Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and the Regional Municipality of Waterloo related to water management in the region. The material documents issues regarding water testing and quality management, consumption, supplies and shortages, rates and billing as well as lawn watering. Records include reports, correspondence, and other textual material.

Copies of reports written and submitted by Regional Chairman Ken Seiling to members of the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo including the general address to the Waterloo Regional Council, a report concerning groundwater assessment and protection in the region of Waterloo, and a report recommending that the Regional Municipality of Waterloo establish 1990 as Environment Year. All copies of the Regional Chairman's reports include annotations possibly written by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

A photograph of the 1988-1991 Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. Also includes a sheet of paper identifying all individuals in the photograph.

This subseries includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor for the City of Waterloo and Representative of the City of Waterloo to the council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo between November 12, 1991 and 1993. The material reflects Telegdi’s efforts to represent the public and support the interests and operations of the municipality and region. Records include nomination and campaign items, correspondence, business cards, programs, and other textual material.

A nomination form submitted by Andrew Telegdi to secure his nomination as a candidate in the 1991 municipal elections. By filing this form, Telegdi was nominated to run for the office of Councillor at large.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be elected as a Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and the Regional Municipality of Waterloo in the municipal election held on November 12, 1991. Records include flyers, speaking notes, correspondence, a questionnaire, notes, letters of congratulations received by Telegdi after he was elected, and other textual material.

Meeting minutes for the Regional Municipality of Waterloo Engineering Committee held on June 6, 1985 and September 5, 1990 including annotations likely written by Andrew Telegdi. These meeting minutes were likely sent to Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Elected Councillor and Representative of the City to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

Correspondence sent and received by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and Representative of the City to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo regarding water and sewer charges, the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery, pesticides, Planned Parenthood funding grants, and other topics.

A program for the inaugural meeting of the 1991-1994 Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo held on December 11, 1991 likely accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Representative of the City to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

Two business cards likely distributed by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and Representative of the City to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

Handwritten notes created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and Representative of the City to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

Letters to the editor, possibly draft copies, written or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and Representative of the City to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. The letters are related to a variety of issues pertinent to the Region of Waterloo including water supplies, the lawn watering ban, regional elections, building and development proposals, the wetlands, and regional malls. It is not known if these letters were published or what publication they might have been printed in.

An identification card issued to Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Representative of the City of Waterloo to sit on the Council of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. The identification card includes a photograph of Andrew Telegdi and records his name, position title, and signature.

Two copies of a eulogy for Jonas Bingeman given by Andrew Telegdi.

An official souvenir program given out during "Dom's Day" an event to celebrate Mayor Dominic V.P. Cardillo of the City of Kitchener on the occasion of his retirement. "Dom's day" was held on September 29, 1994. It is likely that Andrew Telegdi attended this event. The program is signed by Mayor Dominic V.P. Cardillo.

This subseries includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be elected as a Regional Councillor for the Regional Municipality of Waterloo in the 2014 Waterloo Region municipal elections. Telegdi lost the election and did not win a seat on the Regional Municipality of Waterloo Council. Records include a nomination form, correspondence, invitations, speech transcripts, notes, and other textual material.

A nomination form submitted by Andrew Telegdi to secure his nomination as a candidate in the 2014 Waterloo Region municipal elections. By filing this form, Telegdi was nominated to run for the office of Regional Councillor in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. Also includes a cash receipt issued to Telegdi for a nomination filing fee.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be elected as a Regional Councillor in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo in the Waterloo Region municipal elections held on October 27, 2014. Records include invitations, notes, speech transcripts, research material about the regional budget and Light Rail Transit (LRT) construction, a flyer, a business card, a biographical sketch of Telegdi, and other textual material. Also contains correspondence including a letter to Telegdi from Michael Harris, then Member of Provincial Parliament, thanking Telegdi for running in the 2014 municipal elections.

This series includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be nominated and elected as the Member of Provincial Parliament representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo North in the 1990 Ontario general election. Records include news releases, speech transcripts, a resume, correspondence, photographs, and election campaign material such as a candidate survey, press clippings, newspaper advertisement mock-ups, pamphlets, and invitations.

News releases issued to the public likely by Andrew Telegdi announcing his intention to seek the nomination as the Member of Provincial Parliament candidate representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo North in the 1990 Ontario general election.

Copies of speeches primarily delivered by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be nominated as the Member of Provincial Parliament candidate representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo North in the 1990 Ontario general election. Also includes copies of speeches given by members of the public in support of Telegdi’s nomination, as well as copies of Telegdi’s nomination acceptance speech and a statement on women’s issues presented by Telegdi at an all-candidates meeting during his subsequent election campaign.

A resume likely created and distributed by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be nominated as the Member of Provincial Parliament candidate representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo North in the 1990 Ontario general election. The resume outlines Telegdi’s personal background, current activities, past activities, previous work experience, and education.

Correspondence sent and received by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be nominated as the Member of Provincial Parliament candidate representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo North in the 1990 Ontario general election. The correspondence is primarily written between Telegdi and members of the public and includes numerous letters of assistance written by Telegdi to solicit support for his nomination. Also includes one letter of congratulations received by Telegdi after he was nominated on August 8, 1990.

Photographs of Andrew Telegdi likely used for promotional purposes during his campaign to be nominated and later elected as the Member of Provincial Parliament representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo North in the 1990 Ontario general election. Three photographs are portraits of Andrew Telegdi. One photograph features Andrew Telegdi speaking at a podium during an event for Justice in the Community Week. One photograph features Andrew Telegdi standing in front of five unidentified people in traditional Asian dress.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be elected as a Member of Provincial Parliament representing the Liberal Party for the Waterloo North riding in the 1990 Ontario general election. Records include a candidate survey, press clippings, newspaper advertisement mock-ups, pamphlets, and invitations to an event to meet Premier David Peterson that was hosted by Andrew Telegdi, John Bell, David Cooke, and Carl Zehr in Waterloo, Ontario.

This series documents Andrew Telegdi’s career in federal politics, primarily his tenure as a Member of Parliament representing the Liberal Party in the constituency of Waterloo or Kitchener-Waterloo between 1993 and 2008. The material in this series reflects Telegdi’s efforts to address local and national issues raised by constituents and advance the platform and priorities of the Liberal Party. The series also highlights Telegdi’s long-standing interest in reforming citizenship and immigration legislation, strengthening diplomatic relations, supporting the funding of post-secondary educational institutions, and other matters.

This subseries includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament, specifically throughout his first term of office held between October 25, 1993 and June 1, 1997. The material reflects Telegdi’s efforts to address issues raised by constituents and advance the priorities of the Liberal Party. Records include nomination and campaign material, correspondence, riding reports, news releases, speech transcripts, and several files related to specific local or national issues such as cooperative housing, crime prevention, post-secondary education funding, diplomatic relations, and the Quebec referendum of 1995.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his role as an election observer in the Canadian observer group for elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina that were held on September 14, 1996. Records include correspondence, a report, a reference guide, a training manual, notes, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament documenting his personal interest and political involvement in matters relating to Canadian-Hungarian relations. Many records detail Telegdi’s diplomatic trip to Hungary to attend the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe in 1994 with Jean Chrétien, Prime Minister of Canada, and Telegdi’s participation in the 1996 Jimmy Carter Work Project building detached homes in Gödöllő, Hungary. Also includes material related to the decoration of Telegdi’s mother, Elenora “Nora” Telegdi, with the Small Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary for her activities for Hungarian communities beyond Hungary’s borders. Records include correspondence, news releases, conference material, invitations, tickets, programs, and other textual material.

Riding reports and a calendar created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament that were distributed to constituents. The reports provide a general overview of current political activities or events such as federal budget allocations, and initiatives supporting healthcare, job growth, and youth programs.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to a proposed federal electoral boundary readjustment including changes to the Waterloo riding boundaries. The material primarily documents Telegdi’s political involvement in the matter. Records include correspondence, news releases, reports, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the development of the high technology industry and infrastructure in Waterloo, Ontario. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in the matter. Records include correspondence, invitations, schedules, news releases, reports, notes, meeting agendas and minutes, press clippings, and other textual material.

News releases issued to the public regarding Andrew Telegdi's political activities during his tenure as a Member of Parliament. Includes releases announcing the official twinning of the cities of Waterloo, Ontario and Waterloo, Quebec, Telegdi’s flight travel expenses, and other issues.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his efforts coordinating a seminar for small and medium-sized enterprises in Canada including a presentation by John Manley, Minister of Industry. Records include correspondence, reports, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the referendum on Quebec sovereignty held on October 30, 1995. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in the matter including his attendance at the Unity Rally in Montreal, Quebec on October 27, 1995, and his efforts to help constituents attend the rally. The file also contains a letter written by Telegdi in November 1995 likely sent to participants in the Unity Rally thanking them for their support. In addition, the material documents his participation on various committees promoting a united Canada following the referendum such as the United Canada Committee and the Commitment Canada Committee. Records include correspondence, press clippings, news releases, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to proposed changes to the Bank Act. The proposed changes included provisions allowing banks to offer insurance, portfolio management and investment advice similar to life insurance companies and securities dealers as well as provisions allowing banks to sell retail vehicle leases through their branches to customers. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in these matters. Records include correspondence, press clippings, reports, and other textual material.

Copies of speeches addressing a variety of topics such as ministerial travel and Canada Day likely delivered by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to increased post-secondary research and education funding from the Canadian federal government. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in efforts to secure additional funding. Records include correspondence from individuals as well as educational institutions and associations, particularly from Telegdi’s riding.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the Canadian Parliamentary Delegation's visit to the Republic of China (Taiwan) between March 31 and April 7, 1996. Telegdi and his wife, Nancy Curtin-Telegdi, travelled to the Republic of China (Taiwan) as part of this delegation. Records include tickets, briefing notes, correspondence, invitations, business cards, guest lists, menus, schedules, press clippings, and other textual records and ephemera. Also contains a published copy of an article titled, The Republic of China on Taiwan belongs in the United Nations by Lien Chan. The article was originally printed in the Fall 1993 issue of Orbis: A Journal of World Affairs published by the Foreign Policy Research Institute.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the potential closure of St. Mary’s General Hospital in Kitchener, Ontario. The material documents the opinions of a constituent as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in the matter. Records include correspondence and a copy of an article likely written by Telegdi.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his involvement with the Waterloo Region Community Safety & Crime Prevention Council and the Standing Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs to prevent crime. Records include correspondence, news releases, speech transcripts, presentation notes, and an invitation.

Twenty-seven postcards featuring handwritten messages and drawings by constituents sent to Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament. The postcards document the opinions of constituents regarding co-operative housing and the potential transfer of operating agreements between housing co-ops and the federal government to the Ontario provincial government.

Three flyers created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament likely distributed to constituents through targeted mailing lists. Each flyer provides constituents with information about a unique topic or political issue and sometimes Telegdi’s political involvement in the matter. These three flyers provide information about funding for post-secondary education, the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), and a benefit fund for the spouses and children of police officers and firefighters.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be nominated as the candidate representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo in the 1993 Canadian federal election. Records include nomination forms, flyers, draft speeches, and letters distributed to constituents and political opponents. Also includes a signed letter of congratulations received by Telegdi after he was nominated from Jean Chrétien, then Member of Parliament, Leader of the Liberal Party, and Leader of the Opposition.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be elected as a Member of Parliament, representing the Liberal Party in the riding of Waterloo in the 1993 Canadian federal election. Records include a copy of the Telegdi Report (volume 1, fall 1993), articles, speech transcripts, proposed budgets, brochures, flyers, and business cards distributed to constituents, and other textual material. Also contains signed correspondence including letters of congratulations received by Telegdi after he was elected from constituents, fellow politicians such as Jean Chrétien, then Leader of the Liberal Party and Leader of the Opposition, and community leaders such as Ron George, then National Chief of the Native Council of Canada (now the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples).

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his involvement with the Canada-Cyprus Parliamentary Committee. Records include correspondence, a list of members, a meeting agenda, and minutes.

Correspondence received by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament primarily from constituents about the Ontario-B.C. twinned riding program, small businesses, Helmut Oberlander, and other topics. Also includes a signed letter from Jean Chrétien, Prime Minister of Canada, regarding the Senate of Canada's expense allowance increase.

Handwritten notes created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the proposed development of a prison for women in Kitchener, Ontario. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in the matter. Records include correspondence, a public meeting notice, flyers, a press clipping, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Via Rail service reductions along the Sarnia-Toronto corridor. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in the matter. Records include correspondence, itineraries, invitations, news releases, and other textual material.

Material accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the legalization of medically assisted dying in Canada. The material primarily documents the opinions of a member of the public. Records consist of an essay and correspondence including a letter to Telegdi from Elizabeth Witmer, Member of Provincial Parliament representing Waterloo North.

Invitations sent or received by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Schedules created for Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament for the week of June 20-25, 1994 and July 1, 1994. The schedules record various activities, meetings, and events Telegdi was scheduled to attend.

This subseries includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament, specifically throughout his second term of office held between June 2, 1997 and November 26, 2000. The material reflects Telegdi’s efforts to address issues raised by constituents and advance the priorities of the Liberal Party. Records include nomination and campaign material, correspondence, riding reports, invitations, news releases, and several files related to specific local or national issues such as post-secondary education funding, diplomatic relations, revisions to the Bank Act, the denaturalization and deportation case against Helmut Oberlander, and compensation for victims who received contaminated blood in Canada during the 1970s and 1980s and later contracted either the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or hepatitis C virus.

A signed letter sent by Dalton McGuinty congratulating Andrew Telegdi on his nomination as the candidate to represent the Liberal Party in the riding of Kitchener-Waterloo in the 1997 Canadian federal election. At the time, Dalton McGuinty was the Leader of the Official Opposition and Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be elected as a Member of Parliament representing the Liberal Party for the riding of Kitchener-Waterloo in the 1997 Canadian federal election. Records include brochures, flyers, speech transcripts, stickers, an invitation, a news release, press clippings, and other textual material. Also contains correspondence including signed letters of congratulations sent to Telegdi following his successful election from constituents, fellow politicians such as a Lorna Milne, Senator, and Gilbert Parent, Speaker of the House of Commons as well as community leaders such as Michael McGuire, then President of the Ontario Métis Aboriginal Association.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his political involvement with Communitech. Records include meeting notices, handwritten notes, invitations, news releases, draft funding proposals, correspondence, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to post-secondary research and education funding from the Canadian federal government. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in efforts to secure additional funding. Records include correspondence from individuals as well as educational institutions and associations, particularly from Telegdi’s riding.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to proposed changes to the Bank Act. The proposed changes included provisions allowing banks to offer insurance, portfolio management and investment advice similar to life insurance companies and securities dealers as well as provisions allowing banks to sell retail vehicle leases through their branches to customers. In addition, the proposed changes included provisions for the potential merger of banks. The material documents the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in these matters. Records include correspondence from individuals and corporate entities, reports, news releases, speech transcripts, presentation notes, invitations, and other textual material. Also contains a copy of a chapter Telegdi wrote on the insurance industry for a report prepared by the National Liberal Caucus Task Force on the Future of the Financial Services Sector. The report was released on November 4, 1998.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his political involvement with professional fire fighters’ associations including the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the Cambridge Professional Fire Fighters’ Association (CPFFA). Records include correspondence, two photographs, papers on Bill C-244 Blood Samples Act, and a legislative briefing book addressing issues such as pension reform, aircraft rescue, third party investigations and more that was distributed during the IAFF’s 9th Annual Legislative Conference.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament documenting his personal interest and political involvement in matters relating to Canadian-Hungarian relations. Many records detail events and activities held in Hungary in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of revolutions that swept across Europe in 1848. In addition, several documents address Hungary’s integration into Europe and interest in joining the United Nations. Other records outline the condition of Hungarian schools in Transylvania, the repatriation of Hungarian owned artwork residing in Canada following the Second World War, and other topics. Records include reports, speech transcripts, correspondence, invitations, handwritten notes, and a notebook.

Riding reports created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament that were distributed to constituents. Some reports provide a general overview of current political activities or events, while others address individual topics such as co-op housing, health care, job growth, the youth justice strategy, and the creation of Nunavut as a new territory in Canada. Includes two copies of a special millennium issue, one of which is signed by Jean Chrétien, Prime Minister of Canada.

Correspondence received by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament primarily from constituents about local events, post-secondary scholarships and funding programs, initiatives to address homelessness across Canada, co-operative housing, and other topics. Includes two signed letters from Jean Chrétien, Prime Minister of Canada, regarding job growth and Telegdi’s interest in serving as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Solicitor General. Also contains one signed letter from Mrs. Mary Francis, Assistant Private Secretary to The Queen, Buckingham Palace, thanking Telegdi for his condolence on the death of Diana, Princess of Wales.

Handwritten notes created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his involvement with the Canada-Cyprus Friendship Group. Records include a list of members, correspondence, meeting notices and agendas, invitations, speech transcripts, and other material. Also includes copies of the Cyprus Bulletin published between February 24, 1998 and September 13, 1999 as well as copies of the Cyprus Embassy Newsletter published between March 1998 and October 2000.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the development of a victim compensation package for individuals who received contaminated blood in Canada during the 1970s and 1980s and later contracted either the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or hepatitis C virus. Records include press clippings, correspondence from constituents, and a formal statement released by Telegdi.

Invitations sent or received by Andrew Telegdi as well as programs for events he likely attended during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Printed copies of calendars created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament outlining his monthly schedule. Each calendar records various activities, meetings, and events Telegdi was scheduled to attend. Some copies contain handwritten notes.

Three items of correspondence sent to Andrew Telegdi from the Ukrainian Canadian Civil Liberties Association and the Ukrainian Canadian Congress-Toronto Branch requesting Telegdi’s support for the founding of a government funded Canadian Museum of Genocide.

Material accumulated by Andrew Telegdi related to the Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative (ADI). Records include two reports summarizing the Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative and its two main programs: the First Nations On-reserve and Inuit in Inuit Communities program framework, and the Métis Off-reserve Aboriginal and Urban Inuit Prevention and Promotion (MOAUIPP) program framework. Also includes a guide to applicants for proposed projects.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament documenting the opinions of some constituents as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in the denaturalization and deportation case against Helmut Oberlander, a suspected war criminal. Oberlander was a resident of Andrew Telegdi’s constituency. Records include a biographical sketch of Oberlander, reports, articles, research material, and correspondence between Telegdi, constituents, associations, corporate entities, and fellow politicians including Jean Chrétien, Prime Minister of Canada. One item of correspondence from a constituent includes a copy of a booklet titled, Communism: The Unpublished Crime by S. Astons published in 1986.

News releases issued to the public regarding Andrew Telegdi's political activities during his tenure as a Member of Parliament. Includes releases announcing funding for Kitchener-Waterloo Counselling Services and offering his congratulations to Member of Provincial Parliament Jean-Marc Lalonde on receiving his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Waterloo. One news release contains handwritten notes.

This subseries includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament, specifically throughout his third term of office held between November 27, 2000 and June 27, 2004. The material reflects Telegdi’s efforts to address issues raised by constituents and advance the priorities of the Liberal Party. Records include nomination and campaign material, correspondence, riding reports, invitations, and several files related to specific local or national issues such as amendments to citizenship and immigration legislation, the denaturalization and deportation case against Helmut Oberlander and Wasyl Odynsky, the legalization of same-sex marriage, Canada’s involvement in the Iraq War, and the development of First Nations governance legislation.

A flyer invitation for the Kitchener-Waterloo Nomination Night held at the Transylvania Club in Kitchener, Ontario on October 19, 2000. This event was held to nominate a candidate to represent the Liberal Party in the riding of Kitchener-Waterloo in the 2000 Canadian federal election. The speaker and special guest of the event was Shelia Copps, Member of Parliament representing Hamilton East and Minister of Canadian Heritage. The flyer features a picture of Andrew Telegdi on the front and a form for individuals to submit if they wanted to participate in Telegdi’s subsequent election campaign on the back.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his campaign to be elected as a Member of Parliament representing the Liberal Party for the riding of Kitchener-Waterloo in the 2000 Canadian federal election. Records include brochures, flyers, speech transcripts, correspondence, quotes, an invitation, news releases, press clippings featuring election advertisements, biographical information about Telegdi, a summary of the election results, and other textual material.

A business card likely distributed by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Handwritten notes likely created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

A photograph featuring Andrew Telegdi and Paul Martin standing with a group of individuals on a golf course. It is not known where or when this picture was specifically taken.

Correspondence sent and received by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament primarily from constituents related to various topics including the insurance industry, light rail transportation, the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, the National White Ribbon Against Pornography (WRAP) campaign as well as private members bills such as Bill C-464 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (blood alcohol content) and Bill C-328 An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code. The file includes four signed letters from Jean Chrétien, Prime Minister of Canada, containing birthday greetings and condolence messages as well as thank you letters from other Members of Parliament such as John Godfrey and Bill Graham.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament documenting the opinions of some constituents and Telegdi’s political involvement in the denaturalization and deportation case against Helmut Oberlander, a suspected war criminal. Oberlander was a resident of Andrew Telegdi’s constituency. Records primarily include correspondence between Telegdi, constituents, associations, corporate entities, and fellow politicians such as Herb Gray, Elinor Caplan, and Denis Coderre, as well as articles written by Jerzy T. Pindera and other textual material.

The file also includes press clippings, correspondence, and news releases related to criticism Telegdi received following remarks he made on May 4, 2001 that compared Canada’s deportation procedures to those in Stalinist or Nazi totalitarian regimes. In addition, the file contains records documenting a public exchange between Telegdi and Keith Landy, then President of the Canadian Jewish Congress. Furthermore, the file contains material related to public exchanges between Telegdi and Warren Kinsella, a Canadian lawyer, and Liberal Party activist including correspondence, news releases, and a notice of liability possibly sent to Warren Kinsella and The Toronto Star by Telegdi.

Invitations sent or received by Andrew Telegdi as well as programs and tickets for events he likely attended during his tenure as a Member of Parliament.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament documenting the opinions of some members of the public as well as Telegdi’s political involvement in the denaturalization and deportation case against Wasyl Odynsky, a suspected war criminal. Records include correspondence, media releases, press articles, postcards, a pamphlet, a flyer, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Bill C-11 Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Records include correspondence documenting the opinions of some members of the public, a report outlining general problems with Bill C-11 possibly prepared by Telegdi, and speaking notes for an address given by Peter Showler, Chairperson, Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada. Also includes a news release, a letter written by Telegdi in 2002 to colleagues outlining his support of new regulations for determining admissibility for immigration to Canada proposed by Denis Coderre, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, and other textual material.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament predominately related to legislation introduced to amend or replace the 1977 Citizenship Act including Bill C-373 An Act to amend the Citizenship Act, Bill C-417 Code of Canadian Citizenship, Bill C-271 An Act to amend the Citizenship Act, and Bill C-18 Citizenship of Canada Act. The material documents Telegdi’s personal interest and political involvement in amending the legislation, particularly clauses concerning citizenship revocation for naturalized citizens. In addition, the documents highlight the opinions and concerns of members of the public as well as efforts of other politicians to amend citizenship legislation. Records include correspondence, news releases, pamphlets, notes, stickers, reports, a draft policy paper regarding the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms written by Telegdi, and other textual material.

Also includes a copy of The Long Haul, vol. IX, issue 3 (2001 June), a newspaper published by End Legislated Poverty. End Legislated Poverty is a coalition of anti-poverty groups, welfare advocates, unions, and churches working together to end poverty. This issue contains articles related to elections in British Columbia, housing costs, dental care, National Aboriginal Day 2001, and other topics.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to post-secondary research and education funding. The material documents efforts to secure additional funding for universities across Canada and specifically for the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University through scholarships, fellowships, donations, and the selection of Canada Research Chairs. Records include correspondence, news releases, an invitation, schedule, program, speaking notes, and other textual records.

Printed copies of calendars created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament outlining his daily, weekly, or monthly schedule. Each calendar records various activities, meetings, and events Telegdi was scheduled to attend. Some copies contain handwritten notes.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to programs intended to prevent and reduce homelessness in Canada. Records include correspondence related to specific programs such as Out of the Cold, the Supporting Communities Partnership Initiative (SCPI), and the Government of Canada's Homelessness Initiative. Also includes a question and answer sheet about the Supporting Communities Partnership Initiative (SCPI), the Urban Aboriginal Strategy-Homelessness, Youth Employment Strategy, and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program and Shelter Enhancement Program. In addition, the file contains an invitation to a community forum on homelessness that was held at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Waterloo, Ontario on September 12, 2001, and related material from that event.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to his involvement with the Canada-Cyprus Friendship Group. Records include correspondence, an overview of the European Court of Human Rights ruling regarding the legal consequences of Turkey’s invasion and military presence in Cyprus, a resolution created by Canadian citizens in Montreal to mark the twenty-seventh anniversary of Turkish invasion in Cyprus, and related material. Also includes items related to an address of the President of the Republic of Cyprus at the United National General Assembly, and a news release regarding the presidential elections in Cyprus held on February 16, 2003.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to a project focused on eco-planning and environmental management in coastal communities in China that received funding from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). Records include a project proposal prepared by Dr. Geoff Wall, Program Director and David Johnston, President of the University of Waterloo and correspondence confirming funding approval. Also contains material related to the formal announcement of CIDA funding for the project held at the University of Waterloo on January 15, 2002 including an event schedule, news release, and Telegdi’s speaking notes. Andrew Telegdi attended this event as a guest speaker.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the Technology Partnerships Canada (TPC) program, specifically to project submissions and grants awarded to organizations in Kitchener-Waterloo. Records include correspondence regarding project applications, news releases, information sheets, notes, question and answer sheets, copies of formal statements delivered by Telegdi and a letter to the editor of the Ottawa Citizen written by Telegdi concerning loan repayments.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Telegdi’s open call for a Liberal leadership convention to remove Jean Chrétien, Prime Minister of Canada, as party leader in 2002. Also includes material related to a public debate between Telegdi and Warren Kinsella, a Canadian lawyer, and Liberal Party activist. Telegdi believed Jean Chrétien used Kinsella to intimidate Members of Parliament who wanted Paul Martin to become the new leader of the Liberal Party. At the time, Paul Martin served as a Member of Parliament representing LaSalle—Émard and Minister of Finance. Records include press articles, correspondence, news releases, an article possibly written by Telegdi regarding demands for the disclosure of Paul Martin's donations for a future leadership campaign, and multiple drafts of an article titled, Canada Needs a Leadership Convention written by Telegdi.

Schedules created for Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament for various activities, meetings, and events Telegdi was scheduled to attend. Also includes related material such as speaking notes, correspondence, and background information.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Bill C-36 Anti-terrorism Act. The material documents Telegdi’s concerns that the legislation negatively impacted civil liberties because it allowed for preventative detention and arrest, compelled individuals to testify against themselves, and did not provide sufficient accountability measures. In addition, the file contains correspondence sent between Telegdi, members of the public, and fellow colleagues following his vote against Bill C-36 during the Third Reading on November 28, 2001. Also includes news releases, speech transcripts, talking points, draft articles written by Telegdi, background information, and a report titled, The Views of Canadian Scholars on the Impact of the Anti-terrorism Act by Thomas Gabor, Department of Criminology, University of Ottawa.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the development of the high technology industry and infrastructure in Kitchener and Waterloo, Ontario. Records include correspondence and notes as well as invitations, agendas, programs, and other textual material created during the planning of Peter Harder and Allan Rock's separate visits to Waterloo in 2002. At the time, Peter Harder was Deputy Minister of Industry Canada and Allan Rock was Minister of Industry. Andrew Telegdi hosted both visits.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Tamil Nite 2001 presented by the Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region. Records include a schedule of events and a program containing statements, articles, and essays likely written by members of the Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region. The program also contains advertisements and a written message from Telegdi to all members of the Tamil Cultural Association of Waterloo Region. In addition, the file contains a transcript for a speech delivered by Telegdi during Tamil Nite 2001.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Telegdi’s participation in a visit of a Parliamentary delegation led by Peter Milliken to Austria and Hungary. At the time, Peter Milliken served as a Member of Parliament representing Kingston and the Islands and as Speaker of the House of Commons of Canada. Records include briefing notes, biographical information, parliamentary histories, and country profiles. Also includes programs, invitations, reports, correspondence, handwritten notes, a newsletter, pamphlet, menu, and other textual material.

Riding reports created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament that were distributed to constituents. Some reports provide a general overview of current political activities or events, while others address specific topics such as citizenship rights, funding to help low- and middle-income families save for their children’s education, and the environment.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Canada’s relation to the Iraq War. Records include correspondence from members of the public urging Telegdi to oppose Canadian participation in any military action against Iraq, a report outlining how a war with Iraq might be avoided, a report providing a summary of Canadian views on security and defence issues from various polls, and a fact sheet on the Canadian defence program.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Records include a copy of a speech given by Telegdi on April 9, 2002 in the House of Commons regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, a copy of an article titled, A Clean Break: A New Strategy for Securing the Realm by Richard Perle, and a letter received by Telegdi from Eric Vernon, Director of Government Relations at the Canadian Jewish Congress, regarding the possible deregistration of Canadian Magen David Adom for Israel (CMDA), an organization in Canada that provides ambulances, medical equipment, supplies, and blood testing kits to Magen David Adom in Israel.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the unemployment and underemployment of immigrants and refugees in Canada. Includes articles with background information and news releases announcing changes to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations impacting the selection process for skilled workers immigrating to Canada. Also contains material related to two forums held in Kitchener, Ontario in 2003 addressing the unemployment and underemployment of immigrants and refugees in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Records include correspondence, an agenda, printed web articles and press clippings, an invitation, and other textual material.