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A periodical is a magazine, newsletter, or journal that is published regularly. Many societies and organizations in Canada and the United States publish genealogical periodicals. Much of their content, in English or French, is devoted to compiled genealogies of native families and extracts from census, church, probate, and other records described in FamilySearch Wiki articles. They are an excellent place to publish queries or advertisements for a lost ancestor from Canada. Some examples are:  
===Overview===
A periodical is a regularly published magazine, newsletter, or journal. Several valuable periodicals concerning Canadian genealogical research exist. Many genealogical and historical societies publish magazines and newsletters. The articles in these periodicals often include the following:


*Family History News. 1995–. Published by Parr’s Publishing, 525 Ritson Road N, Oshawa, ON L1G 5R4, Canada. Telephone: 905-728-2037. (Family History Library book {{FHL|964950|title-id|disp=971 D25f}}.) This includes reports and how-to articles from all regions of Canada.
*Family genealogies and pedigrees
*Helpful articles on research methodology
*Transcripts or indexes of biographical sketches, censuses, church records, migration lists, military records, obituaries, wills, vital records, and more
*Historical background
*Current and historical maps
*Information about local and national records, archives, and services
*Interesting articles about social life and customs
*Book advertisements and book reviews
*Advertisements of professional researchers
*Queries or requests for information about specific ancestors that can help you contact other interested researchers


*Lost in Canada? 1975–94. Published by Mrs. Joy Reisinger, 1020 Central Avenue, Sparta, WI 54656, USA. (Family History Library book {{FHL|275201|title-id|disp=971 B2Lc; volumes 1–14 through May 1988 on 41 FHL fiche 6048073}}.&nbsp; Not available at Family History Centers.) It includes articles and records on eastern Canadian provinces.
===Periodicals===
The following are some helpful periodicals for Canada:


*Acadian Genealogy Exchange. 1972–. Published by Janet Jehn, Acadian Genealogy Exchange, 863 Wayman Branch Road, Covington, Kentucky 41015, USA. (Family History Library book {{FHL|983372|title-id|disp=973 B2aca; first 17 volumes on microfiche beginning with number 6049472}}.) It includes Acadian families in Canada, Louisiana, or anywhere in the world.
*'''''Family History News''''' 1995–. Published by Parr’s Publishing, 525 Ritson Road N, Oshawa, ON L1G 5R4, Canada. Telephone: 905-728-2037. FamilySearch Library {{FSC|764126|title-id|disp=book 971 D25f}}. This includes reports and how-to articles from all regions of Canada.


*The Loyalist Gazette. 1963–. Published by Dominion Council of the United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada, 50 Baldwin Street, Toronto, ON, M5T 1L4., Canada. (Family History Library book {{FHL|1475121|title-id|disp=971 B2L}}.) It includes articles and records on the Loyalists and their descendants in North America. There is a Loyalist Gazette Index 1963–1983 (Family History Library book {{FHL|181979|title-id|disp=971 B2L}} Index).
*'''''Lost in Canada?''''' 1975–94. Published by Mrs. Joy Reisinger, 1020 Central Avenue, Sparta, WI 54656, USA. FamilySearch Library {{FSC|92996|title-id|disp=book 971 B2c}}; also available on FS Library {{FSC|92996|title-id|disp=fiche 6048073}}. It includes articles and records on eastern Canadian provinces.


A number of other good genealogical and historical periodicals are published in Canada. Some are described in the FamilySearch Wiki articles for the provinces.  
*'''''The Loyalist Gazette'''''  1963–. Published by Dominion Council of the United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada, 50 Baldwin Street, Toronto, ON, M5T 1L4., Canada. FamilySearch Library {{FSC|116094|title-id|disp=book 971 B2L}}. It includes articles and records on the Loyalists and their descendants in North America. There is a Loyalist Gazette Index 1963–1983 at FamilySearch Library {{FSC|181979|title-id|disp=book 971 B2L Index}}.


Some historical and genealogical societies publish periodicals focusing on the French Canadian immigrants to the United States. These are often published quarterly and may focus on the immigrants to a particular region or state. Examples are:  
Some historical and genealogical societies publish periodicals focusing on the French Canadian immigrants to the United States. These are often published quarterly and may focus on the immigrants to a particular region or state. Examples are:  


*Je me souviens. (In English.) 1978– . Published by American French Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 2113, Pawtucket, RI 02861. (Family History Library book {{FHL|1418302|title-id|disp=973 F25am}}.)
*'''''Je me souviens'''''  1978–. In English. Published by American French Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 2113, Pawtucket, RI 02861. FamilySearch Library {{FSC|50655|title-id|disp=book 973 F25am}}.


*Lifelines. 1984–. Published by Northern New York American Canadian Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 1256, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. (Family History Library book {{FHL|1550234|title-id|disp=974.7 D25L}}.)  
*'''''Lifelines''''' 1984–. Published by Northern New York American Canadian Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 1256, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. FamilySearch Library {{FSC|54829|title-id|disp=book 974.7 D25L}}.)''
*[http://www.habitantheritage.org/our_journal Michigan's Habitant Heritage]. 1980-. Published by the [http://www.habitantheritage.org/ French-Canadian Heritage Society of Michigan], P.O. Box 1900, Royal Oak, MI 48068-1900.<br>


=== Periodical Indexes  ===
*[http://www.habitantheritage.org/our_journal '''''Michigan's Habitant Heritage''''']. 1980-. Published by the [http://www.habitantheritage.org/ French-Canadian Heritage Society of Michigan], P.O. Box 1900, Royal Oak, MI 48068-1900.<br>


Many magazines have annual or cumulative indexes. Two major composite indexes to some Canadian family history periodicals are:
Also [[Canada Societies]] and the FamilySearch Wiki articles for the provinces.  
 
Sykes, Ernie, and Eileen Sykes. Supplementary Index to Canadian Records. Revised. 3 vols. Salt Lake City: Genealogical Department, 1985. (Family History Library book Ref {{FHL|206919|title-id|disp=971 D22si; film 1421714 item 2; three fiche 6051409–6051411}}.) This indexes articles "of genealogical significance" in English-language periodicals published in Canada and received by the Family History Library by mid-1985.
 
Periodical Source Index (PERSI). Annual. Ft. Wayne, Ind.: Allen Co. Public Library Foundation, 1987–. (Family History Library book {{FHL|916401|title-id|disp=973 D25per; 15 FHL fiche 6016864 cover years 1986–1990; computer number 658308}}.) This annual index begins with periodicals published in 1986. There is also a multivolume retrospective 1847–1985 index (40 FHL fiche 6016863). Annual indexes have been published since 1986. This indexes more than 5,000 English-language and French-Canadian genealogy and local history periodicals published in North America. For Canada, articles are listed by record type within provinces. The Families section lists worldwide surnames alphabetically. For further details see the publication Periodical Source Index Resource Guide (34119).  


More than one million entries from the Periodical Source Index for the years 1847 to 1996 are available on the following compact disc:  
===Obtaining Periodicals===
Copies of periodicals are available from the local societies that publish them. Major archives with genealogical collections will have copies of many periodicals, particularly those representing the area they serve. The Periodical Source Index, or PERSI, is the largest subject index to genealogy and local history periodical articles in the world. PERSI is available online and is especially useful because it refers to countless items published in thousands of family history periodicals worldwide. Learn more at the PERSI wiki page here:<br>


Periodical Source Index [on CD-ROM]. Orem, Utah: Ancestry, Inc., 1997. (Family History Library compact disc series 1313 no. 61.) This source is searchable by surname, locality, periodical title, publisher, subject, or key word.  
*[[Periodical Source Index (PERSI)|Periodical Source Index (PERSI)]]. Ft. Wayne, Indiana: Allen County Public Library Foundation, 1987-. (FS Library book {{FSC|539226|title-id|disp=973 D25per}}; 40 fiche {{FSC|519852|item|disp=6016863}} (1847-1985); 15 fiche {{FSC|539226|item|disp=6016864}} (1986-1990).) Partially indexes over 5,000 English-language and French-Canadian family history periodicals. The microfiche indexes are cumulative; book indexes since 1986 are year-by-year. For further details see the PERiodical Source Index Resource Guide (34119).
*[https://www.genealogycenter.info/persi/ PERiodical Source Index] at Allen County Public Library; index.<br>


=== Obtaining Periodicals ===
Once you locate an article in a periodical, check the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] and regional or local libraries for available copies.
The FamilySearch Library has collected many periodicals, with some available in digital format and accessible online. Canada periodicals may be found in the FamilySearch Catalog with a Place and Subject search, as found here: [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=1927164&query=%2Bplace%3A%22Canada%22 Canada-Periodicals]. They can also be found by using:


Periodicals are available from the individuals or societies that publish them. Major archives with genealogical collections have many periodicals, particularly those about the area they serve. Libraries in the area where the periodical is published or with collections from that area often have these periodicals.  
*'''Place''' Search of the country, state/province, and county
*'''Title''' Search of the periodical
*'''Keyword''' Search for the publishing society name.<br>


The Family History Library subscribes to numerous periodicals. These are listed in the FamilySearch Catalog in several ways. If you know the title, search the Author/Title section. In the Locality Search, look under:
Also find Periodical resources available at other libraries via [https://www.worldcat.org/ WorldCat]. As with the FamilySearch Catalog search, search WorldCat using society names, locality names, and periodical title names.  
Learn more about how to search [[WorldCat Online Catalog|WorldCat]] and the [[FamilySearch Catalog]] on our Wiki pages.


CANADA - GENEALOGY - PERIODICALS
CANADA - HISTORY - PERIODICALS
CANADA - PERIODICALS
CANADA - SOCIETIES - PERIODICALS
[PROVINCE] - (same headings as above)
[PROVINCE], [COUNTY] - (same headings as above)
[PROVINCE], [COUNTY], [CITY] - (same headings as above)
[STATE] - (same headings as above)
Also [[Canada Societies]] and the FamilySearch Wiki articles for the provinces.


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Overview[edit | edit source]

A periodical is a regularly published magazine, newsletter, or journal. Several valuable periodicals concerning Canadian genealogical research exist. Many genealogical and historical societies publish magazines and newsletters. The articles in these periodicals often include the following:

  • Family genealogies and pedigrees
  • Helpful articles on research methodology
  • Transcripts or indexes of biographical sketches, censuses, church records, migration lists, military records, obituaries, wills, vital records, and more
  • Historical background
  • Current and historical maps
  • Information about local and national records, archives, and services
  • Interesting articles about social life and customs
  • Book advertisements and book reviews
  • Advertisements of professional researchers
  • Queries or requests for information about specific ancestors that can help you contact other interested researchers

Periodicals[edit | edit source]

The following are some helpful periodicals for Canada:

  • Family History News 1995–. Published by Parr’s Publishing, 525 Ritson Road N, Oshawa, ON L1G 5R4, Canada. Telephone: 905-728-2037. FamilySearch Library book 971 D25f. This includes reports and how-to articles from all regions of Canada.
  • Lost in Canada? 1975–94. Published by Mrs. Joy Reisinger, 1020 Central Avenue, Sparta, WI 54656, USA. FamilySearch Library book 971 B2c; also available on FS Library fiche 6048073. It includes articles and records on eastern Canadian provinces.
  • The Loyalist Gazette 1963–. Published by Dominion Council of the United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada, 50 Baldwin Street, Toronto, ON, M5T 1L4., Canada. FamilySearch Library book 971 B2L. It includes articles and records on the Loyalists and their descendants in North America. There is a Loyalist Gazette Index 1963–1983 at FamilySearch Library book 971 B2L Index.

Some historical and genealogical societies publish periodicals focusing on the French Canadian immigrants to the United States. These are often published quarterly and may focus on the immigrants to a particular region or state. Examples are:

  • Je me souviens 1978–. In English. Published by American French Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 2113, Pawtucket, RI 02861. FamilySearch Library book 973 F25am.
  • Lifelines 1984–. Published by Northern New York American Canadian Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 1256, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. FamilySearch Library book 974.7 D25L.)

Also Canada Societies and the FamilySearch Wiki articles for the provinces.

Obtaining Periodicals[edit | edit source]

Copies of periodicals are available from the local societies that publish them. Major archives with genealogical collections will have copies of many periodicals, particularly those representing the area they serve. The Periodical Source Index, or PERSI, is the largest subject index to genealogy and local history periodical articles in the world. PERSI is available online and is especially useful because it refers to countless items published in thousands of family history periodicals worldwide. Learn more at the PERSI wiki page here:

  • Periodical Source Index (PERSI). Ft. Wayne, Indiana: Allen County Public Library Foundation, 1987-. (FS Library book 973 D25per; 40 fiche 6016863 (1847-1985); 15 fiche 6016864 (1986-1990).) Partially indexes over 5,000 English-language and French-Canadian family history periodicals. The microfiche indexes are cumulative; book indexes since 1986 are year-by-year. For further details see the PERiodical Source Index Resource Guide (34119).
  • PERiodical Source Index at Allen County Public Library; index.

Once you locate an article in a periodical, check the FamilySearch Catalog and regional or local libraries for available copies. The FamilySearch Library has collected many periodicals, with some available in digital format and accessible online. Canada periodicals may be found in the FamilySearch Catalog with a Place and Subject search, as found here: Canada-Periodicals. They can also be found by using:

  • Place Search of the country, state/province, and county
  • Title Search of the periodical
  • Keyword Search for the publishing society name.

Also find Periodical resources available at other libraries via WorldCat. As with the FamilySearch Catalog search, search WorldCat using society names, locality names, and periodical title names. Learn more about how to search WorldCat and the FamilySearch Catalog on our Wiki pages.


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