Welcome to the website of the Nanaimo Family History Society. Our society was formed in 1981 and is one of the oldest family history societies in British Columbia.

Our society strives to create a friendly atmosphere where people interested in genealogical research and family history, not only in Nanaimo, but also across Canada and around the world can come together. We promote, foster and encourage members to learn the principles, methods and effective techniques of genealogical research. We also collect, preserve, display and share information that may lead to a greater understanding of genealogy.

On September 7^th @ 1:30 pm we have an informative presentation with heraldic artisan Steve Cowan (Comox, BC) lecturing on Our Unique Canadian System of Heraldry, on Zoom only.  The subject matter for this lecture will provide us with an introduction to heraldry and the use of heraldry in Canada with many colourful examples of early heraldic arms. Guests may participate in one session for free, though we encourage that they become members for any further attendance to help fund our society. If you are interested in this, or any upcoming, presentation,  please contact us on our Contact page.

Our Fall 2026 meeting schedule, all starting at 1:30 pm, continues on, with doors opening at 1:15 pm for in-person meetings, which are held at the Vancouver Island Regional Library – North (6250 Hammond Bay Road, Nanaimo, BC):

                  October 26^th, In-person & Zoom, with “Travelling Back in Time Using Google Earth Pro” presented by                                            Marie Palmer (BC).

                  November 23^rd, In-person & Zoom, with “Writing Your Family Story:  Why It Matters and How                                                          Anyone Can Begin” presented by Nancy Haight Penrose (Brighton, ON).

                  December 7^th, In-person only, at Beban Park Social Centre for a members-only Christmas Celebration.

We hope that you enjoy your visit to our site and please consider joining the Membership.