When searching for census records, remember that new brunswick joined. Under each title is the name of a volunteer that will look up information for you from that book. Queens county family index ac queens county family index df queens. Nova scotia online databases this chart shows links to provincewide collections.
Statistics canadas census profile presents information from the 2016 census of population nova scotia province and canada country. Familysearch nova scotia births and baptisms, 17021896 free. Nova scotia is almost entirely surrounded by the sea. Contains registered births 18641877 with some birth entries as early as 1810, delayed births 18361907, marriages 17631932, and deaths 1864. In nova scotia, the nova scotia archives holds the following records. Cyndis list of genealogy sites on the internet with more than a quarter of million links, this is the single greatest links site. Page 4 research nova scotia in the canada forums on, the new genforum. Home 1911 nova scotia shelburne and queens sign on 25,500 lines transcribed.
Canadian genealogy and history links for a decade, one of the most valuable resources for researchers. As a result, genealogical research in nova scotia runs deep, includes many cultural threads, and is both challenging and rewarding. Routes to your roots is an interactive tripplanning tool for genealogists and family history researchers wanting to visit where their ancestors lived. Only a few localities are included and the time period varies by locality. Nova scotia archives our other online databases in addition to the nova scotia historical vital statistics, the nova scotia archives has created various other small databases and indexes that are often useful.
Home 1911 nova scotia shelburne and queens sign on. Census records genealogy and family history research guides. Nova scotia online genealogy records genealogy familysearch. Nova scotia census, 1861 nova scotia, antigonish catholic diocese, 18231905 nova scotia, births and baptisms, 17021896 nova scotia, church records, 17202001 nova scotia, halifax county, deed indexes, 17491958 nova scotia, marriages, 17111909 nova scotia, queens county, notes of thomas brenton smith, 17001950 nova scotia, vital records. Pre1851 census or tax list returns exist for various communities. Automated genealogy 1901 automated genealogyautomated. For genealogical research in areas of nova scotia other than lunenburg county, you may wish to join the nova scotia l genealogy mailing list. Ontario and nova scotia settlers, 17901860 ancestral findings. Nova scotia archives census returns, assessment and poll. Note that before the 1871 census, only the heads of household were enumerated and most of the information consists of statistical returns. The nova scotia census records before 1703 are helpful in providing a deceased persons name, age, and relatives. Ontario and nova scotia settlers, 17901860 early settlers of nova scotia and ontario included american colonists particularly loyalists as well as english, scottish, and irish immigrants. The sea affects almost every aspect of nova scotia, from the climate and economy to recreation. The following census records are available for nova scotia.
The scarcity of surviving civil records from nova scotia and ontario makes those found on this database even more valuable. These include the nsg subject index, selected reprints from past issues of the nsg and also the set of genealogical newsletters of the geneaological committee of the nova scotia historical society which run from february 1972 to. The following excerpt is from an article in the july 11, 2011 edition of indian country today. Family history sources halifax municipal archives halifax. Aboriginal resources nova scotia first nation directory mikes mikmaq page this site has a good history of the tribe and allows you to search the mikmaq portrait collection archives public archives.
The original records include 7,155 names and are located in rg1, vols. Census profile, 2016 census nova scotia province and canada. Marys genealogy treasures more than 20,000 links, with a heavy emphasis on alberta and canada in. Terms and conditions of access to and use of the nova. Nova scotia coroners inquisitions 17551928 nehgs, 4th floor microfilm n6485. The following census returns are available that cover a majority of the province in chronological order. Page 4 research nova scotia in the canada forums on genealogy.
The old court house museum, at 106 church street, in guysborough, nova scotia, is now available for visitors to conduct genealogical research. For genealogical research in areas of nova scotia other than lunenburg county, you may wish to join the novascotial genealogy mailing list. As a result, genealogical research in nova scotia runs deep, includes. New scotland nova scotia shield of arms revised by alasdair mckay, february, 2001 the arms of nova scotia represent a unique union of the royal and national arms of scotland. The canadian province of nova scotia has a historical system of 18 counties that originally had appointed court systems to administer local governance prior to the establishment of elected local. Guide to researching genealogy at the cloverdale library. Samuel freemans wife as they appear in the freeman families of. These include the nsg subject index, selected reprints from past issues of the nsg and. Canadian genealogy and history links nova scotia cape breton island petitions 17871843 nova scotia archives and records management search for cape breton residents who petitioned for land between 1787 and 1843 chester deaths17751818 chester.
Census of canada, 1871, new brunswick, nova scotia, ontario. Registration resumed 1 october 1908, and the province has maintained records consistently since then. Cape breton genweb index to 1811 and 1818 census rolls. As of january 2020, the following nova scotia vital. Farmer was the most recorded occupation for men with a count of about 40,000. Nova scotia archives census returns, assessment and poll tax records 17671838 the database presented here brings together an assortment of early census, property assessment, and poll tax records, providing a total of 69,807 personal names.
Sample 1901 lunenburg census records about the ernst family available from ancestry. Nova scotia, canada, births, 18641877 nova scotia began civil registration for births in 1864, but registration lapsed after 1877, and records compiled during the period are incomplete. Sep 07, 2017 a rather unique page that has a listing of various nova scotia genealogy and history books. Genealogical association of nova scotia free databases. A genealogical association formed in 1982 to promote the study of genealogy in the province and gath. Census divisions by province and territory the canadian province of nova scotia has a historical system of 18 counties that originally had appointed court systems to administer local governance prior to the establishment of elected local governments in 1879.
Terms and conditions of access to and use of the nova scotia historical vital statistics online service. The principal resources for the information are the yarmouth newspapers published since 1831, making it a history of yarmouth since its journalism began. The old court house museum, at 106 church street, in guysborough, nova scotia, is now available for visitors to. The nova scotia genealogist nsg a number of items from our publication are available for free viewing or download. As of september 2019, the following nova scotia historical vital statistics. A published genealogy is a great way to find missing ancestry links. Nova scotia genealogy records online, after general list, links by county, multiple record types ile royale, now cape breton, nova scotia, civil registration and parish registers, 17151758, index and images.
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Nova scotia published genealogies catalog ongenealogy. Nova scotia archives our other online databases in addition to the nova scotia historical vital statistics, the nova scotia archives has created various other small databases and indexes that are often useful in family history research. Nova scotia census, 1861 nova scotia, antigonish catholic diocese, 18231905 nova scotia, births and baptisms, 17021896 nova scotia, church records, 17202001 nova scotia, halifax county, deed. This census was transcribed and published by the nova. The nova scotia genweb project is a part of the canada genweb project. Index to 1811 and 1818 census rolls these census records have been transcribed from appendices a and b of public archives of nova scotia pans publication no. Nova scotia canada census records canadian genealogy. A description of the records and list of communities is included. Genweb nova scotia nova scotia section of genweb genealogical links. Formed to provide access to and promote genealogical resources pertaining to nova scotia and support the efforts of the local and county historical societies in the province. Nova scotia enumerated automated genealogy searchable databases we came to the fatalist library school student, which is juiceless dobodura, anonymously the automated genealogy 1901 census, and in which we had renascent such a tempestswept dimetapp retail our exemplifying obtrude.
Terms and conditions of access to and use of the nova scotia. Ontario and nova scotia settlers, 17901860 ancestral. The head of household, isaiah ernst, was born in nova scotia in 1853. They also have the contact information for the various institutions youll want to communicate. Nova scotia archives census returns, assessment and poll tax records 17671838 the database presented here brings together an assortment of early census, property assessment, and poll tax. An ernst family household of at least 11 members residing in the district of lunenburg was recorded in 1901. Divorces and matrimonial cause case files 17591951 nehgs, 4th floor microfilm cs88. Marys genealogy treasures more than 20,000 links, with a heavy emphasis on alberta and canada in general. They are an invaluable source of information for genealogy research. Frequently asked questions faq information on the records and resources available for nova scotia research. The nova scotia genealogy network association formed to provide access to and promote genealogical resources pertaining to nova scotia and support the efforts of the. The genealogical association of nova scotia has provided free to the public a catalogue of published genealogies of nova scotia families, second edition.
Within minutes, you can have a dynamically driven website that creatively portrays your family tree. They also provide published genealogies, 19812016, terrence punch. Major field of study classification of instructional programs cip 2016. Routes to your roots is an interactive tripplanning tool for. At first i couldnt figure out how to contact the person. The continue reading the old court house museum in guysborough, nova scotia now open for research.
Welcome to the nova scotia genweb project rootsweb. The nova scotia department of communities, culture and heritage department has created this statement to inform you of the standards and provisions we have designed into the nova scotia. Historical census records are a key source of genealogical information. Access to this web site, and information contained on it, is only permitted for the purpose of valid historical and genealogical research. Guide to nova scotia online genealogy records for researching ancestry, family history and genealogy.
This census was transcribed and published by the nova scotia archives in 1979. Formed to provide access to and promote genealogical resources pertaining to nova scotia and support the efforts of the local and county historical societies. Get more out of technologyfeel like you could be making better use of your genealogy software. Other top positions for men according to census records include fisherman, carpenter, laborer, miner, student, clerk, mariner, and lumberman. Nova scotia archives census returns, assessment and poll tax. Note that before the 1871 census, only the heads of. Genealogical association of nova scotia surname research. The database presented here brings together an assortment of early census, property assessment, and poll tax records, providing a total of 69,807 personal. Genealogical association of nova scotia home facebook. This census includes canada east quebec, canada west ontario, new brunswick and nova scotia. The goal of the initial project was to collect databases and other genealogical information and have a single location on the web for viewing this data. Census of canada, 1911 searchable database of facts and figures. The nova scotia genweb project is based on the us genweb project. To find links to collections for lower jurisdictions such as a county, town, or parish, go to locating online databases.
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