As activities start slowing down for the summer, there are only two virtual presentations at Ontario Ancestors this week, but both are open to the public and free.
The following times are in Eastern time.
Monday, May 26, 7:30 p.m. — Toronto Branch
Finding the father of Regina Diamond Pearl Hole by Paul Jones
Paul Jones will take us through the most complex yet successful hunt for a single ancestor in his genealogical journey. He estimates the search for his cousin’s unknown maternal grandfather – her ancestor, not his – has taken more than 500 hours.
It’s a cutting-edge DNA story, but 98%+ of the time was spent doing traditional research. As with most complex cases, there were unexpected twists, poignant tales, and lots to learn. And there were frustrations – red herrings and blind alleys, Paul’s own failings (by his admission), inadequate tools and unavailable records. Join us for an informative and entertaining case study. There will be great stories, the latest tools in action, and Paul expects, the occasional cheerful rant. Register to watch online.
Tuesday, May 27, 7:00 p.m. — Wellington County Branch
Transcribing, Translating and Summarizing Documents Using AI by Thomas MacEntee
Learn how to harness the power of artificial intelligence to assist in translating, transcribing, and summarizing a variety of genealogy records. A handwritten baptismal record from the 1800s? No problem. A faded newspaper obituary? No problem. We’ll cover the best AI platforms as well as how to craft a solid prompt to get you the results you need. Register to watch online.
