Category Archives: Lectures, Conferences, Online Learning, TV, News

Do you have a good story about your ancestors and relatives who lived in Nova Scotia? Or a story about how you broke down a brick wall? If so, perhaps you’d consider entering the Genealogical Association of Nova Scotia’s (GANS) … Continue reading →

It’s a quieter week than usual for virtual presentations at the Ontario Genealogical Society, but there are still good learning opportunities. These presentations are free to all who register. The following take place in Eastern Daylight Time. Monday, March 23, … Continue reading →

The Drouin Institute is once again holding a giveaway until March 30 where five participants can win a one-year subscription to Genealogy Quebec — a $160 value. Here are some of the records you’ll find on Genealogy Quebec: Every Catholic marriage … Continue reading →

The Kelowna and District Genealogical Society and the Okanagan Regional Library will host this month’s free, virtual Family History Forum on researching the F.A.N. Club. The presentation, Leveraging the F.A.N. Club to Reveal Your Ancestor — A Case Study, delivered … Continue reading →

To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, MyHeritage is offering free access to 145 million Irish historical records until March 18. These collections include birth, marriage, and death records, parish registers, newspapers, passenger lists, and court records that document everyday life in … Continue reading →

There’s plenty to learn in the Ontario Genealogical Society’s six virtual presentations this week. They presentations take place in Eastern Daylight Time. Tuesday, March 17, 7:00 p.m. — Nipissing BranchVirtual Tour of Nipissing Junction Union Cemetery with Pam Tessier Register … Continue reading →

The British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa (BIFHSGO) will host two presentations and an online social during their monthly hybrid meeting on Saturday, March 14. You can attend for free either in person or online. 9:00 – 10:00 … Continue reading →

This is quite a week for the Ontario Genealogical Society. They will be hosting seven virtual presentations, covering topics from artificial intelligence and cemeteries to Ireland and Romania. All are free and open to the public. The following take place … Continue reading →

The folks at Legacy Family Tree Webinars are offering 50 percent off a one-year membership. The sale price is $US$24.98 (about CDN$34) — down from US$49.95. This offer is valid through Saturday, March 7 at 11:59 p.m. for new memberships … Continue reading →

RootsTech, the world’s largest family history event, begins today and runs until Saturday, March 7. If you’re unable to attend in person, don’t worry. You can attend virtually for free by registering at https://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech.  Online presentationsThe 2026 schedule of online presentations … Continue reading →