We’re in the Winnipeg Free Press today in the B2 volunteer column, of course. Thanks to writer Aaron Epp for the interviews & the chats with photographer Brook Jones. It was fun to speak with both gentlemen. Check out the PDF of the …
Our volunteer team works hard to support and bring awareness to Manitobans about the Manitoba Genealogical Society. We are so grateful for the role you have played in pushing our mission forward and grateful for the opportunities to get you involved in our organization. What …
Saturday Openings at MGS on November 18 and December 2, 2023 The Southeast and Winnipeg Branch continues to open the MGS Resource Centre one Saturday a month by appointment only. To make an appointment, please e-mail se-winnipeg@mbgenealogy.com and let us know the time of your …
After taking a hiatus during the pandemic, the MGS Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon has returned. Join us as we gather for a potluck luncheon on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Doors open at 11 am, and luncheon will be at noon. Please bring your food item prepared …
The MGS Writing Club is alive and well, and open to all MGS members. Each month we have a presentation which usually includes a brief 15 minute assignment to get you started on your homework for the following month. This lets you ask questions and …
New Journals Kerri James, MGS #5962, Library Volunteer Member of the Southeast and Winnipeg Branch We have a number of periodicals available for use in our library. Some periodicals are digital and others are printed. The digital copies are available for viewing on the Resource …
The MGS was recently advised in April, 2023, that its grant application to the Manitoba Arts, Culture, and Sport in Community Small Capital and Special Initiatives fund was approved in full – $25,000. Rick Walker, Research Chair and his team initiated this application in the …
Report for Dauphin Branch of MGS – October 25, 2023 Submitted by Virginia Fox, President, Dauphin Branch The Dauphin Branch of MGS is getting back into the swing of things this fall. Our executive had an enjoyable trip to Keld, Manitoba on October 10th to …
MGS Fundraising Auction – Update by Kathy Blair-Colbert Chair, Fundraising It has been a whirlwind of activity since we made the decision to hold a fundraising auction. In late summer we started to collect items, and bidding culminated on Oct 23, 2023. …
Cemetery Corner Shaun Hobson #5336 Cemetery Committee Chair Cemetery Committee The next committee meeting is scheduled for 15 November 2023 at 7:00 pm by GoogleMeet and we welcome new members. Please email cemetery@mbgenealogy.com if you would like to join the committee. Cemetery Transcribers …