Due to our recent Manitoba winter weather advisories, the MGS Library may be closed. We recommend, particularly during the current extreme winter temperatures, that you call the MGS Library or related branches before you plan to visit to determine availability.
Due to the current extreme cold weather event the MGS Library will be closed Thursday, January 31st. The Library will reopen during regular hours on Tuesday, February 5, 2019.
Are you looking for inspiration to write your memories and stories? Brandon Public Library (710 Rosser Ave.) and South West Branch Manitoba Genealogical Society are hosting four sessions of Memoirs Writing on Thursdays from 1:30 – 3:30 pm: February 21 March 21 April 18 May …
Volunteers from the MGS Research committee are offering free research assistance for two non-members each month. When: Third Thursday of each month – Jan. 17, Feb. 21, March 21, etc. for a trial period. Time: 2-hour sessions from 1 …
Monday, January 14. “Breaking down brick walls – An interactive case study”. Presented by Kelly Southworth. Monday, January 28. “Loved and were loved (Honouring fallen soldiers”. Presented by Letty Lawrence. Both presentations will be held at the MGS Resource Centre, 1045 St. James St., 7:00 …
The following four courses will be taught by genealogist, Elizabeth Briggs, at 101-1075 Portage Ave. Fees: CRM members $15, guests $20. For more information and to register – https://www.crm.mb.ca/ Thursday, January 24, 1 – 3 pm Immigration for Genealogists Wednesday, February 13, 10 am – …
For great resources on local history and genealogy, check out the Library Information Guide at guides.wpl.winnipeg.ca/localhistoryandgenealogy. British Genealogy Monday, February 11: 6-8 pm Genealogist Elizabeth Briggs will discuss resources and organizations available to trace ancestors back to England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. She will cover …
Using “Kaye’s Dictionary of Ukrainian Canadian Biography” in your Research Wednesday, January 16, 7:00 pm. Presentation by Chris Bukoski, John Dobson and Lisa Haji Abbasi. Vladimir Kaye’s three-volume series “Dictionary of Ukrainian Canadian Biography” (EEGS has recently published the Saskatchewan volume) is a compilation of information …