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''[[Canada|Canada]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Canada Genealogy|Genealogy]]'' | ''[[Canada|Canada]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Canada Genealogy|Genealogy]]'' | ||
Genealogy is used in this Wiki article and in the | Genealogy is used in this Wiki article and in the FamilySearch Catalog to describe a variety of family information gathered by individuals, other researchers, societies, or archives. These records may include indexes, pedigree charts, compiled information on families, correspondence, ancestor lists, research exchange files, record abstracts, and collections of original or copied documents. These can be excellent sources that can save you valuable time, but because they are compiled from other sources, they must be carefully evaluated for accuracy. | ||
== Major Databases and Collections == | == Major Databases and Collections == | ||
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Telephone: 801-240-2584<br>Fax: 801-240-4606 | Telephone: 801-240-2584<br>Fax: 801-240-4606 | ||
=== | === FamilySearch Catalog. === | ||
This is an automated edition of the Family History Library’s catalog. The automated edition simplifies use of the catalog. Using the catalog on FamilySearch™, patrons may easily find information about the library’s holdings and microfilm call numbers. | This is an automated edition of the Family History Library’s catalog. The automated edition simplifies use of the catalog. Using the catalog on FamilySearch™, patrons may easily find information about the library’s holdings and microfilm call numbers. | ||
The '''Surname Search''' of the | The '''Surname Search''' of the FamilySearch Catalog lists over 130,000 surnames found in family histories, genealogies, and pedigrees. When using the Surname Search on compact disc, press the F6 key to add key words or phrases that limit the scope of the search. The computer will find descriptions in which both the surname and the key words appear. This is especially helpful for narrowing searches on a common surname like Smith. To choose key words, use the names of provinces where the family lived or prominent maiden surnames in the family. | ||
=== International Genealogical Index. === | === International Genealogical Index. === | ||
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== Other Genealogical Indexes == | == Other Genealogical Indexes == | ||
Many provincial archives and genealogical societies have prepared surname indexes of various records. The Family History Library has microfilm copies of genealogical indexes for some provinces and portions of provinces. See the Locality Search of the | Many provincial archives and genealogical societies have prepared surname indexes of various records. The Family History Library has microfilm copies of genealogical indexes for some provinces and portions of provinces. See the Locality Search of the FamilySearch Catalog under headings such as: | ||
CANADA - GENEALOGY - INDEXES | CANADA - GENEALOGY - INDEXES | ||
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Additional genealogical dictionaries and collections are listed in the Research Wiki articles for the provinces. | Additional genealogical dictionaries and collections are listed in the Research Wiki articles for the provinces. | ||
Find additional genealogical collections in the | Find additional genealogical collections in the FamilySearch Catalog under: | ||
CANADA - GENEALOGY | CANADA - GENEALOGY | ||
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Many Canadian families have produced histories or newsletters that have genealogical information, biographies, photographs, and other excellent information. These usually cover several generations of the family. | Many Canadian families have produced histories or newsletters that have genealogical information, biographies, photographs, and other excellent information. These usually cover several generations of the family. | ||
The Family History Library has many published Canadian family histories and newsletters. See the | The Family History Library has many published Canadian family histories and newsletters. See the FamilySearch Catalog, Surname section. This lists only the main surnames discussed in each family history. | ||
Many published Canadian family histories are listed in the following works: | Many published Canadian family histories are listed in the following works: | ||