Who We Are

Gene the Genealogist

The Manitoba Genealogical Society Inc. (MGS) is a genealogical organization that promotes genealogical research and the writing of family histories.  MGS is a registered charity in Manitoba, Canada, founded in 1976 and incorporated in 1982.

The main objectives of MGS are:

• To promote and encourage the study of genealogy and the compilation of accurate and complete genealogies in the province of Manitoba.
• To collect and preserve information, books, manuscripts, and other related material relevant to such genealogical study.
• To encourage and instruct members in the ethical practices, correct methods and effective techniques of genealogical research.
• To produce journals and other publications which may from time to time be authorized by the Society, which will further the objectives of the Society.

MGS has three branches located throughout the province and is managed and maintained by a very dedicated group of volunteers.