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BUPC 2: Campus buildings

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Series
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c.1909 - 2000; predominant 1960s - 1996
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Series
Series Number
2
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c.1909 - 2000; predominant 1960s - 1996
Physical Description
604 photographs (b/w & colour)
Scope and Content
Series consists of photographs of various buildings found on the Brandon College/University campus.
Subject Access
Buildings
Storage Range
Photograph storage drawers
Arrangement
Series is divided into 13 sub-series, including: (1) Aerials; (2) Brandon College Building & Clark Hall; (3) Citizens' Science Centre & Knowles Douglas Building; (4) Richardson Centre & A.E. McKenzie Building; (5) Healthy Living Centre & Henry Champ Gymnasium; (6) Dining Hall & Residences; (7) Education Building; (8) Original Music Building & the Queen Elizabeth II Music Building; (9) J.R. Brodie Science Centre; (10) Dr. James and Mrs. Lucille Brown Health Studies Complex; (11) Jeff Umphrey Building & Glen P. Sutherland Art Gallery; (12) Physical Plant; (13) H-Huts.
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Brandon College Building and Clark Hall

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1911
Accession Number
41-1999
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
9
Item Number
BUPC 9.42
Accession Number
41-1999
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1911
Physical Description
11" x 14" (b/w)
Scope and Content
Photograph is looking west northwest from 18th Street and shows the Brandon College Building and Clark Hall.
Name Access
Clark Hall
Brandon College Building
Subject Access
campus buildings
Storage Range
Oversize drawer 5
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Main Floor, Library & Arts Building Opening

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Date Range
March, 1961
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1
File Number
1.1.17
Item Number
1.1.17
Date Range
March, 1961
Physical Description
b/w, 24.5 cm x 19 cm
Scope and Content
Shows furnishings and layouts as at the time the building was opened. Main Floor, Library Arts Building
Subject Access
Library & Arts Building
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Technical Services, Library & Arts Building Opening

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Date Range
c. 1961
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1
File Number
1.1.18
Item Number
1.1.18
Date Range
c. 1961
Physical Description
b/w, 24.5 cm x 19 cm
Scope and Content
Technical services processing, as laid out at the time the building ws opened. Main Floor, Library, 2nd floor, Library & Arts Building L-R, Barbara Ritchie(staff), Lee Finch (staff)
Name Access
Barbara Ritchie
Lee Finch
Subject Access
Library & Arts Building
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Layout and Exhibits, Library & Arts Building Opening

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Date Range
c. 1961
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1
File Number
1.1.22
Item Number
1.1.22
Date Range
c. 1961
Physical Description
b/w
Scope and Content
Layout and exhibits for opening; painting of Brandon College Library and Arts Building, Library Reading Room looking South. Female student in centre foreground: Enid Currie '61, Male student centre left: Clare Pangman
Name Access
Enid Currie; Clare Pangman
Subject Access
Library & Arts Building
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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
November 19, 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.24
GMD
graphic
Date Range
November 19, 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows Brandon University's completed coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking northeast. The Towers apartment building is visible in the background.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
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Old-timer's hockey

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[after 1970]
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
4
Item Number
4.244
GMD
graphic
Date Range
[after 1970]
Physical Description
4" x 5" (b/w)
Scope and Content
Photograph of players on the bench during an old-timer's hockey game.
Subject Access
Hockey
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Old Science Centre

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Date Range
c. 1960s
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
6
File Number
6.8.4
Item Number
6.8.4
Date Range
c. 1960s
Physical Description
b/w, 5" x 7"
Scope and Content
old science centre. faculty activity (science). Prof. Wesley Wong
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Old Science Centre

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Date Range
c. 1960-65
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
6
File Number
6.8.15
Item Number
6.8.15
Date Range
c. 1960-65
Physical Description
b/w, 3.25" x 4.5"
Scope and Content
old science centre, h hut(?) faculty activity (science). L to R-standing-Dave Bergman, ?, Jim Dowsett, ?, ?, Bob Ireland, Dale McFadden sitting-?, ?
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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1970s
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.8
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1970s
Physical Description
8" x 10" (b/w)
History / Biographical
The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the old Brandon University Steam Plant (initially coal fired) used up until the early 1990’s. Photograph is looking northwest.
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Old steam plant construction

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.10
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the installation of a tank at Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking northeast. There is what appears to be a warehouse and a silo in the background. The tank is being installed by a crane from Brandon Rentals.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
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Old steam plant construction

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.11
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the installation of a tank at Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking east. The west exterior wall and part of the chimeny of the steam plant is visible. The tank is being installed by a crane from Brandon Rentals.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
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Old steam plant construction

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.12
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the installation of a tank at Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking southeast. The upper floor of The Towers apartment complex on Rosser Avenue is visible in the background, as is the roof of another building. The tank is being installed by a crane from Brandon Rentals.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
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Old steam plant construction

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14343
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.13
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the installation of a tank at Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking northeast.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
Images
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Old steam plant construction

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14344
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.14
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the installation of a tank at Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. The tank is almost entirely subjerged in the ground.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
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Old steam plant construction

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 15, 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.15
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 15, 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the construction of the walls at Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking east/southeast and shows the construction of the north wall. There are some silos and train cars in the background.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
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Old steam plant construction

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14346
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 15, 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.16
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 15, 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the construction of the walls at Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking east/northeast and shows the construction of the north wall. There are some silos and train cars in the background.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
Images
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Old steam plant construction

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 16, 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.17
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 16, 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the construction of Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking southeast and shows the construction of the the roof and the west wall. The top two floors of The Towers apartment building on Rosser Avenue is visible in the background. Workers, machines and construction materials are visible in the foreground.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
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Old steam plant construction

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions14348
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 15, 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.18
GMD
graphic
Date Range
September 15, 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the construction of Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. Photograph is looking southeast and shows the construction of the the roof and the west wall. The top two floors of The Towers apartment building on Rosser Avenue is visible in the background.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
Images
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Old steam plant construction

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 5, 1970
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Creator
Photographer: Tom Donkersloot
Description Level
Item
Series Number
2.12
Item Number
BUPC 2.12.18
GMD
graphic
Date Range
October 5, 1970
Physical Description
4.25" x 3.25" (b/w)
History / Biographical
Donkersloot began working at Brandon University in 1970/1971 as the Clerk of Works. From 1973 until his retirement, he was the Director of Physical Plant. The 1960s campus expansion necessitated a large, updated heat source so a central steam plant fueled by coal was built north of the campus adjacent to the CPR rail lines on Pacific Avenue. A 25-year agreement was made between the University and John R. Brodie of the Great West Coal Company, which guaranteed BU lower coal prices tendered by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways on an annual basis. Brandon College Engineer John Kasiurak officially opened the Heating Plant on 24 January 1962. An extension and/or upgrade of the steam plant appears to have occurred in 1970. Until the 1990s, heat was piped underground to the campus from the Pacific Avenue Heating Plant but inspection standards were outpacing the maintenance and repairs required to keep the plant operating smoothly. Consequently, a new steam plant was built immediately adjacent to the University to the west of Darrach Hall on 20th Street. This building was essential to handling additional loads from the proposed library expansion. The original steam plant was subsequently sold.
Custodial History
Photograph was taken by Tom Donkersloot during construction and stored in albums in the Physical Plant H-Hut until they were transfered to the McKee Archives by Doug Duncalf in May 2008.
Scope and Content
Photograph shows the installation of pipes during the construction of Brandon University's old coal steam plant at 20th Street and Pacific Avenue. A number of silos are visible in the background.
Notes
Donkersloot recorded the date and time each photograph was taken on the back of the photos.
Images
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