Interview with Mrs. Julie Lam, 31 Jul. 1985
Interview with Julie Lam by Haideh Rahnema. In this interview, Mrs. Lam discusses the circumstances surrounding her immigration to Canada, her first impressions of Canada and Kingston, the issue of discrimination, her occupation (as a teacher), and the Chinese community in Kingston.
Nursing Sister, Loretta Gaffney discusses her training (1941-1944) and work as a nurse at the Hotel Dieu Hospital, and changes which she has seen over the years. Discusses her life and career
Marilyn Boston, Nursing Grad K.G.H. 1956, discusses her training and nursing career at the Kingston General Hospital. Side One: Interviewer Susan Conely interviews Marilyn Boston. Side Two: blank.
Kenneth Craft discusses World War II. He talks about his experiences in the army and life after the War as a veteran. Side One: Interviewer Haideh Rahnema interviews Kenneth Craft. Side Two: blank.
Sister Mary Coderre, Nurse, Educator, Administrator, Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph, gives an informative portrayal of the life of a young nurse and Catholic nun from the 1930's to the 1980's. She discusses changes in nursing practices, attitudes to the role of the nurse and the effects of the changes that have occurred during her lifetime. Also gives an insight into the work of the sisters of St. Joseph and other local religious orders. Side One: Interviewer Susan Conley interviews Sister Mary Coderre. Side Two: continuation of interview.
Mr. Quattrochi reminiscences about the past. He discusses why his family came to Canada from Italy, the Depression Years, his grocery business, his involvement in the Kingston Community, and changes that have taken place in Kingston over the years. Side One: Interviewer Haideh Rahnema interviews Phil Quattrochi. Side Two: continuation of interview.
Discusses immigration
Discusses reasons for immigrating to Canada, first impressions, adjustments etc.
Associate Dean of Part-Time Studies at Queen's University, Dr. David McLay, discusses the World University Service of Canada and Amnesty Interantional in Kingston, providing information relating to their history and purpose, supporters and founders, co-operation from students and the Kingston community, and the success of their operations. Side One: Interviewer Haideh Rahnema interviews Dean McLay. Side Two: continuation of intrview, McLay discusses the Kingston Community project.
Artist and St. Lawrence College teacher, Mr. Gordon discusses why and when he became an artist, his educational background, whether artistic talent is inherited or can be learned, influences on his artwork, his media and obstacles to producing artwork. Side One: Interviewer Susan Conley interviews Mr. Gordon. Side Two: blank.