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The Mission of the British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa is to encourage family history research, and its dissemination, by people interested in ancestry in the British Isles. https://www.bifhsgo.ca/
In the open discussion, participants are invited to share any new information they have learned as a result of talks at the recent BIFHSGO conference; brick walls; and eureka moments.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:06 PM
In the open discussion, participants are invited to share any new information they have learned as a result of talks at the recent BIFHSGO conference; brick walls; and eureka moments.
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The London Special Interest Group will meet online Wednesday 12 November at 2 pm ET. All are welcome. Check the BIFHSGO website for information on how to join. www.bifhsgo.ca/special-inte...
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November 6, 2025 at 12:05 PM
The London Special Interest Group will meet online Wednesday 12 November at 2 pm ET. All are welcome. Check the BIFHSGO website for information on how to join. www.bifhsgo.ca/special-inte...
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REMINDER: Everyone is welcome at BIFHSGO's military themed talks this Saturday 8 November. Also - at the breaks pick up an addition for your collection at the free book grab. For more information, or to register to join the meeting online: www.bifhsgo.ca/events
November 5, 2025 at 1:07 PM
REMINDER: Everyone is welcome at BIFHSGO's military themed talks this Saturday 8 November. Also - at the breaks pick up an addition for your collection at the free book grab. For more information, or to register to join the meeting online: www.bifhsgo.ca/events
At 10 a.m. BIFHSGO members Carol Annett, Sally Doherty and Susan Smart will share their ancestors’ Military Moments – stories pieced together about their wartime experiences and poignant contributions.
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October 28, 2025 at 11:50 AM
At 10 a.m. BIFHSGO members Carol Annett, Sally Doherty and Susan Smart will share their ancestors’ Military Moments – stories pieced together about their wartime experiences and poignant contributions.
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[Wounded at Chaplain Service Free Coffee Stall 1918 Arras LAC 3397061 series O-3193]
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[Wounded at Chaplain Service Free Coffee Stall 1918 Arras LAC 3397061 series O-3193]
Do you have an ancestor who served in the Canadian or British military? At 9 a.m. EST on Saturday 8 November Ken McKinlay will show where to find essential records—attestation papers, service files, medal cards, and more—and how they can reveal both military service and personal details.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Do you have an ancestor who served in the Canadian or British military? At 9 a.m. EST on Saturday 8 November Ken McKinlay will show where to find essential records—attestation papers, service files, medal cards, and more—and how they can reveal both military service and personal details.
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Please join us on Saturday 8 November at 9 a.m. EST for our November monthly meeting. You can attend In-person in Ottawa at Knox Presbyterian Church (120 Lisgar St. at the corner of Elgin Street); or online. More information, and to register to join us online: www.bifhsgo.ca/events #genealogy
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October 27, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Please join us on Saturday 8 November at 9 a.m. EST for our November monthly meeting. You can attend In-person in Ottawa at Knox Presbyterian Church (120 Lisgar St. at the corner of Elgin Street); or online. More information, and to register to join us online: www.bifhsgo.ca/events #genealogy
The topic for the October 29 meeting is "Newspapers in the BCA period". What newspapers have you used; where did you find them; and what discoveries have you made?
As always, there will opportunity for general discussion, as time permits.
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As always, there will opportunity for general discussion, as time permits.
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The British Colonial America Special Interest Group will meet virtually on Wednesday, 29 October at 7 p.m. EDT. Everyone is welcome, and invited to share. You can find out how to register on the BIFHSGO website: www.bifhsgo.ca/special-inte...
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October 25, 2025 at 12:45 PM
The topic for the October 29 meeting is "Newspapers in the BCA period". What newspapers have you used; where did you find them; and what discoveries have you made?
As always, there will opportunity for general discussion, as time permits.
#genealogy #britishnorthamerica #familyhistory
As always, there will opportunity for general discussion, as time permits.
#genealogy #britishnorthamerica #familyhistory
The British Colonial America Special Interest Group will meet virtually on Wednesday, 29 October at 7 p.m. EDT. Everyone is welcome, and invited to share. You can find out how to register on the BIFHSGO website: www.bifhsgo.ca/special-inte...
#genealogy #britishnorthamerica #familyhistory
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October 25, 2025 at 12:44 PM
The British Colonial America Special Interest Group will meet virtually on Wednesday, 29 October at 7 p.m. EDT. Everyone is welcome, and invited to share. You can find out how to register on the BIFHSGO website: www.bifhsgo.ca/special-inte...
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The BIFHSGO conference recordings are now posted. Until 30 November you can access videos of the 9 presentations; the conversations from the four 90-minute Q and A sessions; and the speakers handouts. If you missed the conference, you can still register. www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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October 22, 2025 at 12:28 PM
The BIFHSGO conference recordings are now posted. Until 30 November you can access videos of the 9 presentations; the conversations from the four 90-minute Q and A sessions; and the speakers handouts. If you missed the conference, you can still register. www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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3. If you missed the conference, you can still register to access it all until November 30.
For more information, www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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For more information, www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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October 20, 2025 at 2:42 PM
3. If you missed the conference, you can still register to access it all until November 30.
For more information, www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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For more information, www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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2. Very soon we will post: videos of the 9 presentations; recordings of the conversations from the four 90-minute Q and A sessions; and the quality speaker handouts containing rich information. /3
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The BIFHSGO conference held on the weekend was full of information about those on poor relief, in mental institutions, and in trouble with the law from the 18th to 20th c. The speakers told us about individual plights; record sets and where they might be found; and tips for how to use them. /2
October 20, 2025 at 2:41 PM
2. Very soon we will post: videos of the 9 presentations; recordings of the conversations from the four 90-minute Q and A sessions; and the quality speaker handouts containing rich information. /3
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2. Very soon we will post: videos of the 9 presentations; recordings of the conversations from the four 90-minute Q and A sessions; and the quality speaker handouts containing rich information. /3
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The BIFHSGO conference held on the weekend was full of information about those on poor relief, in mental institutions, and in trouble with the law from the 18th to 20th c. The speakers told us about individual plights; record sets and where they might be found; and tips for how to use them. /2
October 20, 2025 at 2:41 PM
2. Very soon we will post: videos of the 9 presentations; recordings of the conversations from the four 90-minute Q and A sessions; and the quality speaker handouts containing rich information. /3
#genealogy
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The BIFHSGO conference held on the weekend was full of information about those on poor relief, in mental institutions, and in trouble with the law from the 18th to 20th c. The speakers told us about individual plights; record sets and where they might be found; and tips for how to use them. /2
October 20, 2025 at 2:40 PM
The BIFHSGO conference held on the weekend was full of information about those on poor relief, in mental institutions, and in trouble with the law from the 18th to 20th c. The speakers told us about individual plights; record sets and where they might be found; and tips for how to use them. /2
Day 2 of BIFHSGO’s conference begins at 9 a.m. Three speakers and a 90 minute Q and A with our experts await. For more information, www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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October 19, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Day 2 of BIFHSGO’s conference begins at 9 a.m. Three speakers and a 90 minute Q and A with our experts await. For more information, www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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STARTING AT 9 a.m. TODAY! BIFHSGO’s virtual conference "Researching the Disadvantaged of England and Wales". Nine presentations, plus an Expert Connect Q & A with our speakers. Recordings will be available to registrants until 30 November. More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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October 18, 2025 at 12:22 PM
STARTING AT 9 a.m. TODAY! BIFHSGO’s virtual conference "Researching the Disadvantaged of England and Wales". Nine presentations, plus an Expert Connect Q & A with our speakers. Recordings will be available to registrants until 30 November. More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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Only a week to go to BIFHSGO's virtual conference. Nine presentations over two days, plus an Expert Connect Q & A on Sunday with our speakers. Recordings will be available to registrants until 30 November. Fees: $35 members, $50 non-members. More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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October 13, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Only a week to go to BIFHSGO's virtual conference. Nine presentations over two days, plus an Expert Connect Q & A on Sunday with our speakers. Recordings will be available to registrants until 30 November. Fees: $35 members, $50 non-members. More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
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This is your chance to ask your questions of experts to discover how society dealt with - and recorded info about – ancestors who were poor, “mentally unfit”, and criminal.
October 6, 2025 at 3:08 PM
This is your chance to ask your questions of experts to discover how society dealt with - and recorded info about – ancestors who were poor, “mentally unfit”, and criminal.
BIFHGO’s virtual conference "Researching the Disadvantaged of England and Wales" will feature 90-minute Q and A breakout sessions with 8 of our speakers on Sunday 19 October at 2 p.m.
More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
2025 BIFHSGO Conference
“Researching the Disadvantaged of England and Wales” BIFHSGO's 2025 Virtual annual conference, to be held Saturday and Sunday, 18 and 19 October 2025
Expert speakers for this event include Mark Car...
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October 6, 2025 at 3:08 PM
BIFHGO’s virtual conference "Researching the Disadvantaged of England and Wales" will feature 90-minute Q and A breakout sessions with 8 of our speakers on Sunday 19 October at 2 p.m.
More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
More detail at www.bifhsgo.ca/2025-conference
On 19 October, Nathan Dylan Goodwin will present “Finding Henry” at 3:45 p.m. Nathan will explain the range of genealogical methodology approaches, archives and DNA testing used to discover the identity of an illegitimate child's biological father. More detail: bit.ly/3Vd7NMS
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October 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
On 19 October, Nathan Dylan Goodwin will present “Finding Henry” at 3:45 p.m. Nathan will explain the range of genealogical methodology approaches, archives and DNA testing used to discover the identity of an illegitimate child's biological father. More detail: bit.ly/3Vd7NMS
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Until 19 October, 2026 BIFHSGO memberships are 10% off. We'd love to have you join us.
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With a membership, the registration fee for our conference on 18 and 19 October is also reduced. Two ways to save!
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With a membership, the registration fee for our conference on 18 and 19 October is also reduced. Two ways to save!
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October 2, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Until 19 October, 2026 BIFHSGO memberships are 10% off. We'd love to have you join us.
www.bifhsgo.ca/member
With a membership, the registration fee for our conference on 18 and 19 October is also reduced. Two ways to save!
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www.bifhsgo.ca/member
With a membership, the registration fee for our conference on 18 and 19 October is also reduced. Two ways to save!
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On 19 October, crime historian Dr. Angela Buckley will present "Family Felons: Uncovering the Criminal Past” at 12:30 p.m. Angela will examine social conditions, the range of offences committed, and the evolution of the criminal justice system. More detail: bit.ly/3Vd7NMS
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September 30, 2025 at 12:35 PM
On 19 October, crime historian Dr. Angela Buckley will present "Family Felons: Uncovering the Criminal Past” at 12:30 p.m. Angela will examine social conditions, the range of offences committed, and the evolution of the criminal justice system. More detail: bit.ly/3Vd7NMS
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On 19 October Denise Bates will present “Researching History from Newspapers” at 10:30 a.m. She will offer tips for researching ancestors; how to understand their story in the context of the times; and problems that can arise with newspaper research. More detail: bit.ly/3Vd7NMS
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September 29, 2025 at 2:40 PM
On 19 October Denise Bates will present “Researching History from Newspapers” at 10:30 a.m. She will offer tips for researching ancestors; how to understand their story in the context of the times; and problems that can arise with newspaper research. More detail: bit.ly/3Vd7NMS
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On 28 September the Middleville and District Museum will commemorate British Home Child Day with a talk at 1 p.m. by long-time BIFHSGO member Patricia Roberts-Pichette, known internationally for her research on the Middlemore Emigration Home.
More information: www.middlevillemuseum.org/events.html
More information: www.middlevillemuseum.org/events.html
September 28, 2025 at 1:54 PM
On 28 September the Middleville and District Museum will commemorate British Home Child Day with a talk at 1 p.m. by long-time BIFHSGO member Patricia Roberts-Pichette, known internationally for her research on the Middlemore Emigration Home.
More information: www.middlevillemuseum.org/events.html
More information: www.middlevillemuseum.org/events.html
For over 30 years, our volunteers have compiled over 90,000 British home child names from passenger lists and immigration files so their identities are preserved; and documented the Canadian connections these children formed throughout their lives. /2
More information: www.bifhsgo.ca/home-childre...
More information: www.bifhsgo.ca/home-childre...
September 28, 2025 at 1:51 PM
For over 30 years, our volunteers have compiled over 90,000 British home child names from passenger lists and immigration files so their identities are preserved; and documented the Canadian connections these children formed throughout their lives. /2
More information: www.bifhsgo.ca/home-childre...
More information: www.bifhsgo.ca/home-childre...
Today is British Home Child Day, observed on 28 September across Ontario to honour the thousands of children who left their homeland and built new lives here. BIFHSGO supported the 2011 Act establishing this day of remembrance. /1
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September 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Today is British Home Child Day, observed on 28 September across Ontario to honour the thousands of children who left their homeland and built new lives here. BIFHSGO supported the 2011 Act establishing this day of remembrance. /1
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