Canada; and Information for Settlers [Timely Pointers on Customs, Quarantine and Transportation Regulations Affecting Settlers and Settlers' Effects Entering Canada].

Images:
Some Farm Operations [7 photographs]; Fodder Crops and Dairy Cows [9 photographs]; Western Canada Harvest Scenes [7 photographs]; The Stockman's Paradise [9 photographs]; Glimpses of Some Settlers' Gardens [10 photographs]; Scenes in the Irrigation Districts [10 photographs]; Some Settlers' Homes [11 photographs]; Typical Canadian Churches and Schools [11 photographs]; Good Sport and Good Health [7 photographs]; and "Map showing location of Western Provinces of Canada with chief railway connections".

A collection of World War II air letters from various soldiers to family and friends in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario. Contains an additional air letter from 1958 addressed to Professor J.A. Gray from the Royal Institution of London.

A very affectionate birthday letter written by a father, possibly Ernest William MacEwan, in Edmonton, Alberta to his one-year-old son, Ian in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The letter was written on August 20, 1941. The father wishes his son a happy birthday and explains although he can’t be there in person, he is there in spirit with his son. The letter is written on Royal Canadian Air Force stationery. The included envelope is addressed to Master Ian MacEwan, who is most likely Robert Ian MacEwan. Included below is a link to Robert Ian MacEwan's obituary.

None of the prints are captioned. Images show family outings, farms, individual portraits, buildings and sceneries.

A pamphlet addressed to the "Workers of Saskatoon" calling them to attend an anti-capitalist demonstration and parade on Tuesday, May 1 (no year given). It refers to the Soviet Union as "a beacon in the darkness" and discusses the hardships faced by the working class including low wages and denied right of assembly.

Vol. XI, No. 2 Easter edition of the Hermes. It is primarily student writing samples, and includes a short editorial, comics, jokes, staff list, and advertisements for local businesses. The name Percy Paulett [?] is written on the front cover.

Vol. XIII, No. 2 of the Hermes. Includes composite photographs and write-ups on the graduating classes of the year, short stories and poems by students, an autograph page (signed by Norma Bennett and Lissetta Elviss [?]), a list of pieces collected for an art gallery and prints of selected pieces, information and photographs of various clubs and sports teams, and advertisements for local businesses. The front cover bears a gold foil image of a version of the caduceus with winged shoes, and the name J. M. Bishop (Room VI) is written at the top.

Vol. XIV, No. 2 of the Hermes. Includes photographs and write-ups on the graduating classes of the year, short stories and poems by students, an autograph page with many signatures, information and photographs of various clubs and sports teams, and advertisements for local businesses. The front cover bears a gold foil image of a version of the caduceus with winged shoes, and the name J. M. Bishop is written at the top.

VOL. XVI, No. 1 of the Hermes. Includes photographs and write-ups on the graduating classes of the year, short stories and poems by students, information and photographs of various clubs and sports teams and other school updates, and advertisements for local businesses. The front cover bears a gold foil image of a version of the caduceus with winged shoes.

A drawing print of a brick road and surrounding buildings in Lincoln, England by Robert Fink. The illustration was done in 1972. The stamp on the back indicates that the print is reproduced from the collection in Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Two drawings that are done in the same style. The first drawing is a print that depicts either a mother or a governess with two children playing around her. It is captioned “In the Nursery.” The second drawing is a print that depicts the London Bridge and various industrial activities taking place around it. It is captioned “London Bridge.” The stamps on the backs of the drawings indicate that the originals are circa 1860. The stamp on the drawing of the nursery mentions that the artist is unknown. No mention is made of any artist on the drawing of London Bridge either. Both stamps specify that the prints are reproduced from the collection in Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

A drawing print of a two-story building with a belvedere at the top and several barren trees surrounding the building. Fink’s name can be found in the bottom left corner of the drawing blending in with the grass.

Souvenir program for a complimentary dinner for the Saskatchewan Division of the Canadian Weekly Newspapers’ Association. Dinner was hosted by Saskatchewan Co-operative Producers Limited at the Beesborough Hotel in Saskatoon, SK. The program includes the dinner menu for the evening as well as the order of events.

A program for the Governor’s Banquet in the Fairholme Dining Room at the Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta on June 23, 1947. The guest speaker of the evening is listed as Mr. Maurice Brown of Calgary, Alberta. The program outlines the order of events such as the invocation, several songs, introductions, and presentations. The program also includes the evening’s menu and the lyrics for the songs. The program was printed by General Printing and Bookbinding Limited in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

A souvenir booklet commemorating the Presentation of Colours ceremony to the First Battalion of the Saskatoon Light Infantry by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. The ceremony took place in Caterham, Surrey, England on October 24, 1941. The program a short history of the Saskatoon Light Infantry, the order of the ceremony, a photograph print of the Queen’s address, numerous photographs of the ceremony, several group photographs of the different guards in the infantry, and a long list of names of those in the infantry.

Annual report with accompanying booklet of statistical tables, produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2001-2002 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 2001-2002 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2001-02 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To create value for Prairie farmers by being an innovative world leader in marketing grain"], and Mission ["The CWB markets quality products and services in order to maximize returns to western Canadian grain producers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
Core values (p. 2)
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President/CEO (p. 14)
CWB performance highlights (p. 15)
Board of directors (p. 16)
Corporate governance (p. 18)
Senior management (p. 22)
Management discussion and analysis (p. 24)
The wheat pool (p. 26)
The durum pool (p. 28)
The feed barley pool (p. 30)
The designated barley pool (p. 32)
Financial results (p. 39)
Notes to the financial statements (p. 49)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

Annual report with accompanying booklet of statistical tables, produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2002-2003 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 2002-2003 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2002-03 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To create value for Prairie farmers by being an innovative world leader in marketing grain"], and Mission ["The CWB markets quality products and services in order to maximize returns to western Canadian grain producers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President and CEO (p. 1)
Farm faces (p. 3)
Corporate governance (p. 14)
CWB performance highlights (p. 14)
Farmer-controlled board of directors (p. 16)
Senior management (p. 22)
Management discussion and analysis (p. 24)
The wheat pool (p. 26)
The durum pool (p. 29)
The feed barley pool (p. 31)
The designated barley pool (p. 33)
Financial results (p. 43)
Notes to the financial statements (p. 54)
Glossary of financial terms (p. 65)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2005-2006 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2005-2006 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2005-06 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["Canadian farmers innovatively leading the way in the global grain market"], and Mission ["Creating a sustainable competitive advantage for farmers and customers through our unique business structure, innovative marketing, superior service, profitable investments and effective partnerships"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the chair of the board of directors and the president and CEO (p. 2)
We're evolving (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Farmer-controlled board of directors; Leadership team] - (p. 14)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool A & B] - (p. 28)
Financial results [Financial statements; Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 59)

Annual report produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2006-2007 crop year.

The report includes the CWB's 2006-2007 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2006-07 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["Canadian farmers innovatively leading the way in the global grain market"], and Mission ["Creating a sustainable competitive advantage for farmers and customers through our unique business structure, innovative marketing, superior service, profitable investments and effective partnerships"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the chair of the board of directors (p. 2)
Farmers First (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Board of directors; Leadership team] - (p. 14)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The designated barley pool; The feed barley pool A & B] - (p. 30)
Financial results [Financial statements; Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 65)

"Sclerotinia stem rot, also known as white mould, is one of the most devastating diseases in canola production. Sclerotinia is usually most severe in the higher moisture areas of the Prairies. But with the right combinations of adequate moisture and susceptible host, heavy infections can develop almost anywhere."

An informational poster published by The Western Producer in 2014 using information from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, containing a map showing the areas in Saskatchewan where sclerotinia risk to canola crops is the highest, represented by a colour-coded scale going from Low to High; an infographic showing the "Sclerotinia Life Cycle"; and an explanation titled "Sclerotinia" regarding how to best reduce the risk of losses caused by sclerotinia infection.

Verso additionally includes "Sclerotinia: A Threat to Canola Yields" and "Revolutionizing Sclerotinia Control From the Ground Up", which provide information on sclerotinia control and a sclerotinia-resistant variety of canola developed by DuPont and Pioneer Hi-Bred Limited.

Convention program of events produced in accordance with the 2005 Western Barley Growers Association and Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association Joint Convention and Trade Fair. Includes list of events, sessions and panels and list of sponsors and contributors.

Topics of sessions included: farm financial management; marketing the 2004 crop; cereals; feedgrains; open market options; value addition; getting grains to market: trade and transport; food safety, research and biotech challenges; global trends in grain harvesting; among others. Additionally, association elections, business meetings, and general discussion took place on the final day of the convention.

Informational poster produced by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) outlining the 2000-2001 Freight Adjustment Factors (FAFs). The poster explains what FAFs are, and includes a table of figures reflecting the changes to FAFs from 1995-2001. The poster additionally includes 5 maps overlaid with colour-coded graphics showing the CWB's catchment areas for different crop types [Wheat; Durum; Canadian Western Extra Strong (CWES) Wheat; Designated Barley; and Feed Barley].

"What Are FAFs? FAFs were established in 1995, when the federal government changed the CWB pooling basis points. FAFs are an adjustment to wheat, durum wheat and barley freight costs based on where farmers deliver and the destination of their grain. As such, FAFs may change from year to year, with the variations in the CWB's overall sales program. ... FAFs are updated yearly to reflect expected production, market factors and port shipping capacities. FAFs may also change during the crop year to reflect changes in freight rates."

A collection of supplementary documents produced by or regarding various Turkey Marketing Groups in Canada. The document creation dates range from 1972 to 1984. The collection includes documents such as “Manitoba’s Comments on the Canadian Turkey Marketing Agency,” veterinary reports, quota allocation formulas, bundles of correspondence, “What Farmers Should Known About Bill C-176,” news reports, a draft of “Overview Paper in Economic Intervention and Regulation in Canadian Agriculture,” and several others. The collection also includes two newspaper clippings. One article details a farm policy, and the other is titled “Farm setup under attack.” The name D.J. McFadden" is handwritten in pencil on one of the documents.

Two photographs of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan from a slightly elevated viewpoint, one of a rail yard with train cars and an engine (caption reads "Canadian National R. R. Yards") and one of buildings and back alleys in what is now the Central Business District (caption reads "Wholesale District"). Both photographs have been stamped on verso with "Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce."

A photograph of a four-piano quartet. The pianos are in a circle turned towards each other with each player sitting at their respective piano. An assortment of potted plants are placed in front of the pianos. The autographs of the four players are written on the photograph although two of them have faded significantly. The photograph was taken by [Art Craft Ltd] in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

The first student publication from the Nutana Collegiate Institute, when it was still the Saskatoon Collegiate Institute, and bearing the title "The Collegiate Hermes." Subtitled "Semper Paratus" (Always Ready), it includes history and information on the collegiate, student writing samples, athletics report, notable alumni (some names redacted), and advertisements for local businesses. The name Clifford Bell [?] is written on the front cover.

A pamphlet titled “The Romance of Co-operative Achievement” by George W. Robertson, the secretary of the Saskatchewan Co-operative Wheat Producers Limited. This pamphlet is No. 6 in a series of pamphlets meant to give a wider distribution to lectures delivered at the Co-operative School in June 1929 at the University of Saskatchewan. This particular lecture makes the case for a “well-rounded economic program of co-operative enterprise” for several branches of farm life in Saskatchewan and not solely wheat production.

Rules and bylaws adopted by Saskatoon Royal Arch Chapter No. 165 G.R.C. [Grand Registry of Canada].

Bylaws govern the following articles: Name; Allegiance; Meetings; Officers; Election and Installation of Officers; Duties of Officers; Resignation of Officers; Orders of Business; Rules of Order and Voting; Ballotting; Fees and Dues; Application for Degrees; Affiliation; Life Membership; Honorary Members; Withdrawal and Re-joining; Visiting Companions and Brethren; Disposal of Funds, Property, etc.; Clothing; the Chapter Seal; Insuring Chapter Property; and Subscription to, Infraction of, and Alteration of Bylaws.

A reproduction of a drawing by Robert Fink. The drawing features a horse-drawn cart with a cart full of presumably hay, and a man in a hat riding in the cart. The stamp on the back indicates that the print is reproduced from the collection in Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

A drawing print of a hookah with the caption “Music Hath Charms To Soothe The Savage Breast” by Robert Fink. The drawing is from Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

A drawing print by Robert Fink of his home that he designed and built in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The stamp on the back indicates that the print is reproduced from the collection in Allegra’s Mews Gallery in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

A drawing titled “The 5th Horseman of the Apocalypse” by Robert Fink. The drawing depicts a shadowy figure on a rearing horse overlooking a giant hourglass with an industrial building in the top glass bubble and waste being dispensed from it into the bottom glass bubble. The stamp on the back indicates that the drawing was published by Greenwich-Meridian in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Three issues of Crosscurrents, Robert Fink’s publication that discusses local, national and international issues. Issue No. 4 was published on December 1st, 1975 and mainly discusses issues with U.I.C. or Welfare cutting off people’s benefits if they don’t want to work in a job that feels demeaning. Issue No. 5 was published on January 1st, 1975 (either the numbers or the dates were written in error) and discusses art galleries and their exclusionary methods for collection curation. Issue No. 9 was published in March 1976 and discusses the City of Saskatoon’s plans to make the city more appealing for businesses and corporations, and Fink argues that the city never prioritizes attracting artists, poets, culture, musicians, or youth.

Annual report with accompanying booklet of statistical tables, produced and published by the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) for the 2003-2004 crop year.

The annual report includes the CWB's 2003-2004 performance highlights as well as information regarding their organizational structure and updates, and crop and financial records. The report additionally includes the CWB's "2003-04 Financial Highlights" and their Corporate Profile, Vision ["To unite western Canadian grain farmers as the world-recognized, premier grain marketer"], and Mission ["The CWB markets and provides quality products and services in order to maximize value to our owners, western Canadian grain farmers"] statements.

Table of Contents:
A message from the Chair of the board of directors and the President and CEO (p. 2)
All in a day's work (p. 4)
Corporate governance [CWB performance highlights; Farmer-controlled board of directors; Senior management] - (p. 16)
Management discussion and analysis [The wheat pool; The durum pool; The feed barley pool; The designated barley pool] - (p. 28)
Financial results [Notes to the financial statements; Glossary of financial terms] - (p. 51)

The accompanying statistical tables "provide both a historical reference and a more current snapshot of Canada's agricultural industry and world grain trade. They also highlight valuable information related to CWB operations and sales." The tables include information related to Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and coarse grains production, imports and exports, CWB employees, delivery permits, and payments, shipping and freightage of crops, and other figures related to the CWB and the world grain trade.

A booklet titled “Insect Pests and Diseases of Rape and Mustard” published by the Rapeseed Association of Canada in April 1972 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The booklet is listed as Publication No. 18 and was prepared by L.G. Putnam, Dr G.A. Petrie, and Dr H. McDonald from the Department of Agriculture Research Station in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The booklet provides information about the various insects and diseases that can affect rapeseed and mustard plants at all stages of growth. Each insect and disease is described and accompanied by a colour photograph. The booklet also provides solutions for mitigating or preventing these pests.
Table of Contents: Flea Beetle, Red Turnip Beetle, Red-backed Cutworm, Diamondback Moth, Bertha Armyworm, Beet Webworm, Loopers, Clover Caterpillars, Imported Cabbageworm, Western Cabbageworm, Aphids, Preparation of Spray, Personal Safety, Table of Recommendations, Staghead or White Rust, Downy Mildew, Alternaria Black Spot, Ring Spot, Sclerotinia Stem Rot, Foot Rot, Black Leg, and Aster Yellows.

A speech by the Witness for Peace and Disarmament Committee at the Dana Radar Base east of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, dated June 27, 1965. They ask for an end to "the testing, manufacturing, and stock-piling of nuclear and other diabolical weapons," along with other demands relating to the disassembling of the military establishment and formation of world peace initiatives.

The Saskatchewan Historical Society Annual Report of the Secretary for 1942 to 1943 written by J.M. Hamilton. The report was submitted to J.A. Gregory, the president of The Saskatchewan Historical Society. The report covers many subjects such as the difficulty of finding historically accurate information, information regarding the cattle industry in Saskatchewan, the spending of the Society, collaborations with various organizations and groups, and the locations of temporarily marked historic sites.

"Horse Shoe Brand Saddles and Cowboy Goods - The Best That's Made. For 72 years The Great West Saddlery Company have been making riding equipment in Western Canada. Through this experience in manufacture their merchandise has gained the greatest popularity and the most favorable reputation of dependability across Canada. You take no chances when you order Horse Shoe Brand."

Illustrated catalogue of riding equipment and "cowboy goods" sold by The Great West Saddlery Company in 1941. Includes Instructions for Ordering; alphabetical Index to products [p. 60] [includes saddles, bridles and bits, reins, stirrups, spurs, clothing, etc.]; and 2 blank mail order forms.

A duplicate certificate of title for a land registration is in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The land itself was sold for tax on November 1st, 1915 and was registered at 3:59 pm on January 18th, 1916. The document, No. 81 J30, certifies that Florence D. Fisher from London, Ontario purchased land in the city of Saskatoon. The registrar of the Saskatoon Land Registration District signed the certificate of sale on August 22, 1916.

Informative promotional booklet produced by the Canadian Pacific Railway Company containing information intended for prospective settlers regarding the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Contents:
Answers to Some Settlers' Questions; Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba; The World's Greatest Field of Opportunity; For Those Who Are Not Farmers; Twenty Years to Pay $2000 Loan for Improvements; Advance of Live Stock on Loan Basis; Assistance of Experts; Western Canada's Climate; Handling the Grain Trade; Flour Milling; Grain Prices; Alberta; Alberta's Progress; Climate; Forage and Root Crops; Live Stock in Alberta; Saskatchewan; Grain Growing in Saskatchewan; Climate; Forage and Root Crops; Fruit Culture; Live Stock; Manitoba; Grain Growing in Manitoba; Fodders and Roots; Climate of Manitoba; Live Stock in Manitoba; Dairying in Manitoba; Poultry-Raising; Raising Small Fruits; Irrigation in Western Canada; "Ready-Made" Farms; What Is a Ready-Made Farm?; Loans to Home-Makers; General Terms of Sale; Townsites; Terms of Payment for Town Lots; Naturalization; Title; General Information [Public Worship; School System; Agricultural Education; Railway Facilities; Public Roads; Taxation; Voting Regulations; Rural Telephones; Domestic Water Supply; Fuel; System of Land Survey; Implements and Buildings; Investment in Live Stock; Capital Required; Cost of Living]; A Final Word; Cities and Towns [Alberta; Manitoba; Saskatchewan]; Experiences of Some Settlers' in Western Canada; and Information for Settlers [Timely Pointers on Customs, Quarantine and Transportation Regulations Affecting Settlers and Settlers' Effects Entering Canada].

Images:
Some Farm Operations [7 photographs]; Fodder Crops and Dairy Cows [9 photographs]; Western Canada Harvest Scenes [7 photographs]; The Stockman's Paradise [9 photographs]; Glimpses of Some Settlers' Gardens [10 photographs]; Scenes in the Irrigation Districts [10 photographs]; Some Settlers' Homes [11 photographs]; Typical Canadian Churches and Schools [11 photographs]; Good Sport and Good Health [7 photographs]; and "Map showing location of Western Provinces of Canada with chief railway connections".

Promotional booklet advertising Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, with a short paragraph including vital statistics about the city ("Saskatoon Is an Up-to-Date City in Every Respect") and 22 unique captioned illustrations of Saskatoon.

Images on recto [unfolded accordion fold, left to right]:
University Buildings; Drinkle Building; Bank of Montreal; King George Hotel; One of Our Three Stations; Masonic Temple; Collegiate Institute; Court House; Bank of Commerce; City Hospital; J. F. Cairns' New Dep't Store

Images on verso [unfolded accordion fold, right to left]:
Scenes Along the Canadian Northern Railway [Breaking the Ground; Seeding; Heads Up; Reaping; Nothing but Sheaves; Stacking; Threshing; Marketing the Wheat; Milling the Wheat; A Side Line; A Prosperous Home]

Robert Martin "Bob" Fink (December 29, 1935-September 8, 2016) was a prominent artist in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Raised in New York and eventually moving from Detroit to Saskatoon, Bob was a publisher, graphic artist, musicologist, and social activist, most notably winning a legal battle against the City of Saskatoon over the right to post flyers in public spaces around the city in 1986. Bob was an organizer of social justice events, owned a printing company, and published a monthly magazine titled Crosscurrents.