Series is comprised of sound recording created by, or about, Alice Munro. The materials were collected by Walter Martin and Warren Ober for their research.

File consists of a recording of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) program Morningside featuring an interview with Alice Munro.

Series is comprised of miscellaneous materials related to Alice Munro. The materials were created or accumulated by Walter Martin and Warren Ober for their research.

File consists of correspondence between W.R. Martin and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) regarding the possibility of obtaining a transcript of an interview with Alice Munro on Morningside, as well as notes on the interview.

The collection consists primarily of photocopied material used and annotated by Dr. Walter Martin for his book Alice Munro: Paradox and Parallel published in 1987 by the University of Alberta Press. This includes articles written by Alice Munro, short stories, interviews, biographical and critical articles, as well as paperback copies of her books. Also present is a photocopied proof copy of of Moons of Jupiter, a collection of short stories by A. Munro published by Macmillan of Canada in 1982, sent to Dr. Martin by Douglas Gibson of Macmillan. Additional material includes audio recordings of Alice Munro reading her own works and of an interview done with her by Peter Gzowski for “This Country in the Morning.”

Draft speeches written by Joseph Connell between 1963 and 1966, and audio cassettes containing recordings of some speeches and sessions delivered during the Young Men’s Christian Association’s (YMCA) annual meeting held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 13-17, 1984. Also includes two audio cassettes featuring a recording of the salute to Joseph Orr Connell on his retirement from the YMCA in May 1976 and one audio cassette containing a recording of remarks given by Charles Greb at the opening of a new Waterloo Family YMCA on June 10, 1971.

Draft speech notes written by Joseph Orr Connell on envelopes, dated 1963 to 1966. The notes outline topics ranging from youth in modern society, changes and trends in society, women, and world peace. Also includes a speech, written in French, which expressed Joseph Connell’s gratitude to the Industrial Accident Prevention Association of Quebec, dated April 4, 1963. Also includes a photocopy of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra concert program from Wednesday, November 12, 1952. Joseph Connell, as YMCA Secretary, was listed as a speaker providing remarks of appreciation during the concert. The program contains an assortment of ads from local businesses and companies such as salons, insurance companies, and furniture stores.

A recording of devotions given by Egon Slopianka, First Secretary of the European Alliance of YMCA’s, as well as Robert Vakey, member of the National Council of the Canadian YMCA at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 15, 1984.

Side 1 and 2; a recording of a presentation given by Margaret Catley-Carlson, President of the Canadian International Development Agency at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 16, 1984. This presentation was part of plenary session V and discussed the power and potential of the voluntary sector in humanitarian efforts and shortfalls of the current government. Additionally, she talked about the power of organizations like the YMCA to respond to change and confront the dangers of nuclear war, threats to the environment, and the continuing problem of world poverty. Some parts of Margaret Catley-Carlson’s speech were delivered in French.

Side 1; a recording of a speech given by Rix Rogers, Secretary General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Council, YMCA during the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 16, 1984. During his speech, Rix Rogers discussed the contributions of YMCA staff and a report of the year’s activities in each service area: field services, government relations, program development, international development, Geneva Park located in Orillia, Ontario, and administrative services. Additionally, he commented on the coordination, resources and information management systems needed at the YMCA.

Side 1 and 2; a recording of a presentation given by Tony Paterson, member of the YMCA Government Relations Committee, at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 16, 1984. This presentation was part of plenary session IV and provided a summary of a vote held during the annual meeting. Subjects discussed in the presentation include YMCA programming, relation, and development as well as future trends and needs.

Two audio cassettes containing a recording of the salute to Joseph Orr Connell on his retirement from the YMCA in May 1976. Presentations during the salute included opening remarks, a history of Joseph Connell’s time served in the YMCA, speeches by friends and YMCA members about Joseph Connell’s impact and legacy on the YMCA locally and nationally.

Side 1; a recording of a speech given by Charles E. Greb on the opening of a new Waterloo YMCA on June 10, 1971. His speech discussed the history and background of the YMCA in the Kitchener-Waterloo region and its transition to being a family-orientated organization.

Side 2; a recording of closing remarks presented by Charles Greb at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on June 16, 1984. At the time, Charles Greb was at the end of his two-year terms as Chairman of the National Council of YMCA’s of Canada. His speech focused on the YMCA’s global endeavours. There is a clearer duplicate of the recording in File 2: YMCA 27.

Side 1 and 2; a recording of devotions given by Tom Coon at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on June 17, 1984.

Side 1 and 2; a recording of a presentation given by Alan Gregg at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 13, 1984. His presentation discussed the ‘Baby Boomer’ (1946-1966) generation’s impact on society, the depression of birth rates, and the increase of women in the work force.

A recording of a presentation given by Solon B. Cousins, National Executive Director of the YMCA in the United States, at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 13, 1984. His presentation discussed a number of topics including increased anti-immigration sentiments in the United States, economic inflation, and the rising cost of living in North America.

A recording of a presentation given by Matthew Malaker, founder of the YMCA in Bangladesh, at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 13, 1984. His presentation discussed how the YMCA provided social opportunities and benefited communities in Bangladesh.

A recording of a presentation given by Jim Love, President of the World YMCA, at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 14, 1984. This presentation was part of plenary session III and discussed the YMCA’s visions and global perspectives. Additionally, he commented on the YMCA’s humanitarian efforts in war torn countries and recently decolonized countries.

A recording of devotions given by Richard Patten, Director of the Ottawa office of the National Council, YMCA, as well as Ghassan Sayah, General Secretary of the YMCA in Beirut, Lebanon at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 15, 1984.

Material relating to the organization, administration and operations of the Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association from 1906 to 1992. Includes annual reports, minutes of the Board of Directors and its committees, financial records, legal records relating to land transactions, returns to the Provincial Secretary, correspondence, and other records relating to buildings and facilities, staff and programs. Includes material relating to the K-W Y's Men's Club, Delta Phalanx, the Spokes Club and Pan Politae.

Fonds consists of the records of the Canadian Coalition on Acid Rain documenting all aspects of its activities and operations during its 10-year existence from 1981-1991. These include correspondence, minutes and reports, research files, financial records, legal records, publications, ephemera, audio-visual material, realia, and other material created or received by the CCAR and CAPF in the course of their business, and constitute a study in Canada-U.S. environmental relations.

Fonds consists of textual and visual materials created and received by Dorney over the course of his career, including drafts and reprints of most of his published writings, teaching and course materials, audio-visual materials, framed items, ephemera and realia. Of interest is an original map by Dorney which attempts to reconstruct the original vegetation patterns in North Dumfries Township in Waterloo County in the 19th century. Dorney's collection of slides is particularly significant in its documentation of natural vegetation, urban impact and areas of ecological interest both locally and elsewhere and includes extensive documentation of the "mini-forest" at his home at 124 Amos Ave. in Waterloo.

Series consists biographical and personal materials relating to the life of Robert Dorney. Also includes posthumous materials such as condolences, obituaries, and plans for the Robert Starbird Dorney Memorial Garden.

File consists of ten appointment books for Robert Dorney spanning the years 1976-1986.

File consists of articles, primarily from journals, that are about or that quote Robert Dorney.

File consists of clippings kept by Robert Dorney on various topics of interest to him.

File consists of correspodnence and related materials concerning the death of, and memorial plans proposed for, Robert Dorney.

File consists of CVs and biographical notes for Robert Dorney.

File consists of obituaries and memorials for Robert Dorney. Includes clippings, articles, tributes and speech transcripts.

File consists of materials relating to the development of the Robert Starbird Dorney Ecology Garden and the Robert Starbird Dorney Trail and Valleyland System, both in memory of Dorney. Note that the memorial garden was on the University of Waterloo Campus in front of Environment 1 and that the trail along Clair Lake in the Beechwood subdivision in Waterloo was named after Dorney in 1991.

Series consists of maps and plans, some created by Dorney during his education and through the course of his work. Also includes plans of the Robert Dorney Memorial Garden.

File consists of one plan for the gardens and property of 218 Dufferin Ave., Brantford.

File consists of one map of the counties of Brant, Norfolk, Haldimand, Elgin and Oxford showing patterns of original vegetation based on surveyors field notes. The map was compiled by Robert Dorney. Include one original and one copy.

File consists of two plans for a garden design for Mary Stedman.

File consists of four architectural drawings by W.S.H. of a house for Ken Coyles.

File consists of one plan of the Robert Starbird Dorney Memorial Garden.

File consists of one zoning map of Waterloo, Ontario.

Series consists of realia including plaques and awards, and badges.

File consists of the Bradford Williams Medal in Journalistic Excellence awarded to Dorney in 1984 by the American Society of Landscape Architects for "Sometimes the cure is as bad as the disease" published in Landscape Architecture, May/June 1984.

File consists of badges and pins worn by Lindsay and Robert Dorney at various conferences and events.

File consists of a membership certificate for Dorney from the Canadian Institute of Planners.

File consists of the Canadian Wildflower Society Conservation Award, awarded posthumously to Dorney.

File consists of one copper engraving plate used in research articles showing stages of cells.

File consists of one certificate of membership for the Ontario Society for Environmental Management. Also include stickers for years 1978-1987.

File consists of two plaques presented to Dorney from Yogyakarta State University in Indonesia. One plaque is an a presentation box.

File consists of one limited edition print (3/500) of the Environmental studies building with inset portraits of Dorney and two others.

File consists of the Federation of Ontario Naturalists Richards Education Award, awarded to Dorney.

File consists of one award given posthumously to Dorney from the Grand River Conservation Authority.

File consists of the Ontario Society for Environmental Management Robert S. Dorney award awarded to Dorney for outstanding contributions to environmental management.

File consists of one posthumous service award given to Dorney by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo in recognition of his work in the protection and management of the region's natural environment.

File consists of one award given to Dorney for his PhD thesis dissertation "The relation of weather, parasitic diseases and hunting to Wisconsin Grouse populations."

Series consists of materials created and accumulated by Robert Dorney relating to his interests and activities that were not part of his teaching career or work with Ecoplans Ltd.

File consists of a question and answer talk given by Dorney April 18, 1982 at Laurel Creek Conservation Centre.

File consists of materials related to the Carolinian Forest garden that Dorney cultivated at his house at 124 Amos Ave. Includes sketches, plant lists, tours and photographs and a clipping.

File consists of environmental assessments materials relating to rail lands in Waterloo Region. In particular the Branchton-Galt CNR railway line is looked at, and the environmental impact of a pipe line along this route is considered. Includes assessment reports, maps, agendas, etc.

File consists of clippings on Aldo Leopold, and American ecologist who Dorney studied under.

Series consists of materials created and accumulate by Ecoplans Ltd., a company formed by Dorney in 1970. Dorney was president until 1979 and then Chairman of the Board. Major projects of Ecoplans included urban forestry, water quality and environmental design as well as numerous highway and pipeline projects for the Province of Ontario. Approximately 100 plans were completed between 1970 and 1987 in which Dorney was able to "explore and demonstrate how environmentally science can be the basis of rational, less costly and pleasing development." Series contains publications and drafts of plans and projects undertaken by Ecoplans as well as some working and personal materials.

Two ts. of an ecological appraisal of a woodlot at the Metropolitan Zoo by Dorney and E. Mackintosh, a soil scientist at the University of Guelph.

File consists of materials relating to the Ecoplans office building and the surrounding gardens. Includes a list of plants, a self guided tour, and ms. notes on plants and herbs.

File consists of one ts. draft with ms. annotations of Erin Mills tree preservation manual dated October 1980 prepared by Ecoplans.

File consists of Landscape Architecture magazine from April 1970. Includes an article by Dorney titled "The ecologist in action."

File consists of two notebooks kept by Dorney while working for Ecoplans. The first notebook, a filed book is dated 1980-1987. The other is dated 1977-1982 and is titled "Ecoplans landscape."

File consists of one ts. (photocopy) first draft with two items of accompanying correspondence.

File consists of one Ecoplans folder with promotional material on Ecoplans. Includes brochures, fee structures, letterhead, etc.

Series consists of materials created and accumulated by Dorney from his time as a student at the University of Wisconsin and his early work in Wisconsin, particularly with grouse and animal parasites.

File consists of research data on and images of the Eimeria Oocysts parasite.

File consists of one duotang of ms. course notes for ecology classes taken by Dorney at the University of Wisconsin from 1948-1952.

File consists of ms. and ts. notes from the art survey course 53A at the University of Wisconsin, Department of Art and Art Education, Extension Division.

File consists of ms. and ts. course notes for zool 153. The notes are on animal behaviour, particularly that of birds.

File consists of research data on and images of the Eimeria parasite.

File consists of research data on and images of the Eimeria Vilasi parasite.

File consists of research data on and images of the Eimeria Wisconinensis parasite.

File consists of employee performance and development reports for Dorney while he was employed by the Wisconsin Conservation Department. Dorney worked for the department while he was completing his PhD at the University of Wisconsin.

File consists of one ts. (photocopy, 98 leaves) of Dorney's PhD thesis from the University of Wisconsin.

File consists of research data on and images of the Woodchuck Coccidia parasite.

Series is comprised of materials relating to courses taught and project supervised by Dorney at the University of Waterloo from 1983-1987 as well as during guest lecture appointments at the University of Guelph and York University.

File consists of ts. article by Dorney, possibly used for Planning 680.

File consists of materials from ES 500. Includes course outlines, project outlines, ms. and ts. class notes, etc.

File consists of materials relating to the University of Waterloo and Gadjah Mada University (Indonesia) collaboration programs. The program was designed to look at bottom-up problem solving for environmental problems in Indonesia.

File consists of materials from Planning 780. Includes ms. and ts. class notes, readings, field trip notes, and weekly course information.

File consists of course outlines and field trip information.

File consists of reading for the class Planning 780. Includes both loose copies and a spiral bound collection of the readings.

File consists of materials from Planning 801/802. Includes course outlines, project outlines, ms. and ts. class notes, etc.

File consists of ts. (carbon) of one essay titled "Reflections on societal concern for resource management and ecology as a practicing professional" used by Dorney for his course Man Environment 358.

File consists of a ts. draft (photocopy, 362 pages) of "State of the environment report - Regional Municipality of Waterloo" by T.J. Elkin, S. Couture and J. Palmer under the guidance of Dorney.

File consists of ms. and ts. materials created by Dorney while he was a guest lecturer at the University of Guelph and York University. Includes course outlines, reading lists, resources, etc.

Series consists of publications written by Dorney and others, as well as proceedings of conferences that Dorney spoke at and materials relating to the publication of Dorney's book "The professional practice of environmental management." The book was published posthumously in 1989 and was edited by Robert's wife Lindsay Dorney.

Published with B.L. Lee in Journal of Protozoology 18, no. 4 (1971): 587 592.

Presented at Twenty First Annual Meeting of the Canadian association of Geographers, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ont., 1971. 1971.
Mimeograph typescript. Index file note: significant early paper.71/3.

Published in Transactions of the Thirty-Fifth Federal-Provincial Wildlife Conference, 53-36. Toronto, Ont., 6 July 1971.

By members of the Ecology and Resource Management Research Group, Division of Environmental Studies, Univeristy of Waterloo.

Published in Land Seminar Proceedings, Can. Council Resource and Environment Ministers, 57-58. Fredericton N.B., 19 September, 1973.

Published in Green Side Up Symposium, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ont., April 1972.

Published in Right of Way 19, no. 3 (June 1972): 34-36, 41-42.