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Books, Maps & Other Resources British Columbia, Canada Genealogy & History Books, Maps, & Resources - Canada | Flags of Canada Global Gazette Articles - Canada Searchable Online Data - B.C. | Useful Web Links - B.C. 
BOOK - Finding Your Ancestors in British Columbia By D. Jackson, assisted by J. White. Finding Your Ancestors in British Columbia identifies everything you need to do to conduct an efficient and successful family history research project for families who called in the province of British Columbia their home. More information
BOOK - A Short History of British Columbia By Dr. Ed Whitcomb. A Short History of British Columbia mentions in particular the gold rush, Confederation and the problems implementing it, the growth of the province before World War I, the Depression, the spectacular development of the province during and after World War II, the Social Credit regime of "Wacky" Bennett, and the period up to the mid 1980s. More information BOOK - British Columbia Vital Statistics from Newspapers 1858-1872, including an Appendix, Vital Statistics from Diaries 1852-1857 By Brian Porter, BC Genealogical Society. This book is an index to assist researchers in finding specific people in microfilmed newspapers. Without this index, researchers must look at every page of a newspaper to find the person of interest. Divided into 4 parts. Part 1: Events occurring within B.C. Part 2: Events occurring outside B.C. Part 3: Associated persons mentioned in births, marriages, and deaths. Part 4: Associated persons (listed by control number). Parts 1-3 are arranged alphabetically by surname. 168 pages; softcover-perfectbound; publ 1994; isbn 0-895031-17-6; limited quantity available. .
BOOK - Heads of Household in British Columbia in 1874 By BC Genealogical Society. Combines into one listing entries from the Directory of Victoria, and the List of Person Eligible to Vote that was printed in the Journals of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (1875). Information is organized under the following columns: Ref.; Name; Occupation; Location; Listed Under Area; Voter of (place); Polling Division. 115 pages; maps; softcover-thermal bound; 8.5" X 11"; publ 1984; isbn 0969136951; new books with light shelf-wear, limited quantity available. .
BOOK - The Western Canada Photographers List (1860-1925). By Glen C. Phillips. An invaluable guide to help you identify the place and date when a photograph was taken. Many family history researchers have boxes of photographs, but do not know who is depicted in the photo nor when or where it was taken. This book lists individual photographers, where they worked and when. That means that if you have a photograph that includes a photographer's stamp or other identification you can easily find out when and where that picture was taken. Oftentimes that will help you to identify who is in the picture. More information
BOOK - Tracing Your Aboriginal Ancestors in the Prairie Provinces, A Guide to the Records and How to Use Them. by: Saskatchewan Genealogical Society, edited by Laura M. Hanowski. Tracing Your Aboriginal Ancestors in the Prairie Provinces contains detailed explanations about each record group showing when and why they were created, where you will find them today and how and why you would want to access them. In addition to the records found in centres throughout Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan there are chapters or sections devoted to federal records such as census, military, and immigration, as well as the historic records created by the Department of the Interior and the Department ofIndian Affairs. More Information 
BOOK - Using Maps in Family History Research, Revised and Updated
By Fawne Stratford-Devai
This book provides insights into the use of maps for genealogical and historical research. The visual representation of the land and communities on a map can offer evidence in its own right. It is the task of the researcher to carefully evaluate every piece of the puzzle in order to identify and understand individuals, families, migration routes, and even settlement patterns.
Examples used include Canada, USA, UK, world. Every family historian can benefit from this valuable booklet. ISBN 1-894378-85-1 More information
BOOK - Starting Out in GenealogyBy Ruth Burkholder Building a family tree looks like a daunting taste to the unititiated, however it's easier than you think! Family history research is not complicated as long as you know which records are available, where to find those records, and how to organize the information that you gather. This guide is designed for the beginner. However, it will also be of considerable help to those who have already started researching and recording family history, but want to improve their skills and results. ISBN 978-1-897446-02-7 More information
BOOK - Canadian Records of Birth, Marriage and Death: A Guide By Fawne Stratford-Devai The government registration of births, marriages and deaths, is usually referred to as civil registration and the records as "vital records". In Canada, the responsibility for all aspects of civil registration falls to the individual provinces and territories. This guide is designed to provide a general overview and introduction to Canadian vital records in all jurisdictions across Canada; where they are, and how to access them. ISBN 1-894571-89-4 More information
BOOK - Routes To Routes By Ryan Taylor A wide range of genealogical and research topics assist family historians with their quest to uncover their roots. Included is an essay describing how to effectively use libraries for family history research and how to best utilize the skills and training of professional librarians. The book is an entertaining read, however, before you know it, you will accumulate many sound research ideas from the vast experience of Mr. Taylor. ISBN 0-9682524-0-0 More information
BOOK - The Sash Canada Wore - A Historical Geography of The Orange Order in CanadaBy: Cecil J. Houston and William J. Smith This work explores the role of the Orange Order in the unfolding settlement geography of Canada. Protestant Irish soldiers and emigrants, largely Ulster-born, introduced the organization into New Brunswick, Quebec, and Ontario within the first decade of the nineteenth century. At its zenith, he movement had a membership of as many as one in three Canadians. ISBN 1-894378-31-8 More information
BOOK - Cyclopaedia Of Methodism In Canada By Rev. George H. Cornish Originally published by Methodist Book and Publishing House, Toronto, 1881 This edition published by Global Heritage Press, Milton 2001 (CD 2009) Originally published in 1880, this high quality reprint provides historical, educational and statistical information regarding the Methodist Church in Canada, dating from the "beginning of the Work" (1765) in the several provinces of the Dominion Of Canada and extending to 1880. Includes information about all of those who served as ministers and circuit riders, complete with a record of where and when they served. ISBN 1-894378-16-4 (Hardcover edition) More information
BOOK - The First Century of Methodism in Canada, 1775-1883. Two Volumes In OneBy J. E. Sanderson Originally published by William Briggs, 1908 (vol. 1) & 1910 (vol. 2) This Historical Reprint by Global Heritage Press Sanderson's fine history of the early years of Methodism in Canada has served as an essential resource for more than a century. Being out of print for over one hundred years, this new edition has been pubished to provide access for today's researchers. This editon is a facsimile reprint of both of the original volumes, bound into a single book. ISBN 978-1-897446-34-8 More information Two volumes in one book
BOOK - Getting From Here To There, Identifying the Origins of Immigrants to Canada Revised and Expanded Edition By: Fawne Stratford-Devai One of the more difficult things to do in a family history research project is to identify where your original immigrant ancestor came from. Sometimes we know the country they came from, but not the specific place within that country. In order to find records in the "old-country" it is very helpful to know which town, parish, county etc that the person came from. This book identifies a long list of potential sources in Canada, where you may find that critical piece of information. ISBN 1-897210-80-9 More information
BOOK - Canadian Family History in the 21st Century, Lessons, Links & ResourcesSecond Edition 2005By Fawne Stratford-Devai This newly updated and expanded second edition offers readers valuable lessons, links and recommended resources that will help you keep you family history research project on-track, saving time, effort and expense. The author is a popular genealogical lecturer, educator and author/co-author of more than 50 important genealogical and historical books. ISBN 1-897210-68-X More information
BOOK - Lovell's 1873 Gazetteer of British North AmericaBy John Lovell and Son, Montreal, 1873 Originally published by John Lovell and Son, Montreal, 1873 This facsimile reprint by Global Heritage Press, Milton, 1998 (CD 2010) This facsimile reprint of The volume contains over six thousand descriptions and historical facts about cities, towns and villages across Canada, as they were known in 1873. Also included is a listing of over fifteen hundred lakes and rivers with their location, size and general information. A table showing the railway and steamboat routes within British North America in 1873, which will assist researchers in understanding the routes that their ancestors may have migrated over. The table lists the distance that each place in British North America is to the nearest railway station or port. ISBN 0-9682524-5-1 (Hardcover) More information
BOOK - The Canadian Almanac of 1862Originally published by W. C. Chewett & Co. 1862. Many family historians value a carefully compiled almanac. Almanac's assist genealogists, historians, social historians and geographers locate information and records that affected the inhabitants of the area being researched. ISBN 1-897210-98-1 More information
Used, Antiquarian & Out-Of-Print Books: British Columbia
BOOK - Strathcona: Vancouver's First Neighbourhood
By Atkin, John. Binding: Trade paperback. 7.5 X 9"; Publisher: Whitecap Books, Vancouver; Date Published: 1994; ISBN: 1551102552; Description: lightly creased back cover, rest is like new - excellent reading copy. 93 pages.; includes illustrations; bibliographical references and index. Only 1 in stock
BOOK - The Surrey Story (Part One) By G. Fern Treleaven. Solid local history from reliable source -- includes lists of early settlers by year. Binding: softcover - perfectbound. 5.5 X 8.25"; Publisher: Surrey Museum & Historical Society, 1969; Description: near fine condition - signature on front fly-leaf. 72 pages.; includes illustrations; maps, photos. Only 1 in stock
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