Dig into Nova Scotia Black History Premium
The rocky, Atlantic-whipped coast of Nova Scotia seems an unlikely spot to uncover black history. But first archeologists and now genealogists are digging into the past of Birchtown, a tiny village near the southeast tip of the Canadian province, and retrieving the secrets of what was once the largest settlement...
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To successfully trace ancestors in Canada, you'll need to learn about the province's history to find the documents you need. Here's a look at some key dates in each Canadian province and how to contact the provincial or territorial archives: Province Date Formed Joined Canadian Confederation Civil Registration Provincial/Territorial Archives...
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Bring your family history into focus with our advice for roots research in the Great White North.
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Ancestry.com's Canadian genealogy site gets off to a good start — but it needs further cultivation.
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Got ancestors for whom Canada is home and native land? Get started exploring your Canadian roots with this step-by-step guide.
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