Meeting dates and other special events for both Nanaimo Family History Society and other family history societies are included in this calendar.  Our meetings are normally held on the third Monday of each month (except July and August).

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Writing a Genealogy Research Objective, Bronwyn Frazer

A good research objective helps you to clarify your goals, focus your research, and to be more productive. Join Bronwyn Frazer in this hands-on skills workshop to learn how to write an effective genealogy research objective. Register in advance for this meeting.

Genealogy Book Club, Terry Hartley

We are working through the book, The Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing and Genetic Genealogy, Second Edition, by Blaine Bettinger. Blaine writes about DNA in easily understandable terms, making this the ideal book for those beginning their DNA journey, while still tackling complex subjects that are of benefit to more advanced practitioners. You can […]

Writer’s Group, Helen Webster

There are strategies to assist you in the editing process, ranging from simple to complex. Over the next months we will review those we already know, learn new skills, and practice applying them all to our work. In the process, we will help each other improve our writing. Register in advance for this meeting.

NFHS General Meeting

Glenn Wright of Ottawa, Ontario by Zoom only Glenn’s presentation will be on exploring these resources that allow us to document -- and remember -- those who died in either the First World War or the Second World War.

Brick Wall Busting, Donna MacIver

Do you have a dead-end on your tree that you’re trying to break through? Please bring your problem to this session along with the ideas you’ve already tried. Donna MacIver will facilitate a discussion amongst the participants to brainstorm potential solutions. Register in advance for this meeting.

Introductory DNA, Susan Bates

Are you making good use of Ancestry Thru-Lines to identify your DNA matches and confirm your family tree? Join Susan Bates as she walks you through the use of Ancestry Thru-Lines, including how the feature works, how to attach your family tree to your DNA, and how to evaluate the relationship hints. Register in advance […]

NFHS General Meeting

Annual General Meeting followed by AHA moments by members   by Zoom only

NFHS General Meeting

Dave Obee of Victoria, BC – unknown topic at this time   by Zoom only