Category Archives: Societies

Quebec Federation of Genealogy Societies awards literary prize to André LaRose, author of book about a family in Beauharnois

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Gail Dever

The Fédération québécoise des sociétés de généalogie (Quebec Federation of Genealogy Societies) has awarded its first Roland J. Auger Literary Prize to André LaRose for his book, Joseph Barthélémy Robert et son cercle familial, 1826-1951. Portrait d’une famille d’entrepreneurs de Beauharnois. … Continue reading →

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Beware of ‘genealogy’ scams

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Gail Dever

Unfortunately, there seems to be no end to the number of scammers who try to take our money. They even try to scam genealogists. A family history society in England yesterday sent an email to former members, and probably to … Continue reading →

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Christine Woodcock named OGS president

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Gail Dever

The Ontario Genealogical Society’s board of directors yesterday announced that Christine Woodcock has been appointed as its president until June 2026. Most recently, Christine was the co-chair of the Scottish special interest group (SIG), and since that time, the SIG … Continue reading →

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John Boeren from The Netherlands becomes president-elect of Association of Professional Genealogists

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Gail Dever

The Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) this week announced the results of their election. John Boeren from The Netherlands was named president, along with three other officers and five board members from the United States and one board member from … Continue reading →

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Ontario Ancestors’ redesigned website improves visitors’ experience

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Gail Dever

Ontario Ancestors, Canada’s largest genealogical society, has redesigned its website. It looks very good, and visitors will find it easier to navigate and find the information they need. The tabs across the top of each page and their content have … Continue reading →

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Are hybrid meetings the future for genealogical societies trying to retain and increase membership?

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Gail Dever

As many genealogical societies continue to think about whether or not to host virtual, hybrid, or just in-person meetings, two organizations on either side of the pond have committed to providing their local and distant members with online presentations and … Continue reading →

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Ontario Genealogical Society’s Toronto Branch needs volunteers for cemetery project

Posted on September 20, 2022 by Gail Dever

The Toronto Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society has a new cemetery project, and they’re looking for volunteers. They hope to soon begin recording the grave markers, both indoors and outdoors, at the Westminster Cemetery in Toronto’s North York. The … Continue reading →

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BIFHSGO’s monthly meetings to become hybrid — in person and online

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Gail Dever

The British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa (BIFHSGO) had good news yesterday for those of us who can’t make it to Ottawa for their free monthly meetings — and good news for those who live in Ottawa. Beginning … Continue reading →

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Call for volunteers to transcribe marriage records for 50th anniversary project

Posted on January 11, 2022 by Gail Dever

The Kingston Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society is looking for volunteers to transcribe a collection of 19th-century marriage documents. They’d like to complete the project in time for their 50th anniversary in 2023. The original marriage documents are held … Continue reading →

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NEHGS president receives first John Adams Medal

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Gail Dever

The New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) announced last week that D. Brenton Simons, the organization’s longtime president and CEO, received the first-ever John Adams Medal from the Sons of the Revolution in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The award recognizes … Continue reading →

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