Five branches at Ontario Ancestors are offering a variety of topics in their free virtual, and sometimes hybrid, meetings, ranging from Eastern European research to life in Upper Canada and Canadians in the First World War. All are open to the public.
The following times are in Eastern time.
Monday, October 16, 7:00 p.m. — Sudbury District Branch
Eastern European Research by Eva Kujawa
Ms. Kujawa will cover a historical overview of Eastern Europe, and how it morphed through divisions and border changes, from wars and battles into the countries that we have in today’s world. She will cover the majority of countries, and will share the impacts of the various cultures that share the borders of this magnificent area. The audience will be guided through various research resources, how to plan research, and how to address potential challenges and solutions for this type of genealogical research. The material will be targeted toward beginners or people who have a brick wall.
This is a hybrid event, being held at the Parkside Older Adult Centre, 140 Durham Street in Sudbury. Register to watch online.
Wednesday, October 18, 7:00 p.m. — Essex County Branch
The Rising Village: An Early History of the Town of Essex by Laurie Brett
Before it was a town, before it was a village, before the Canada Southern Railway became the defining landmark of a small settlement called Essex Centre, there was a primitive road following a high ridge through the middle of Essex County. The Rising Village begins on that high ridge. It chronicles the arrival of the first settler families of Talbot Road West in the early 19th century, traces the rapid development of a small metropolis, and introduces a colourful cast of influential and extraordinary individuals. Register to watch online.
Friday, October 20, 7:00 p.m. — Niagara Peninsula Branch
Life in Upper Canada: Glimpses of Abraham Overholt and Family by Lois Johnson
Researcher Lois Johnson will discuss her research into the Overholt family in Upper Canada. Join us for tips and tricks for finding documents from early settlers to Upper Canada. Register to watch online.
Saturday, October 21, 1:00 p.m. — Quinte Branch
Researching Canadians Who Served in the First World War by Kathryn Lake Hogan
Over 665,000 Canadians served in the First World War including soldiers, pilots, sailors and nurses. Discover what was involved in serving with the Canadian Expeditionary Force, the Royal Naval Air Service, the Royal Canadian Navy or the Nursing Sisters in the Canadian Army Medical Corps. A brief overview of the battles in which the Canadian forces participated will be discussed. Register to watch online.
Saturday, October 21, 1:00 p.m. — Ottawa Branch
Researching Your Argyll Ancestors in the Argyll Estate Papers (Ottawa) by Dena Palamedes
Once they have exhausted publicly available resources, those researching Argyll ancestors may find answers in the Duke’s archives. Learn what is available and how to proceed. This is a hybrid meeting, taking place in person at the City of Ottawa Archives, 100 Tallwood Drive (Room 115). Bring your “bag lunch” and join us at 12:30 to meet and chat with other local genealogists. Register to watch online.
