Genealogy/History Links

Why not write your own personal "life review"?  Record in writing and photographs your life history, so that it will not be lost..."

Genealogy Databases

Ancestry.ca
A subscription-based online genealogical research service providing access to census, vital statistics, and more to help in family history research. We have free in-library access to this resource with your library card!

City of Vancouver Ancestors
Investigate your West Coast family history

Please note: Hinton Archives does not generally have birth, death or marriage certificates. Those are available through provincial Vital Statistics offices.

History links

Provincial Archives of Alberta
Use this link to search descriptions of archival records held in the Provincial Archives of Alberta

Library and Archives Canada
An all-round history research site.

U.S. National Archives Census search

Tips on Preservation of Family Heirlooms

U.S. National Archives How To Preserve Family Archives
Hinton Library Genealogy books

Come in & browse the Library's collection of "how-to" genealogy books at Call # 929.107.