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Get More Value From Your Genealogy Software By: Shirley Gage Hodges. I hope that you have found a genealogy software program that you enjoy using. I do not intend to advise you about which one to use because it's all a matter of taste, and tastes do differ. At any rate, most of us are convinced that the one we are using is the best program available. Here are a couple of easy ways to get more out of the program that you are using. New Archives of Ontario Restricts Research Hours (Article updated with link to petition) By Kathy Orr and Ruth Burkholder. The Archives of Ontario has moved to a wonderful new state of the art archives building. We now have the proper facilities to access and research our history but many people are unaware that with the move we now have restricted hours of operation. Read on to see what you can do to help reverse the reduction of hours. Recent Articles: Who really owned Britain - was it your forbears? By: Rick Roberts. Britain's Victorian [1873] "Doomsday Book" released online today. The first ever complete collection of fully searchable Landowner returns is published online today for England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland circa 1873. These fascinating Returns provide the name and address of every Owner and their holding in acres, rods and poles, with the estimated yearly rental valuation of all holdings over 1 acre. Some leaseholders are also included. FamilySearch Expands Canadian Census Collection By Paul Nauta. Four pre-1900 censuses available for free online. FamilySearch, in partnership with Ancestry.ca and the Libraries and Archives Canada (LAC), announced today the addition of the 1851, 1861, and 1871 Canada Census indexes to its online collection. The new indexes can be searched for free at FamilySearch.org. Over a fourth of all Canadians struggle to trace their roots past 100 years. Having the indexes to all of the pre-1900 Canadian censuses online will make it much easier for Canadians to extend their understanding of their family's history. Brenda Dougall Merriman Wins 2009 NGS Book Award By: Rick Roberts. Brenda Dougall Merriman has won the National Genealogical Society Award for Excellence: Genealogical Methods & Sources, 2009 for her recent book United Empire Loyalists, A Guide to Researching Loyalist Ancestors in Upper Canada. The award was announced at the May 2009 Annual Convention of the National Genealogical Society in Raleigh, North Carolina. United Empire Loyalists Landing at Adolphustown By Brian Tackaberry UE. The Bay of Quinte Branch of the United Empire Loyalists Association of Canada (UELAC) will be marking the 225th Anniversary of the Landing of the United Empire Loyalists at Adolphustown, Ontario and the eventual establishment of the Province of Ontario. It is on the site of the United Empire Loyalist Heritage Centre and Park that the Loyalists landed on 16 June 1784. Mark your calendar for Saturday June 13, 2009 More Useful Websites for Genealogy and History Researchers By: Fawne Stratford-Devai. This week`s issue includes links to history and genealogy resources concerning Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, UK, England, Wales, India. Enjoy... Ontario Genealogical Society Call For Papers - 2010 Conference By Paul Jones. The Toronto Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society has released a call for papers from those interested in providing presentations, lectures or workshops at the 2010 annual Convention of the OGS in Toronto. More Useful Websites for Genealogy and History Researchers By: Fawne Stratford-Devai. This week`s issue includes links to history and genealogy resources concerning UK, naval history, world history, Russia, Scotland, Germany and United States. Enjoy... New Archives of Ontario Building Opens April 2, 2009 By: Rick Roberts. The Archives of Ontario is opening its new, purpose-built facility in north Toronto on April 2nd at 8:30am. The old building at 77 Grenville St., in downtown Toronto will close for its final time at 5:00pm on Thursday, March 26th. Ancestry.ca Project To Preserve Deteriorating Historical Canadian Records By: Rick Roberts. Ancestry.ca has announced a Project To Preserve Deteriorating Historical Canadian Records. The following press release provides the details. Ancestry.ca is the Canadian data component of The Generarations Network, a Utah-based firm that markets access to genealogical and historical data via online subscription. In Memoriam - Michael Brede By: Rick Roberts. The genealogical community lost an avid enthusiast and dedicated volunteer with the recent passing of Michael Brede. Michael will be missed by all who had the priveledge of knowing him. Ontario Land Registry Offices - Listed by county/region By: Ruth Burkholder An updated and complete list of Ontario Land Registry offices, listed by county/region complete with street addresses and telephone numbers. More Useful Websites for Genealogy and History Researchers By: Fawne Stratford-Devai. Check out some more helpful websites that cover a wide range of topics that are of interest to genealogists, family historians and history buffs. FamilySearch INDEXING Update & New Indexing Resource Guide By Paul Nauta. During the most recent update to the FamilySearch Indexing Web site, a resource guide was added. Canadian readers will notice progress on the Ontario 1861 census and Nova Scotia church records. Good progress on many other collections too. FamilySearch RECORD Search Update By Paul Nauta. Familysearch added over 6 million new indexed records and 1.4 million new images since January 5, 2009, to its Record Search pilot. Read on for the details... Federation of Family History Societies Closing Down FamilyHistoryOnline By: Rick Roberts. The March 02, 2009 deadline for closure of online data site FamilyHistoryOnline, produced by the Federation Of Family History Societies, is fast approaching. The Ontario Genealogical Society Appoints a New Honourary Patron By Don Hinchley. About two years ago our current Patron, Senator Lorna Milne, announced she was approaching the end of her Senate term and suggested the Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) seek another Patron. It is my pleasure to announce Senator Vivienne Poy has graciously accepted the position as our new Honourary Patron effective at Conference 2009. Senator Poy will be attending the Opening Ceremonies of Conference Friday May 29th. Some Hampshire and Suffolk, England Burials Now Online By: Rick Roberts. Learn the details about two websites where burial information is available for specific cemeteries in Hampshire, England (Waveney District) and Suffolk, England (Waveney District). The records can be accessed without a fee. FamilySearch Indexing Update By Paul Nauta. FamilySearch volunteers wrapped up 14 online indexing projects already in 2009 and continue to make good progress on the 38 open projects. There are two new projects from the 1930 Mexico Census this week, and the Colorado 1920 U.S. Census project is also new. As FamilySearch continues to expand into international record collections including several Canadian projects. New Online Resource: Census of Canada, 1891 By Sylvie Tremblay. Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is pleased to announce the launch of a new online database, Census of Canada, 1891. Through this online database researchers can access digitized images of original census returns featuring the name, age, country or province of birth, nationality, religion, and occupation of Canada's residents at the time of the 1891 Census. Canadian Civil Servants Lists of Canada, 1872-1900 Are Now Online By: Rick Roberts. Ancestry.ca (The Generations Network) has added another important collection of Canadian historical records in their popular online genealogy and historical subscription-based online archive. In Memorium: Wilson Harris Kerr By: Rick Roberts. We are saddened to hear of Wilson's passing. His always optimistic and helpful council, and cherished friendship will be deeply missed. Wilson was a tireless worker who selflessly assisted countless people in researching their family history. More Useful Websites for Genealogy and History Researchers By: Fawne Stratford-Devai. Check out some more helpful websites that cover a wide range of topics that are of interest to genealogists, family historians and history buffs. 3.4 Million Searches on First Day of New Online 1911 Census of England By: Rick Roberts. To the joy of many, the 1911 British census became available online on January 13, 2009. The project is a partnership between the The National Archives in England and FindMyPast.com, a for-profit company that provides access to historical records for a fee. Thre response has been extraordinary! New Episodes of Ancestors in the Attic This Month By Dugald Maudsley, Producer, Ancestors in the Attic. History Television's Gemini-nominated family history documentary series has more episodes scheduled on History Television and on Global Television. USA President-Elect Barack Obama Inherited Speaking Skills? By Paul Nauta. FamilySearch International continues to feed the growing appetite of family historians and researchers worldwide with the release of its free 1900 U.S. Census online. The free collection allows users to search the entire population of the U.S. in 1900—over 76 million people—and view high quality images of the original census. Using the online census, President-Elect Barack Obama would learn that public speaking skills and stage presence run in his family. More Useful Websites for Genealogy and History Researchers By: Fawne Stratford-Devai. Check out some more helpful websites that cover a wide range of topics that are of interest to genealogists, family historians and history buffs. New Online Resource: Connecting Canadians To Their Irish Roots By Sylvie Tremblay. Library and Archives Canada is pleased to announce that its partner, the National Archives of Ireland, has launched the next important phase of an online census research tool for the Irish counties of Antrim, Kerry, and Down for 1911. More Useful Websites for Genealogy and History Researchers By: Fawne Stratford-Devai. Internet users around the world can now access more than two million books, maps, recordings, photographs, archival documents, paintings and films from national libraries and cultural institutions of the European Union's 27 Member States. Military Historian Simon Fowler Joins Pharos By Helen Osborn. Top military historian Simon Fowler joins Pharos' roster of family history experts to lead a Pharos online course on researching military ancestors. Starting on 20 January 2009, the five-week course will look at the major resources available online and in record offices, such as The National Archives and the Imperial War Museum. Schindler's list and Holocaust Database Amongst 300+ Jewish Collections Free Online Access to major historical records will have significant impact on Canada’s Jewish population. Ancestry.ca, and JewishGen, a non-profit organization dedicated to researching and promoting Jewish family history, have announced a partnership designed to provide free, easier online access to more than 10 million* Jewish historical records. New Online Resource: Quebec City Passenger Lists Index 1865-1900 By Sylvie Tremblay. Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is pleased to announce the launch of a new online database, Quebec City Passenger Lists Index 1865-1900. Through this online database, researchers can search by name of passengers to access digitized images of original passenger lists for arrivals at Quebec from 1865 to 1900 which list the name, age, country of origin, occupation and destination of each passenger. New Imprint to Publish Canadian Genealogy Books - "OGS Dundurn" By Fraser Dunford. Dundurn Press and the Ontario Genealogical Society announce the creation of a joint imprint to publish books on Canadian genealogy. The imprint, to be called OGS Dundurn, will be governed by representatives from both organizations. Popular TV Show, Ancestors in the Attic, To Air on Global TV The Ancestors in the Attic Production Team is pleased to announce that Ancestors in the Attic is coming to Global Television! For four weeks, Global Television will broadcast episodes from the Gemini-nominated family history series. Please see the complete article for broadcast times. Gordon Watts Reports, 16 December 2008 - topics in this issue include:
By Paul Nauta. FamilySearch International reached a milestone today with the digitization of its 25,000th publication online. It began the initiative in 2007 and is ramping up to do even more—and faster. The 25,000th digitized publication was A History of Lewis County, in the State of New York, from the Beginning of Its Settlement to the Present Time by Franklin B. Hough. The book was published in 1860. Trillium Grant allows Ontario Genealogical Society to Preserve At-Risk Heritage Documents By Fraser Dunford. The Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) has received a grant of $179 400 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation as starter funds for a project to help Ontario heritage organizations digitize parts of their collections. The funds, granted over two years, will enable OGS to hire a technician, obtain equipment, and travel to the heritage organizations to scan the material. Ontario Genealogical Society establishes Palatine Special Interest Group. By Fraser Dunford. The Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) has established a Special Interest Group for Irish Palatines. They will have the same status as a Branch but will not be tied to a specific Geographic region. With the inclusion of the Irish Palatines the OGS has a total of 31 Branches across Ontario. Ancestors in the Attic Seeks Staff Genealogist for Fourth Season By Dugald Maudsley, Producer, Ancestors in the Attic. Ancestors in the Attic - History Television's Gemini-nominated family history documentary series - is searching for a staff genealogist for its fourth season. New Online Resource: Immigrants to Canada By Sylvie Tremblay. Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is pleased to announce the launch of an online database, Immigrants to Canada. The database contains Canadian immigration records held at LAC, many of which relate to immigrants from the British Isles arriving in Quebec and Ontario. Initiative Provides Online Access to a Comprehensive Collection of Canadian Censuses By Paul Nauta. Ancestry.ca and FamilySearch announce an agreement to digitize and index existing Canadian censuses. The joint initiative will allow the organizations to improve online access to a comprehensive collection of Canadian censuses. Shopping Cart & Order Desk Global Genealogy & History Shoppe 1-800-361-5168 ( 9-5 Monday to Friday )
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