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Margaret Phillips fonds

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  • 1931 - 2015

Margaret Phillips began her career in municipal recreation, and became an advocate and activist for feminist and social justice issues. She was a founder of the Northern Woman's Bookstore, an executive director of the Lakehead Social Planning Council, and on the board of directors of Inter Pares, among other work.

[Oversized Awards]

The Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario Canada To All To Whom These Presents May Come Greeting: We the Regents, Senate and Executive of this Society certify that: Margaret Alberta Phillips has complied with all the requirements of law, and after examination by the Board of Regents, has been judged qualified to practice Recreation in all its branches and, thereby, is privileged to the title of: Registered Director of Municipal Recreation which is hereby conferred. Having pledged to honour The Canons of Good Practice, and having accepted the responsibilities and obligations implied and embodied in membership of the Society, is hereby admitted to: Fellowship with the right to unrestricted practice, all the honours, privileges, and prerogatives pertaining to that degree. By the authority vested in The Directors of Municipal Recreation Act, MCMLVIII, given Royal Assent by Her Gracious Majesty, Elizabeth II, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Ontario in testimony whereof we do hereunto pen our signatures and affix the Corporate Seal of The Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario this affix the Corporate Seal of The Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario this Sixth day of September in the year of our Lord 1958

The Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario Letter of Privilege By this letter of privilege be it hereby known that Margaret A Phillips A Registered Director of Municipal Recreation is hereby authorized to use the designation R. D. M. R. This privilege is in accordance with the authority vested in The Directors of Municipal Recreation Act, MCMLV III, given royal assent by Her Gracious Majesty, Elizabeth II, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Ontario in testimony thereof we do hereunto affix our signatures and the Corporate Seal of the Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario this 7th day of April in the year of Our Lord 1975

correspondence regarding: Fellowship from the Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario

Ontario Department of Education Community Programmes Branch This is to Certify that Margaret Phillips has completed successfully the three year course of in-service training for municipal recreation directors as prescribed by Ontario regulations 10/54 made under the Department of Education Act. Feb 1, 1957

The Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario Canada To All To Whom These Presents May Come Greeting: We the Regents, Senate and Executive of this Society certify that: Margaret Alberta Phillips has compiled with all the requirements of law, and after examination by the Board of Regents, has been judged qualified to practice Recreation in all its branches and, thereby, is privileged to the title of: Registered Director of Municipal Recreation which is hereby conferred. Having pledged to the title of: Registered Director of Municipal Recreation which is hereby conferred. Having pledged to honour The Canons of Good Practice, and having accepted the responsibilities and obligations implied and embodied in membership of the Society, is hereby admitted to: Fellowship with the right to unrestricted practice, and all the honours, privileges, pertaining to that degree. By the authority vested in The Directors of Municipal Recreation Act, MCMLVIII, given Royal Assent by Her Gracious Majesty ,Elizabeth II, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Ontario in testimony whereof we do hereunto pen our signatures and affix the Corporate Seal on The Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario this Sixth day of September in the year of our Lord 1958

Silver Box

Medal Thunder Bay Ontario North America’s meeting place since the days of the fur trade, [Historical summary]

[Awards and Certificates]

Be it Known to all men that …. Margaret Alberta Phillips 16-57 having successfully completed the examinations required and satisfied the Board of Regents in all matters pertaining to the Certificate is hereby awarded the standing of fellow in the Recreation Directors Federation of Ontario and is entitled to all privileges [embodied] in such Fellowship. Dated April 25/57

The Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario To be elected by one’s peers to the office of President of their professional body is demonstration of existent trust in, and regard for, the existent trust in, and regard for, the expertise, dedication and personal attributes the individual embodies and can contribute to the duties of the office. The members of this Society deem it an honour and privilege to hereby express appreciation and recognition to Margaret Phillips, as President of the Society, for the personal effort, level of leadership, and maintenance of high professional standards in the field of recreation during the term 1966-67.

Lakehead University Thunder Bay, Ontario it is Certified That Margaret Alberta Phillips having completed the required courses of study and having complied with all other requirements of the University, is hereby admitted to the Degree of Bachelor of Arts in testimony whereof we have affixed our signatures and the seal of the university this fifteenth day of November, A.D. 1980
Institute on Recreation Administration National Recreation Association The officers and board of directors of the National Recreation Association and the committee for the Institute on Recreation Administration certify that Margaret Phillips has successfully completed the Institute on Recreation Administration (12 hours) dealing with Creative Problem Solving Given at Minneapolis, Minnesota this 3rd day of October, 1965

On the occasion of Celebration 20/20 commemorating 20 years of partnership of Canadian Non-Governmental Organizations engaged in international development and the Government of Canada through the Canadian International Development Agency collaborating with peoples in the developing nations of the world Inter Pares acknowledge the significant contribution of Margaret Phillips On behalf of the international development community in Canada and of the numerous partners in developing countries, we extend sincere appreciation.

University of Western Ontario Summer School and Extension Department This is to Certify that Miss Margaret Phillips having attended classes in the Recreation Directors’ Course from November, 1953 to January 15 1957 has satisfactorily completed the Course and has been granted the Certificate.

Lakehead University Course History at Lakehead University.

Shelley Wark-Martyn, M.P.P. Port Arthur Riding would like to extend congratulations to the Northern Woman’s Book Store on the Occasion of your 10th Anniversary Thank you to Margaret Phillips from the women in our community for providing access to many interesting and informative publications best wishes for many more years of proprietorship March 15, 1994

Shelley Wark-Martyn, M.P.P. Port Arthur Riding would like to extend congratulations to the Northern Woman’s Book Store on the Occasion of your 10th Anniversary Thank you to Margaret Phillips from the women in our community for providing access to many interesting and informative publications best wishes for many more years of proprietorship March 15, 1994

Photographs and Albums

Photographs and albums from Margaret Phillips' family and friends varying in date from sometime before the 1920's to 2015. Dates on folders are inferred as the majority of the photos are unlabeled or undated, with some exceptions.

[Framed together]

2 photos of house

Drawing of house

To Margaret Fuller on the Occasion of your retirement from the Public Service I wish to thank you for on behalf of the Government and people of Canada for your contribution over 36 years of faithful service and to you their best Wishes June 30, 1977 signed by the Prime Minister

[Photos from San Juan Feb. 1977]

81 photos

Descriptions on the back of select photos:
-Toronto Airport (2) Feb/77
-University (1903) San Juan - Feb./77
-Old San Juan - Feb,/77
-Christophea Columbus - Oldest Church - Old San Juan Feb/77
-El Morro Fortress - Old San Juan - Feb./77
-San juan Bay Feb./77
-Old San Juan (Walls of City + Gate) Feb./77
-El Morro Fortress - Old San Juan - Feb/77
-San Juan (camera repairs) Feb/77
-Condado Beach - La Concha Hotel 1st + Convention Center 2/77
-Condada Beach Hotel - San Juan Feb./77
-Condada - Convention Centre - San Juan - Feb/77
-African Tulip Tree - Puerto Rico - Feb./77
-“El Yunque” Rain Forest - African Tulip Tree 2/77
-Rain Forest “El Yunque” Puerto Rico Feb./77
-Condado Beach - San Juan - Feb./77
-El Morro - Old San Juan Feb/77
-M. + D. - The King’s Rib - San Juan - 2/77
-Luquillo Beach - Puerto Rico - Feb./77
-Condado Beach - San Juan - Feb./77
-Condado Beach Hotel - Room 485 - Feb/77
-“Scotch + Sirloin” - M. eating crab San juan Feb./77
-Condado Beach Hotel Pool (Day 1) Feb./77
-Roadside Fruit Stand - Puerto Rico - 2/77 Pineapple - .90
-Room 485 - Condado Beach Hotel - San Juan - 2/77
-Condado Beach Hotel - San Juan - Feb./77
-After the swim - Condado - San Juan - 2/77
-Condado Beach - San Juan - Feb./77
-Convention Centre - San Juan - Feb./77
-Chita Rivera - Convention Centre - San Juan 2/77
-Condado Beach + Convention Centre - San Juan - 2/77
-Condado Beach Hotel Pool - San Juan - 2/77
-Condado Beach - San Juan - 2/77
-Condado Beach Hotel Terrace - San Juan - Feb 77

[Photos 1990s - 2010s]

25 photos

Descriptions on the back of select photos:
-July 18/03 Noreen Margaret Julie @ Tina’s for BBQ
-John Lgele, Chris Pengelly Margo + Alain “wee” Richard at beach when they were here July 1/01
-Dorothy Henson Bruce Me + Great Grandchildren Samantha + Ronald
-Florence Yard Sale day - Oct. 1990
-Back Yard - 333 - Sept. 1990

[Photos Pre 1920]

22 Photos

Descriptions on the back of select photos:
-About 1913
-This is me and [my cat]. There is another one on my back but he tried to get away
-[Tomboy] Taylor

[Newspaper Clippings]

Residents in the Royal Oak [1963]

Harold and Lois Clark 65th Wedding Anniversary October 27, 2002

Marriage announcement

Playground Supervisors on Job for Summer

Bring Canadian Hoop

[Course Certificates]

Certificat D’inscription pour l’Ecole Internationale de l’alliance Française

The Commandery in Canada The Grand Priory in the British Realm of the Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem The St. John Ambulance Association This Certificate in First Aid to the Injured is awarded to Margaret Phillips May 1946

Envelope: Mr. Albert Beattie Billings Bridge
-Ontario Farm You are now registered in the Children’s Brigade bigade of the Ontario Farm Service Force. As a member of this Force your code of behaviour is as follows
-Hawthorne Musical Festival, May 1st, 1941 This is to certify that Margaret Phillips was awarded third place for piano solo, grade IV
-High School Entrance Certificate It is hereby certified That Margaret Phillips has complied with the requirements for admission to a Collegiate Institute, High School, Continuation School or Vocational School signed on behalf of the high school entrance board at Ottawa June 18, 1943

My Year Correspondence Pre - 1980/81

Course History at Lakehead

correspondence regarding: information concerning the Laidlaw Foundation Fellowship Program, Unable to study at Falk High School this fall, brief outline for the Canadian Crossroads International, cancel leave of absence July 18, 1980, information for World University Service of Canada April 23, 1980, CCSD 27 January 1978, Appropriate Dress For Annual Meeting and Annual Banquet, Studying with Falk High School, more background about Canada World Youth, Canada World Youth March 5/80, information from the World University Service of Canada, MATCH Talent Bank March 30, 1980, visiting Thunder Bay March 26, 1980, Spare Rih, Information May 12, 1980, visa February 13, 1980, World university Service of Canada and overseas assignments May 12, 1980,World University Service of Canada objectives and programs inquiry April 20, 1980, CIIR unable to pay overseas volunteer’s travel fare, finalized plans, apologies, Canadian Executive Service Overseas Future Project June 5, 1980, Canadian Executive Service Overseas Volunteer Consultants position April 23, 1980

Laidlaw Foundation Application for Fellowship

1980-81 At The Women’s Writer’s Center, Inc.

CCI Overseas Program

Society of Directors of Municipal Recreation of Ontario

International Development Research Centre Research Associate Award

Task Description:Country Coordinator

Canadian Executive Service Overseas Personal Information Form

WUSC Memo Development Agencies

CIIR Overseas Volunteers What are Volunteers?

Background Information of Margaret Phillips

The Canadian Executive Service Overseas pamphlet

Jobworld Overseas Job Directory

Canadian Executive Service Overseas Personal Information Form

[Political Correspondence]

correspondence regarding: CYC 29 December 1969, special meeting of the Port Arthur and Fort William N.D.P. May 31, 1972, special meeting of the Port Arthur and Fort William N.D.P. 9 June, 1972, special meeting of the Port Arthur and Fort William N.D.P. 14 June 1972, Nomination in Fort William 6th January, 1971, Final cheque 13 February 1974, Canada Post Corporation June 24, 1993

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