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Canadian Birth, Marriage and Death Records Article updated: 24 Febuary 2008 By: Fawne Stratford-Devai Biography & Archived Articles Intro | Alberta | British Columbia | Manitoba | New Brunswick | Newfoundland & Labrador | Northwest Territories | Nova Scotia | Nunavut | Ontario | Prince Edward Island | Quebec | Saskatchewan | Yukon 
MANITOBAIn Manitoba the government Vital Statistics office holds complete records from 1882, together with some incomplete church records prior to that date (searched only when the denomination is known by the applicant). The office can be contacted as follows: Vital Statistics Agency Consumer & Corporate Affairs 254 Portage Avenue WINNIPEG, Manitoba R3C 0B6 Telephone: (204) 945-3701 (English) or (204) 945-5500 (French) Phone Toll Free in Manitoba: 1-800-282-8069 ext. 3701 (English) ext. 5500 (French) Fax: (204) 948-3128 Email: vitalstats@gov.mb.ca Website: http://www.gov.mb.ca/cca/vital/ HISTORIC RECORDS For information about other historic vital records (not civil registration) contact: Provincial Archives of Manitoba 200 Vaughan Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1T5 Telephone: (204) 945-3971, Fax number: (204) 948-2672 E-mail: pam@chc.gov.mb.ca Website: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/archives/index.html The Provincial Archives of Manitoba holds many records that are useful to genealogists. The Archives has an online Genealogical Guide at: http://www.gov.mb.ca/chc/archives/genealogy/gen_text/index.html The Provincial Archives holds only a limited collection of birth, marriage and burial registers. Most Manitoba religious institutions maintain their own records. Details of these and other resources are provided on the Archives' Genealogy in Manitoba at: http://www.gov.mb.ca/chc/archives/genealogy/gen_text/outside_records.html ADDITIONAL LINKS & SOURCES For additional information on these and other family history topics check out the following provincial resources: Association for Manitoba Archives: http://www.mts.net/~ama1/ The AMA's mandate is to preserve the heritage of the people and institutions of the Province of Manitoba by improving the administration, effectiveness and efficiency of the Province's archival system University of Manitoba Archives: http://www.umanitoba.ca/libraries/units/archives/ The website offers information on the Department of Archives and Special Collections and the University of Manitoba Libraries. Information on collections including a searchable guide to holdings. Abstract of Burial Records: St. Francis Xavier, Manitoba, 1834-1865 Includes indexes of deceased, witnesses, spouses and mothers: http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Lane/7634/ Manitoba Mennonite Genealogical Resources: http://www.mmhs.org/mmhsgen.htm Provided by the Manitoba Mennonite Historical Society, resources include indexes, research resources and much more. Mennonites in the Catholic Burial Register of Tiegenhagen, West Prussia (1757-1770) extracted by Glenn Penner: http://www.mmhs.org/prussia/thglist.htm Genealogical Institute of the Jewish Historical Society of Western Canada The Genealogical Institute was founded in June 1990 to operate as the part of the Jewish Historical Society (now the Jewish Heritage Centre) of Western Canada that is dedicated to promoting the hobby of genealogy within the Society. http://www.jhcwc.mb.ca/geninst.shtml Manitoba Heritage Federation: http://www.mts.net/~mhf/ The Manitoba Heritage Federation Inc. is a non-profit membership based charitable organization that advocates the issues of Heritage within the seven heritage disciplines of the province for the preservation, education, and enhancement of Heritage. Manitoba Genweb Project: http://www.rootsweb.com/~canmb/index.htm Manitoba Genealogical Society: http://www.mbgenealogy.com Western Manitoba Genealogy Project: target="_blank">http://www.westmanitoba.com/ Hudson's Bay Company Archives: http://www.gov.mb.ca/chc/archives/hbca/index.html Founded in 1670, the Hudson's Bay Company's (HBC) chief interests for its first two centuries were the fur trade, exploration and settlement. After 1870, when its territory of Rupert's Land was incorporated into the Dominion of Canada, its interests became more varied. The area once known as Rupert's Land encompassed most of Northern Ontario and Northern Québec, all of Manitoba, most of Saskatchewan, the southern half of Alberta and a large part of the Northwest Territories. La Société historique de Saint-Boniface (SHSB): http://www.escape.ca/~shsb/ This important archives and resource centre promotes genealogical research pertaining to French-Canadian and Métis families in Manitoba, western and eastern Canada. The Library contains more than 10,000 volumes dealing with the history of Western Canada. The SHSB will conduct genealogical research for a fee. Glenbow Archives: http://www.glenbow.org/archives.htm The Glenbow Archives is one of Canada's largest non-government archives and a major research centre for historians, writers, students, and the media. It houses an extensive collection of unpublished archival records of individuals, families, organizations and businesses. More Manitoba Resources - from Global Genealogy 
BOOK - A History of Manitoba: Its Resources and People (1906)
By George Bryce.Bryce's excellent history is invaluable for those who are interested in the history of early Manitoba in general, and the families and individuals who settled in the region before 1906 in particular. In addition to the usual settlement history that one expects from a publication from this time period, the book also provides a quantity of individual and family sketches. During evaluation of the original book, it struck the publisher that there are a tremendous number of references to the places that early settlers came from. That realization resulted in an extensive new index which includes every instance of a personal name, plus every instance of a place name. ISBN 1-894378-68-7 More information
BOOK - Fast Facts For Finding Family From Manitoba . By Manitoba Genealogical Society (MGS). This research guide is designed to help those seeking to discover their Manitoba, Canada acncestors. The book helps family historians by defining what records exist; where those records are located; and how to use the records to find your specfic family. The MGS recommends the guide for both "old pros" and "newcomers" to Manitoba genealogy. More information BOOK - Finding Your Ancestors in Manitoba. By Laura Hanowski. The author takes the reader through the "5 W" approach to help researchers define their goals and look for sources that may have been overlooked. The "5 W"s: Who are you looking for; Where did the ancestor live in Manitoba; Where did they live; What records were created; and Why were the records created. More information BOOK - Historical Atlas of Manitoba, A selection of Facsimile Maps, Plans and Sketches from 1612 to 1969, by John Warkentin and Richard Ruggles - Province of Manitoba, Canada Historical and geographical facsimile maps, selected to show the main events and cultural processes that were importwant in the growth of the whole or any part of the area from the time of the earliest map, made in 1612, to 1969. More Information BOOK - The Silver Chief: Lord Selkirk and the Scottish Pioneers of Belfast (Prince Edward Island, Canada), Baldoon (Wallaceburg, Ontario, Canada) and Red River (Manitoba) . By L. H. Campey. Belfast, Prince Edward Island, founded in August 1803, owes its existence to Lord Selkirk. Its bicentennial is a timely reminder of Selkirk’s work in Canada, which extended beyond Belfast to Baldoon (later Wallaceburg) in Ontario, as well as to Red River, the precursor to Winnipeg. Aptly named "The Silver Chief" by the five Indian chiefs with whom he negotiated a land treaty at Red River, the fifth Earl of Selkirk spent an immense fortune in helping Scottish Highlanders relocate themselves in Canada. This is the story and ists of immigrants... More information 
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 - Starting Out in Genealogy. By 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 Canada By: 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 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 More information
BOOK - The First Century of Methodism in Canada, 1775-1883. Two Volumes In One.
By 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 & Resources. Second Edition 2005. By 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 America 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 More information
BOOK - True Stories of New England Captives Carried to Canada During the Old French and Indian Wars. By C. Alice Baker. This thoughtfully written book provides the reader with the gripping history of Indian attacks in Maine; New Hampshire; and Massachusetts. Events leading up to the attacks and the attacks themselves are described in considerable detail with an emphasis on how those engagements affected specific people, especially those who were captured and removed to Canada. ISBN 1-897210-98-1 More information
BOOK - The Canadian Almanac of 1862. Originally 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
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
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