Audio - Mrs. Alice Donahue, Mr. Nick Evasiuk, Mr. Tony Schinkinger, and Mr. Bob Richards discuss life and change in Athabasca following the end of World War II. The rebirth of the town, with veterans arriving back and settling into business with their fathers or on their own, is how the interviewees describe this era. The veterans became involved with service clubs, churches and the resurgence of the Board of Trade. The fire station and the community centre were built around this time for very little money thanks to volunteer labour and donations. Residents and businesses of this era are discussed in great detail including rural electrification starting in 1955. Recreational and cultural activities are also discussed by this group including the building of the skating arena (1971), the arrival of television (1959) and various other cultural firsts in Athabasca (1:11:41 minutes)
