The series consists of a verity of personal papers pertaining to the life of Archbishop MacNeil before and during his time as Archbishop of Edmonton and includes identification documents, newspaper clippings about his life and achievements, documents pertaining to his time as a seminarian, documents pertaining to his installation as Bishop of St. John and Archbishop of Edmonton, information on his family (including copies of his family tree), school year books, pamphlets and programs from events held in his honour, documentation regarding various celebrations organized for the Archbishop including his 25th, 40th, 50th, and 60th anniversary of his ordination.
The file consists of biographical information detailing the actions and activities of Archbishop Joseph MacNeil during his time as a priest, Bishop of St. John and Archbishop of Edmonton. This file was likely compiled by Josee Marr and Margot Bilodeau in order to help provide information about the many accomplishments of the Bishop.
The file consists of documents pertaining to the various episcopal devices and motto adopted by Archbishop MacNeil after his appointment as Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Edmonton and includes copies of his coat of arms and documents explaining his motto "Cresamus in christum."
The file consists of documents pertaining to the installation of Rev. Joseph MacNeil as Bishop of the Diocese of St. John in New Brunswick and includes correspondence, invitations, programs, and other miscellaneous items.
The file consists of one year book from St. Francis Xavier University where Archbishop MacNeil attended College. His graduation photograph can be found on page 19.
The file consists of two pencil drawings of Archbishop MacNeil.
The file consists of various documents related to the appointment of Archbishop MacNeil to the Extension Department at St. Francis Xavier University in 1961 and includes correspondence and letters of congratulations.
The series consists of records which document the many retreats Archbishop MacNeil attended during his time as Archbishop of Edmonton. These records include information about the retreat as well as the Archbishops personal notes about the events and consist of correspondence, registration information, program of events, and personal writing and reflections composed by the Archbishop during and after the retreat.
Retreats attended by the Archbishop include those in Antigionish, Thunder Bay, Ottawa, Kingston as well as several in Edmonton.
This is a photograph of the Victoria Glacier at Lake Louise, Alberta. This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of a totem pole in Stanley Park in Vancouver, British Columbia. This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of dancers performing at the Caledonian games in Vancouver, British Columbia. This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of the Lions Gate Bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia. This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of the Provincial Legislature Building in Victoria, British Columbia. This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of the front of Chateau Lake Louise in Banff, Alberta. This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of a mass held at Holy Heart seminary, likely in their chapel.
This is a photograph of a procession at the Marian Congress in Ottawa, Ontario with His Eminence Samuel Alphonsus Cardinal Stritch (Archbishop of Chicago), and His Eminence Edward Cardinal Mooney (Archbishop of Detriot). This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of mass at the Marian Congress in Ottawa, Ontario. This photograph was taken by Archbishop MacNeil on a cross-Canada trip he took in the summer of 1947 with a railway pass obtained by his father. Archbishop MacNeil stopped at the Marion Congress in Ottawa, Montreal, Alberta, and Victoria.
This is a photograph of two priests standing outside.
This is a photograph of children doing the high jump, likely at the Holy Heart seminary.
This is a photograph of a group of seminarians standing on the streets outside. Archbishop MacNeil is standing at the back of the group.