Tag Archives: Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Matane

Savoir faire — Matane genealogy society’s agreement provides free access to college library

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Gail Dever

Every day, it seems a coproration somewhere in the world announces a partnership with another corporation to improve customer service and lower expenses. Among genealogy societies, mutually beneficial partnerships still seem relatively rare. We are, however, starting to see some … Continue reading →

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Matane historical and genealogical society celebrates 65th anniversary

Posted on November 2, 2014 by Gail Dever

The Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Matane in Quebec’s Gaspé Peninsula is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year. It was founded in 1949 and added généalogie to its name in 1986. The society started with a small museum in … Continue reading →

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New publication about history of Matane, Quebec

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Gail Dever

The Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Matane (SHGM) has published a 70-page brochure, Matane d’hier à aujourd’hui (Matane from yesterday to today), about significant moments in the history of the town. One of the editors of the new brochure, … Continue reading →

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