Presented by: Sara Chatfield
Summary:
Learn how to search for information about Indigenous ancestors and communities using familiar genealogical sources as well as other government records held at Library and Archives Canada.
Description:
This presentation will cover the types of documents and resources you can find on the LAC website for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nation genealogy. Sara will cover: Review of Search tools and information about new LAC website; Indigenous people and the government of Canada – records that reflect a historical relationship and terminology considerations; Vital statistics; Census; Record Group 10 (RG10) – The Department of Indian Affairs – Overview of collection including: Estate files, Band lists, Enfranchisement files, and Residential School files; Record Group 15 (RG15) – Department of the Interior including: Métis Nation Scrip documents; Record Group 85 (RG85) – Northern Affairs Program; Access to Information and Privacy – accessing restricted records; Other Sources including: Newspapers, City Directories, Family Histories, Military records, and Published sources.
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