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In this 50 minute presentation we take a look at some of the very interesting gaffs and errors found in family trees such as “Resurrection”, “The well preserved”, and “Time travellers”. At the same time we will cover how to hopefully prevent those pesky mistakes in our own trees. **Please note this webinar will take…
Getting family membersย involved in genealogy can sometimes have its own challenges. Many children know little, if any, information about their families. This can include their place of origin, the extended family members, and the experiences they endured to bring them to the place they are now.ย ย There is a wealth of information not only in…
Between 1866 and 1871, Irish-American veterans invaded Canada,ย attempting to pressure Britain to withdraw from Ireland. Gain an understanding of the historical context, significant battles, and the lasting impact on Canadian military and national identity. Determine your ancestorโs role in these events and where to find the records. Audience Level:ย All Outlineย โข Origins of the Fenian…
In this one-hour presentation, participants will explore the powerful tools available through FamilySearch Labs, with a special focus on utilizing full-text search features to uncover hidden records. Attendees will learn how to access and navigate FamilySearch Labs, an experimental platform offering advanced tools to enhance genealogical research. The presentation will cover best practices for using…
Records left behind by health professionals and patients are an often overlooked source of information that can be valuable to a genealogist. One area of research that is not commonly pursued are the records left behind related to the health issues of our ancestors. There are a great variety of these, many of which can…
Discover the digital collections that make up some of the largest freely accessible Ontario history resources! These collections bring local history from across the province online, and include photos, oral histories, vital statistics indexing and full run community newspapers. Searching community led online collections means navigating many variations in full text access, indexing, and more….
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