Family history research begins here …

Ever wonder where your family comes from? Want to learn more about your past? Genealogy, an account of your family's history, can be both challenging and fun. Genealogical research is a rapidly growing industry – and a pastime that is taking the world by storm.

Discover how you fit into Ontario's history as you better understand where you come from. These basic genealogy links and suggestions will help you get started. To discover more, contact an Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) branch near you. The OGS offers a wealth of information and can assist you with many elements of your family history research – both locally and abroad. Or follow the basic steps outlined below to get a good start at organizing your data and conducting some basic family history research.

We hope you find this website a useful starting point for the world of genealogical research that awaits you! Have fun!

Please review the information on this website carefully!

The information provided by the Ontario Heritage Trust is for basic information and guidance only. The Trust does not provide genealogical research services or possess archival records for research purposes.