Photograph of a baby at the Aluminum City Telethon. She is wearing a pink outfit and is on top of a purple mat. There is a toy in front of her. Other children and adults are in the background.
Photograph of a baby at the Aluminum City Telethon. She is wearing a pink outfit and is on top of a purple mat. There is a toy in front of her. Other children and adults are in the background.
The Aluminum City Telethon was started in 1980. The Kitimat Sports Association was approached by the board of directors of the Child Development Centre, and asked for their assistance in raising funds. The idea of a Telethon was agreed on and a committee was formed.
Each year the Telethon executive receives requests from the different non-profit organizations within our own community. They then decide on how to disburse the funds raised that year. after the letters of requests are reviewed and a brief presentation is made to the board of directors explaining how the money received will be spent.
Custodial History
Dorothy Cheyne
Scope and Content
Photograph of Joey Wipfli and his mother Jeannette watching the Aluminum City Telethon.
Photo showing "Sports Day" in the Kitamaat Village. Herbie Grant Jr. demonstrating great athletic form as he crosses the finish line in the 25 yard race.
Photo showing "Sports Day" in the Kitamaat Village. Herbie Grant Jr. demonstrating great athletic form as he crosses the finish line in the 25 yard race.