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Record 1 - internal organization data 2011-08-16
Record 1, English
Record 1, Subject field(s)
- Exhibitions (Arts and Culture)
- Museums
Record 1, Main entry term, English
- world exposition
1, record 1, English, world%20exposition
correct, see observation
Record 1, Abbreviations, English
Record 1, Synonyms, English
- world exhibition 2, record 1, English, world%20exhibition
avoid, see observation
- world fair 2, record 1, English, world%20fair
avoid, see observation
Record 1, Textual support, English
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 DEF
A public show or exhibition of all the countries of the world on a theme of international interest to show what has been done and what has to be done for a better future in a better environment. 3, record 1, English, - world%20exposition
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 OBS
World expositions usually has exhibits on human or social themes, as the Expo 67 in Montréal, Québec, "Man and his World", or on economic or environmental themes, as Expo 86 in Vancouver, British Columbia, "Transportation and Communications." 3, record 1, English, - world%20exposition
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 2 OBS
The term "exposition" means the show itself and "exhibition", "the act of showing or the display. "For events of universal interest, the word "exposition" is used for the official designations while current usage also uses "world exhibition" though an inappropriate generic. The term "fair" meaning "a gathering for the purpose of showing goods and products often with entertainment or a midway" is also an inappropriate generic for such world events. 3, record 1, English, - world%20exposition
Record 1, French
Record 1, Domaine(s)
- Expositions (Arts et Culture)
- Muséologie
Record 1, Main entry term, French
- exposition universelle
1, record 1, French, exposition%20universelle
correct, see observation, feminine noun
Record 1, Abbreviations, French
Record 1, Synonyms, French
- exposition mondiale 2, record 1, French, exposition%20mondiale
correct, see observation, feminine noun
- foire universelle 2, record 1, French, foire%20universelle
avoid, see observation, feminine noun
- foire mondiale 2, record 1, French, foire%20mondiale
avoid, see observation, feminine noun
Record 1, Textual support, French
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 DEF
Rencontre internationale de pays en vue de présenter au monde leurs réalisations sur un thème donné et leur projets dans ce domaine pour les années à venir. 3, record 1, French, - exposition%20universelle
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 OBS
Une exposition mondiale offre aux participants l'occasion de présenter une image actuelle d'eux-mêmes qui comprend le traitement idéologique du thème choisi. Pour le public, il s'agit d'une occasion de s'informer sur les autres pays du globe et d'éveiller sa conscience sur l'avenir de la planète; l'exposition universelle n'est pas une foire d'amusement, mais un lieu de rencontre et de réflexion. Les expositions universelles sont régies par le Bureau international des expositions (BIE) qui a officiellement choisi le générique «exposition universelle» pour les événements de cette envergure; les autres génériques utilisés pour les désigner s'avèrent donc inappropriés. 3, record 1, French, - exposition%20universelle
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 2 OBS
Les expositions universelles ont habituellement des thèmes de nature humaine et sociale, comme «Terre des hommes», le thème d'Expo 67 à Montréal (Québec), ou économique et environnementale, comme «Transports et Communications», celui d'Expo 86 à Vancouver (Colombie-Britannique). 3, record 1, French, - exposition%20universelle
Record 1, Spanish
Record 1, Textual support, Spanish
Record 2 - internal organization data 2007-02-15
Record 2, English
Record 2, Subject field(s)
- Names of Events
- Festivals, Carnivals and Social Events
Record 2, Main entry term, English
- Campbellton Salmon Festival
1, record 2, English, Campbellton%20Salmon%20Festival
correct, New Brunswick
Record 2, Abbreviations, English
Record 2, Synonyms, English
Record 2, Textual support, English
Record number: 2, Textual support number: 1 OBS
Help us celebrate the world-famous Restigouche Atlantic salmon! Our Miss and Little Miss Salmon pageants are always popular, along with the Street Fest, the Parking Lot Party with live bands, a gigantic parade and spectacular fireworks on Canada Day. Enjoy one of our delicious salmon suppers, browse the book sale and pet show and take a thrilling ride on the midway, fun for the whole family at the Campbellton Salmon Festival. 1, record 2, English, - Campbellton%20Salmon%20Festival
Record 2, French
Record 2, Domaine(s)
- Noms de manifestations et d'activités diverses
- Festivals, carnavals et fêtes
Record 2, Main entry term, French
- Festival du Saumon de Campbellton
1, record 2, French, Festival%20du%20Saumon%20de%20Campbellton
correct, masculine noun, New Brunswick
Record 2, Abbreviations, French
Record 2, Synonyms, French
Record 2, Textual support, French
Record number: 2, Textual support number: 1 OBS
Venez célébrer avec nous le saumon atlantique de la rivière Restigouche, dont la réputation dépasse largement les frontières du pays! Les festivités comprennent les concours Mademoiselle et Petite Demoiselle du festival, la fête dans la rue, le party dans le stationnement avec groupes de musique, une parade gigantesque et un feu d'artifice spectaculaire pour souligner en grand la fête du Canada. Régalez-vous d'un souper de saumon, faites des trouvailles à la vente de livres, voyez l'exposition d'animaux de compagnie et faites un tour de manège. 2, record 2, French, - Festival%20du%20Saumon%20de%20Campbellton
Record 2, Spanish
Record 2, Textual support, Spanish
Record 3 - internal organization data 2007-02-15
Record 3, English
Record 3, Subject field(s)
- Names of Events
- Trade Fairs, Exhibitions, and Shows
Record 3, Main entry term, English
- Whoop-up Days
1, record 3, English, Whoop%2Dup%20Days
correct, Alberta
Record 3, Abbreviations, English
Record 3, Synonyms, English
Record 3, Textual support, English
Record number: 3, Textual support number: 1 OBS
Whoop-Up Days is a non-profit festival, exhibition, and rodeo held in Lethbridge, Alberta for 5 days in the last full week of every August. The event includes a 4-km parade through downtown, daily concerts, bull riding, a rodeo, an indoor and outdoor trade show, entertainment on the free stage, a midway, Hobby World and city-wide pancake breakfasts. Whoop-Up Days takes place at the Exhibition Park, which is on the eastern edge of the city. 1, record 3, English, - Whoop%2Dup%20Days
Record 3, French
Record 3, Domaine(s)
- Noms de manifestations et d'activités diverses
- Salons, foires et expositions (Commerce)
Record 3, Main entry term, French
- Whoop-up Days
1, record 3, French, Whoop%2Dup%20Days
correct, feminine noun, Alberta
Record 3, Abbreviations, French
Record 3, Synonyms, French
Record 3, Textual support, French
Record 3, Spanish
Record 3, Textual support, Spanish
Record 4 - internal organization data 2005-06-21
Record 4, English
Record 4, Subject field(s)
- Performing Arts (General)
- Citizenship and Immigration
Record 4, Main entry term, English
- midway show
1, record 4, English, midway%20show
correct
Record 4, Abbreviations, English
Record 4, Synonyms, English
Record 4, French
Record 4, Domaine(s)
- Arts du spectacle (Généralités)
- Citoyenneté et immigration
Record 4, Main entry term, French
- spectacle forain
1, record 4, French, spectacle%20forain
correct, masculine noun
Record 4, Abbreviations, French
Record 4, Synonyms, French
Record 4, Textual support, French
Record 4, Spanish
Record 4, Textual support, Spanish
Record 5 - internal organization data 1999-04-27
Record 5, English
Record 5, Subject field(s)
- Provincial Government Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
Record 5, Main entry term, English
- Canada Remembers International Air Show
1, record 5, English, Canada%20Remembers%20International%20Air%20Show
correct
Record 5, Abbreviations, English
Record 5, Synonyms, English
Record 5, Textual support, English
Record number: 5, Textual support number: 1 OBS
August 15-16, 1999, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Wold Class military and civilian aerobatic displays, trade show, midway, marching bands, beer gardens, WW II memorabilia and more. 1, record 5, English, - Canada%20Remembers%20International%20Air%20Show
Record 5, French
Record 5, Domaine(s)
- Organismes et comités de gouvernements provinciaux canadiens
Record 5, Main entry term, French
- Canada Remembers International Air Show
1, record 5, French, Canada%20Remembers%20International%20Air%20Show
correct
Record 5, Abbreviations, French
Record 5, Synonyms, French
Record 5, Textual support, French
Record number: 5, Textual support number: 1 OBS
Les 15 et 16 août 1999, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. 1, record 5, French, - Canada%20Remembers%20International%20Air%20Show
Record 5, Spanish
Record 5, Textual support, Spanish
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