Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to issues raised by Senator Yves Morin to the Liberal Party national caucus on August 25, 2004. In his presentation, Morin addressed major issues concerning industry research and healthcare reforms. Records include a summary of the presentation sent to Telegdi from Morin and related correspondence.

In addition, the file contains correspondence and notes related to the Teleconference on Health Care Innovation held on September 1, 2004. The conference was held to discuss three proposed initiatives raised by Morin to the national caucus including the Canadian Health Industry Partnership (CHIP), measures to improve the performance of the Canadian pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, and the Canadian Institutes for Health Research clinical research proposal.

The file also includes a proposal and a two-page excerpt from an address by Prime Minister Paul Martin in response to the Speech from the throne delivered on October 6, 2004 regarding the development of the Canadian Academies of Science. Yves Morin recommended the government form a Canadian Academy of Science in his presentation to the national caucus.

A copy of newsletter no. 2 published by Youth in Conflict with the Law.

Two copies of Youth in Conflict with the Law, a tabloid-style publication produced by Youth in Conflict with the Law. One copy was published on July 28, 1977 and the other was likely published in 1982.

A copy of What's What at Uniwat : the Federation of Students information handbook 74-75 published by the Federation of Students (now the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association) in 1974 for incoming undergraduate students at the University of Waterloo. The handbook provides an overview of facilities, programs, and services available on campus as well as general information on a variety of topics including job hunting, the rights of student workers, travel, student income tax and more. The handbook also includes a message written by Andrew Telegdi as the President of the Federation of Students.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi as a member of the Waterloo Federal Liberal Association. Records include a news release, a brochure, meeting notices and minutes, notes, invitations, and some copies of the association's newsletter. The file also contains correspondence including signed letters from David Peterson, then Member of Provincial Parliament and Frank Epp, then Member of Parliament.

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.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his appointment as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration related to the planning of two scheduled visits for John Manley, Minister of Industry, to the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Records include correspondence and draft itineraries.

Material accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Telegdi’s visit to the Republic of Hungary on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the Fight for Freedom. Telegdi visited Hungary between October 10-14, 2006. Records include invitations, programs, and briefing books containing itineraries, country profile sheets, press clippings, objectives, and information on the Parliament of Hungary and the chronology of parliamentary exchanges between Canada and Hungary. Also contains correspondence including a signed letter from Dénes Tomaj, Ambassador of the Republic of Hungary to Canada and three signed letters from Dr. Katalin Szili, Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary.

A draft program including a daily schedule created to plan Andrew Telegdi’s visit to New Delhi, Chandigarh, and Mumbai in India between January 28, 2000 and February 5, 2000.

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.

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.

An identification card issued to Andrew Telegdi while he was an undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo. The identification card contains a photograph of Telegdi.

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.

Material accumulated by Andrew Telegdi related to the celebration commemorating his twentieth anniversary in public office. Records include letters of congratulations from colleagues and friends such as David Johnston, President of the University of Waterloo; Chief Kim Recalma-Clutesi, Qualicum First Nation; and Karen Redman, Member of Parliament representing Kitchener Centre. Also includes invitations to Telegdi’s anniversary celebration sent by John and Hilde English, and Richard Clausi, President of the Kitchener Waterloo Federal Liberal Association.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi while he worked with Youth in Conflict with the Law to obtain a transportation allowance for employable welfare recipients under the General Welfare Assistance Act. Records include briefs submitted to the Social Assistance Review Committee of the Ministry of Community and Social Services in Ontario as well as correspondence, reports, and meeting minutes.

A pamphlet titled, The Quebec liberation movement published by Hogtown Press. Publication no. 40.

Five photographs of a band called The Poppy Family that included members Susan Jacks, Terry Jacks, Craig McCaw, and Satwant Singh. Also includes one photograph of a band called Poor Souls that included members John Moran, John Slorach, Martin Soldat, and Tommy Frew. In 1971, Tommy Frew was replaced by Robin Boers and John Richardson also joined the band.

A theatre playbill for The Peasants' Revolt presented by the F.A.S.S. Theatre Company in the Theatre of the Arts at the University of Waterloo between February 5-8, 1975. The play was directed by Peter Golem.

A copy of The Métis Voyageur published in November/December 2003. The Métis Voyageur is the bi-monthly publication of the Métis Nation of Ontario. Also includes an unused 2004 pocket calendar produced by the Métis Nation of Ontario.

Four copies of The Last post, a Canadian news magazine published by the The Last Post editorial cooperative, including:

• vol. 1, no. 1 (1969 Dec.)
• vol. 1, no. 5 (1970 Aug.)
• vol. 1, no. 6 (1970 Sept.)
• vol. 2, no. 3 (1971 Dec.-1972 Jan.).

A copy of The history of Quebec : a patriote's handbook by Léandre Bergeron and Robert Lavaill. The handbook was translated by Phillip London and published by New Canada Publications. The handbook was originally published as L'histoire du Québec, illustrée, based on Le Petit manuel d'histoire du Québec.

A copy of The Canadian forum, vol. 52, no. 616 published by Canadian Forum. The Canadian forum was a left-wing literary, cultural, and political journal.

A button advertising The Bombshelter Pub at the University of Waterloo.

A certificate given to Andrew Telegdi in commemoration of the tenth anniversary of Youth in Conflict with the Law.

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.

Two copies of Tárogató, the Hungarian Cultural Society of Greater Vancouver monthly periodical, including:

• Vol. 33, no. 9 (2006 Sept.)
• Vol. 33, no. 10 (2006 Oct.)

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.

This subseries includes material created and accumulated by Andrew Telegdi while he was an undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo. Records include Telegdi’s student identification card, coursework and exams, copies of periodicals and other publications focused on Canadian politics, a button from the Bombshelter Pub, and a theatre playbill.

Material accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to Stride, a program established by Community Justice Initiatives (CJI) and designed to help women transition from prison to the community. Records include a brochure and flyer about the Stride program as well as press clippings featuring articles about Stride and the Canadian prison system. Also includes correspondence to Telegdi from Hermina Richter, Member of the Business and Professional Women Cambridge Board of Directors requesting a meeting to discuss the Stride program.

Lists of staff salary ranges at the City of Waterloo and the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. Lists include annotations possibly written by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

Three transcripts for speeches likely delivered by Andrew Telegdi during his appointment as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration. The first transcript titled, Strengthening the value of Canadian Citizenship: A new Citizenship of Canada Act was prepared for Telegdi and presented to Lucienne Robillard, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration. The second transcript titled, Launching the “Scattering of Seeds” III was presented by Telegdi at the Royal Ontario Museum during the launch of Scattering of Seeds, the third in a series of documentaries about immigration in Canada. The third transcript titled, Canada: A Land Where Many Cedars Grow was written in support of the Clarity Act. Telegdi intended to deliver the speech in the House of Commons but ultimately did not due to scheduling conflicts. Also includes a letter sent to Telegdi from Stéphane Dion, expressing gratitude for Telegdi’s speech in support of the Clarity Act.

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.

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.

A copy of the Speech from the Throne to open the third session of the 37th Parliament of Canada read by Adrienne Clarkson, Governor General of Canada, on February 2, 2004. The copy of the speech is signed on the flyleaf by Paul Martin, Prime Minister of Canada.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his appointment as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration related to Telegdi’s efforts to help Akatiu Somogyi and his family reclaim financial assets that were seized by the Canadian government during the Second World War. Records include correspondence between Telegdi and many government offices, officials, and fellow politicians including Shelia Copps, Jean Chrétien, and Herb Gray.

A photograph, possibly a proof, featuring Andrew Telegdi attending a meeting of the Senate Executive Committee at the University of Waterloo on November 18, 1974. The photograph was published in The Chevron, vol. 15, no. 22.

Material accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to security certificates issued by the Government of Canada through provisions of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Records include an information package from the Campaign to Stop Secret Trials in Canada containing correspondence, statements against secret trails and security certificates, and press clippings. Also includes a New Democratic Process resolution on security certificates, and general information regarding specific cases against individuals including Hassan Almrei.

Material created and accumulated by Andrew Telegdi related to security certificates issued by the Government of Canada through provisions of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Records include fact sheets, notes, and general information sheets provides by the Liberal Research Bureau. Also contains correspondence related to the bail application of Mahmoud Jaballah who was detained under a security certificate as well as Bill C-3 An Act to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (certificate and special advocate) and to make a consequential amendment to another Act. Additionally, includes a signed letter from Peter Milliken, Member of Parliament regarding security at a press conference and other textual material.

A scrapbook containing press clippings from a variety of publications primarily related to Youth in Conflict with the Law or issues affecting youth in Canada including unemployment, juvenile violence, and drug use. The scrapbook was possibly assembled by Andrew 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.

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.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the legalization of same-sex marriage in Canada. Some of the material documents attitudes among opponents of same-sex marriage and Bill C-250 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (hate propaganda). This includes correspondence, flyers, pamphlets, a report on the implications for Canadian children of same-sex marriage, letters and flyers from Stephen Harper advocating for Bill C-447 An act to protect the institution of marriage.

The file also contains material documenting attitudes among supporters of same-sex marriage and Bill C-250. This includes correspondence, briefs to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights, and a report from the National Liberal Caucus Research Bureau discrediting the idea of implementing a federal civil registry for same-sex couples.

Additionally, the file contains material documenting Telegdi’s political activities supporting the legalization of same-sex marriage in Canada and Bill C-250 such as correspondence, talking points, draft speeches written by Telegdi, and records related to Telegdi’s participation in two town hall meetings in the Kitchener-Waterloo area including the town hall meeting on August 27, 2003 hosted by Tristan Emmanuel.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the legalization of same-sex marriage in Canada. Records include correspondence from constituents supporting or protesting Bill C-35 [C-38?] Equal Marriage Act, and a flyer highlighting Bill C-41 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (sentencing) and other Acts in consequence thereof, Bill C-250 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (hate propaganda), and the Canadian Alliance (now Conservative Party) motion on the definition of marriage. The file also contains talking points prepared in response to Stephen Harper’s proposed amendments to upcoming legislation regarding same-sex marriage in Canada. In addition, the file includes notes, and a compilation of quotes from Members of Parliament about same-sex marriage in Canada as well as other topics such as abortion, immigrants and refugees, Indigenous peoples, climate change, and women. Many of the quotes reflect homophobic, racist, and sexist stereotypes.

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 such as the anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution and Veterans’ Week while others address specific topics like citizenship legislation, income trusts, crime prevention, childcare, and the environment.

Also includes two calendars for the years 2007 and 2008 as well as a series of flyers addressing special topics such as student tuition costs, crime prevention, the Canadian auto sector, surgical wait times, the Kelowna Accord, international aid, and climate change. The calendars and flyers were likely distributed to constituents.

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.

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.

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 such as the 2004 Health Accord, the United Nations World Summit 2005 while others address specific topics like citizenship legislation, affordable housing in Ontario, Indigenous communities, seniors’ programs, and juvenile diabetes.

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.

Six resumes created and likely used by Andrew Telegdi that outline his professional activities, work experience, and education.

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.

Reports prepared by the Federation of Students (now the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association) for the Senate at the University of Waterloo and the Ontario Council on University Affairs (OCUA). It is possible that these items were prepared, at least in part, by Andrew Telegdi during his terms as President of the Federation of Students. Also includes some reports and presentations created by the Federation of Students for an unknown recipient.

A report titled, Community Resources in Criminal Justice, that contains information on all agencies in the Kitchener-Waterloo area offering services relating to the criminal justice system, including factual information on the system itself. The report was distributed, and possibly prepared, by Youth in Conflict with the Law.

Also includes a report prepared by Youth in Conflict with the Law highlighting statistics and observations about the criminal court in the Region of Waterloo that were gathered between March 15, 1977 and July 31, 1977.

A report containing copies of press clippings published on June 20, 2008 from a variety of Canadian newspapers. The clippings cover a wide range of topics such as the Liberal carbon tax plan, climate change, and Coat of Arms of Canada. The report was likely compiled by the Library of Parliament. Several pages contain handwritten notes that were likely written by Telegdi.

A copy of a report titled, Report of Housing Needs: Federally Sentenced Women Grand Valley Institution Kitchener, Ontario prepared by Dr. Susan Arai, Dr. Alison Pedlar, and Dr. Susan Shaw. The report examines the housing needs of federally sentenced women following their release from Grand Valley Institution in Kitchener, Ontario. Also includes a copy of supplementary data to the report. It is not known how or why Andrew Telegdi acquired these reports.

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.

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.

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.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the planning and presentation of the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal to recipients in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Records include correspondence, a draft invitation, background information about recipients, ceremony and dinner programs, and other textual material. Also includes computer printed copies of pictures of some recipients receiving the medal during the presentation ceremony.

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 Québécois nation motion. Telegdi did not support the Québécois nation motion because he believed it was ambiguous and felt that Canadians were not given an opportunity to respond to the motion. Records include correspondence and a news release.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

A CD containing digital photographs of a press conference given by Andrew Telegdi and other members of the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration regarding a report released by the committee titled, Citizenship Revocation: A Question of Due Process and Respecting Charter of Rights. Other members of the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration present at the press conference included Diana Albonczy, Meilli Faille, and Bill Siksay. The press conference was held in Ottawa, Ontario. The photographs were taken by House of Commons Photography.

A photograph, possibly a proof, featuring Andrew Telegdi at a closed meeting of the President's Advisory Committee on Salary and Staff Compensation held on March 4, 1975 at the University of Waterloo. Telegdi was part of a delegation from the Federation of Students (now the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association) that interrupted the closed meeting. The photograph was published in The Chevron, vol. 15, no. 33.

This subseries includes material created and accumulated by Andrew Telegdi while he served two terms as the President of the Federation of Students (now the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association). Records include correspondence, reports, photographs of several meetings, the Federation of Students information handbook from 1974, and election campaign items such as posters, pamphlets, and stickers.

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 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 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 post-secondary research initiatives and education funding. Records include correspondence, speaking notes, invitations, 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. 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.

This series includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi following his departure from federal politics. Records include correspondence, invitations, notes, and several files related to specific issues such as crime prevention, citizenship, and immigration, and programs at the Grand Valley Institute for Women. In addition, this series contains material related to the Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre’s equity and inclusion fundraising dinner held in honour of Andrew Telegdi.

Posters advertising concerts held at the Village Bistro featuring a variety of artists including the Papa Bears, Chase Anderson, the Paisleys, Black Shake Blues Band, Sleepy John, Seeds of Time (later known as the Passionate Mad), Tomorrow’s Eyes, the Poppy Family, Mock Duck, Grady Moore, Black Snake, Hydroelectric Street Car, As Sherriff, the Billy Joe Bottom Band, and the Isle of Sky. One poster contains a handwritten contract on the verso transferring ownership of the Village Bistro to Allan Kirton for the sum of $2000.00. The contract is dated March 22, 1969 but is not signed by Telegdi or Kirton.

Also includes posters and related material including press clippings and a brochure advertising musicians and bands performing at other venues in Vancouver, British Columbia or Toronto, Ontario including Sweetwater, Buffy Saint-Marie, Dick Gregory, the Poppy Family, Mother Tucker, Black Shake, Seeds of Time, Mock Duck, Tomorrow’s Eyes, Tiny Tim, Country Joe and the Fish, A Wizard of the North, Tunnel, Deyong Sound, Lights by Ecto Plasmic, the Papa Bears, Man Child, Elusive Butterfly, the Collectors, the Tote Family, and a variety of other bands that performed at the 1969 Thunderbird Peace Festival in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Alderman representing the City of Waterloo related to the Portable Living Units for Seniors (PLUS) project proposed by the Ministry of Housing for municipalities in the province of Ontario. Records include reports, correspondence, notes, and other textual material.

A pamphlet titled, Political repression in Canadian history written by W.F.P. Ringle (pseudonym) and published by Hogtown Press.

A colour copy of a political cartoon by editorial cartoonist Patrick Corrigan that was likely featured in the Toronto Star. The cartoon depicts Michael Ignatieff, then Leader of the Opposition, driving a large Liberal bus closely behind Stephen Harper, then Prime Minister of Canada, shown driving a small car filled with recreational items such as golf clubs and a fishing rod. The cartoon includes the following caption: “Objects in the rear-view mirror may appear closer than…” This copy was likely given to Andrew Telegdi. The political cartoon is signed by Michael Ignatieff.

This series includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi as a member of several political associations and parties including the Waterloo Federal Liberal Association, the Kitchener Federal Liberal Association, the Kitchener-Waterloo Federal Liberal Association, the Liberal Party of Canada (Ontario), and the Liberal Party of Canada. Records include a membership card, correspondence, invitations, news releases, speech transcripts, and material related to several conventions.

A plaque presented to Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Alderman representing the City of Waterloo by the Kitchener-Waterloo Canada Day Council in appreciation for his contributions to the 1987 Canada Day celebrations.

Thirteen planning diaries containing notes written by Andrew Telegdi likely relating to activities in both his personal life and professional career. The planning diaries include notes scheduling meetings and appointments as well as general reminders.

A portrait of John Whitney “Jack” Pickersgill. Pickersgill was a Canadian politician. It is not known how or why Andrew Telegdi acquired this photograph.

Two photographs featuring Andrew Telegdi, Sharon Hayes, and John English at an unknown event possibly taken in 1996. All three individuals are alumni of the University of Waterloo and served as Members of Parliament during their career. Also includes two photographs of Andrew Telegdi and Stanley Knowles, a Canadian parliamentarian, at an unknown event possibly taken in 1996.

In addition, the file contains a signed letter from Andrew Telegdi to Susan Mavor, then Head, Special Collections & Archives at the University of Waterloo donating the photographs to the department.

This series includes material related to Andrew Telegdi’s personal life and activities. Records include Telegdi’s cab driver picture card, planning diaries, memo books, resumes, photographs, eulogies and obituaries for friends and family members, and artwork. In addition, this series contains the program for Telegdi’s funeral service.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Waterloo, Ontario. The material documents the general history of the centre and some funding opportunities and announcements for the Perimeter Institute in partnership with the Institute for Quantum Computing at the University of Waterloo. Records include correspondence, speaking notes, and handwritten notes.

A contract for the personal services of musicians Dana Andrews, Jim Schoew, Andy Suttles, and Tary Engel to perform during a conference held in the Garden Auditorium at the Pacific National Exhibition in Vancouver, British Columbia on April 9, 1969. The contract is signed by Andrew Telegdi who is listed as the employer.

Also includes a contract for the personal services of musicians Pete McKinnon, Bob Fisher, Bob Buckley, and Terry Frewer to perform during a conference held in the Garden Auditorium at the Pacific National Exhibition in Vancouver, British Columbia on April 9, 1969. The contract is signed by Andrew Telegdi who is listed as the employer.

Both contracts outline terms and conditions, the date of engagement, hours of engagement, and the agreed upon payment for services.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the decision to lower the Peace Tower (also known as the Tower of Victory and Peace) flag following the death of a Canadian solider in a war zone. Telegdi publicly supported the decision to lower the flag and introduced a private members’ motion to suggest the government lower the flag on Peace Tower to half-staff for the day following the death of a solider and that a moment of silence be observed in the House of Commons on the same day. Records include notes, correspondence, and copies of an official statement (also known as an SO31) and a point of order delivered by Telegdi in the House of Commons related to this issue.

This series includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his appointment as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister with special emphasis on Aboriginal Affairs that began on January 30, 2004 and lasted until June 27, 2004. The material reflects Telegdi’s efforts to assist the Prime Minister in carrying out their duties in the House of Commons, support key government initiatives and engage with Indigenous communities. Records include correspondence, news releases, material from conferences and roundtable discussions, a copy of the Coast Salish News, and other textual items.

This series includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his appointment as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration that began on July 16, 1998 and lasted until his resignation on May 18, 2000. The material reflects Telegdi’s efforts to assist the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration in carrying out their duties in the House of Commons. Records include correspondence, ephemera, speech transcripts, briefing notes for parliamentary secretaries as well as documents related to immigration and citizenship legislation.

This series includes material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi when he owned the Village Bistro, a coffee house located at 2081 West 4th Avenue in Vancouver, British Columbia. The Village Bistro also served as a concert venue for rock and folk music performers and some of the material in this series documents Telegdi’s activities as a rock music promoter. Records include correspondence, posters advertising concerts, performance contracts, and photographs of The Poppy Family and Poor Souls bands.

Material created or accumulated by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as a Member of Parliament related to the official opening of six buildings in the Region of Waterloo that provided two hundred and forty-four units of affordable housing under the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program. Andrew Telegdi attended this event and delivered a speech. Records include an invitation, event itinerary, a media advisory, a press release, speaking notes, and other textual material.

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.

A copy of an obituary for Alexander Sandore Telegdi. Alexander Sandore Telegdi was Andrew Telegdi’s father.

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 include correspondence, notes, a discussion paper, copies of newspaper articles, and other textual material. Also includes a copy of a report titled, Harper conservative government puts itself above the law while breaking another election promise written by Andrew Telegdi that discusses Oberlander’s citizenship.

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.

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.

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 include reports, news releases, handwritten notes, and speaking notes. The file also contains correspondence, primarily between Telegdi, constituents, associations, and fellow politicians such as Judy Sgro, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration.

A copy of the oath of office Andrew Telegdi took before assuming the role of Elected Alderman representing the City of Waterloo.

Handwritten notes likely created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Alderman representing the City of Waterloo.

Handwritten notes likely created by Andrew Telegdi during his tenure as an Elected Councillor representing the City of Waterloo and the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.