Banyay lived in Kitimat from 1952 to 1984 and was involved in many aspects of the town's creation, including the drilling of the Kemano Tunnel, the surveying of the smelter and townsite, and the creation of Cablecar Subdivision. He also served on the town council, Kitimat-Stikine Regional District, and Kitimat Hospital board, and other organizations. He is the namesake of Banyay Avenue.
Photo showing rehearsal for "The Stingiest Man in Town". In the scene are: Phil Douglas-Tourner (Bob Crachit), Denise Tupman (Tiny Tim), Steve Robertson (Billy Crachit), Bruce Allen (Peter Crachit).
Photo showing rehearsal for "The Stingiest Man in Town". In the scene are: Phil Douglas-Tourner (Bob Crachit), Denise Tupman (Tiny Tim), Steve Robertson (Billy Crachit), Bruce Allen (Peter Crachit).