1970's

1971

  

• British Columbia celebrates its centennial.

• The new Court House opens.

 
   

1972

  

• Population of Campbell River: 9,967.

 

• CARIHI's controversial principal, John Young, is dismissed for misconduct/criticizing his employer.  The community is polarized over his firing.

 

• Strathcona Gardens Ice Arena is built.

 

• A heritage pavilion is completed at Robert V. Ostler Park.


Students protest the dismissal of

John Young, MCR 17975

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1975

  
• North Island College begins enrolment.  
   

1976

  
• Campbell River Junior Secondary School burns down.  
   

1977

  
• One-stop shopping comes to Campbell River with the opening of the new Ironwood Mall.  
   

1978

  
• The BCP 45, a seine boat owned by Harry Assu of Cape Mudge and later by Allen Chickite, is featured on Canada's five dollar bill.


Thunderbird Hall, MCR15237

 

1979

• Strathcona Gardens Pool opens its doors.

 

• The Weiwaikum open a new Thunderbird Hall.