All My Relations: Tracking Indigenous Ancestors

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A four-part series for people who want to create or expand on a family tree, whether you are just starting or are ready to explore. Attend just one session, or all four. Each will include a short overview, a few slides to illustrate practical steps to locate and record information. There will be lots of time for examples, questions, and discussion, and handouts will be available.

Part 1: Getting Started - Tue, Sep 29

What are they talking about and where do I fit? Understand the terms – First Nations, Metis, Aboriginal, Indigenous, status, non-status, "half breed," Indian, band, tribe ????? The first step is to record what you already know, using forms for keeping track of your progress, and then six simple steps to a successful beginning.

Part 2: Research Success and Challenges - Tue, Oct 6

Where can I find records and documents to confirm the family connections? Keeping track of what you discover, and where to look next when the trail seems to have vanished.

Part 3: Writing a Family History - Tue, Oct 13

Collecting all that data is just a start. Every family has memories, photos, and stories that are waiting to be shared. Who do you want to share with? Self-publishing options are now easier and less expensive, so it is possible to create a book. But social media has made many other options possible – from facebook, to blogs, to podcasts.

Part 4: Creative Legacies and Presentations - Tue, Oct 20

Your family collection of treasures - baskets, carvings, weavings, old letters, tools, medals - can be used to create a unique presentation or a new "work of art." Go beyond scrap-booking – create a quilt, collage, shadow box, framed display of your needlework or watches – endless ideas to connect to your past.

Email [email protected] to let us know if you are interested; you will be invited to attend a Zoom meeting.

Links

• Aboriginal Genealogy Network Facebook facebook.com

Organizer

Aboriginal Genealogy Association

A cooperative network of enthusiastic volunteers with big hearts and willing spirits. Expand your family tree, track indigenous ancestors, share culture, knowledge, skills, and connections. Together, we are creating a legacy of stories, photographs and memories.