View of construction of Diefenbaker Canada Centre.

Dr. Wolodymyr Janiw (right), rector, Ukrainian Free University, Munich, Germany, presents John Munro, Director, Diefenbaker Canada Centre, with the gown and hood that John G. Diefenbaker wore when the Ukrainian Free University presented him with an honourary degree on 19 May 1978. Oak lectern with U of S logo on it in foreground; display partially visible behind the two men.

Bio/Historical Note: Oak lectern donated to the Diefenbaker Canada Centre by the University of Saskatchewan Students' Union (USSU).

Looking at model of the Diefenbaker Canada Centre are (l to r): Dr. R.W. Begg, University President, ad John G. Diefenbaker, University Chancellor.

Note on back: "A preliminary model of the Rt. Honorable John G. Diefenbaker Centre to be erected immediately west of the Education Building at the U of S, Saskatoon".

Looking at a model of the Diefenbaker Canada Centre on a table are R.W. Begg (left), University President, John G. Diefenbaker, University Chancellor, and Colonel Robert L. Houston, newly-appointed fundraising campaign chairman for the Centre.

John G. Diefenbaker, University Chancellor, and others on steam engine during ceremony.

Architect's drawing of the Diefenbaker Canada Centre. Note under drawing: "The Right Honourable John G. Diefenbaker Centre - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - Moore Taylor Architects".

View of architectural model of the Diefenbaker Canada Centre.

View of construction of Diefenbaker Canada Centre; large crane at centre.

View of the newly completed Diefenbaker Canada Centre.

Attendees of coffee party held after sod turning ceremony include Gerda Hnatyshyn, Olive Diefenbaker, Ray Hnatyshyn, Member of Parliament for Saskatoon-Biggar; and an unidentified woman.