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.
From Northern Sentinel Issue May 5, 1956: Wonderful Easter surprise of scores of new toys brought joy to hospitalized children Good Friday when a group of townsite girls called from bed to bed at the Kitimat Hospital and presented a gift to each sick youngster. The donors included Jerilyn Hayes, Cecilia Rudnicki, Margo Frain, Lillian Rudnicki, and Patsy Peterson. Jenny Vonk (in crib) and Dixon Grant from the Kitamaat Village (front of crib) pose with their toys.
From Northern Sentinel Issue May 5, 1956: Wonderful Easter surprise of scores of new toys brought joy to hospitalized children Good Friday when a group of townsite girls called from bed to bed at the Kitimat Hospital and presented a gift to each sick youngster. The donors included Jerilyn Hayes, Cecilia Rudnicki, Margo Frain, Lillian Rudnicki, and Patsy Peterson. Jenny Vonk (in crib) and Dixon Grant from the Kitamaat Village (front of crib) pose with their toys.
Notes
A: HISTORICAL
1. Kitimat General Hospital
b): PUBLIC HEALTH
