Canadiana Fest

REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS CLOSED – WE WILL POST THE RECORDINGS HERE WHEN THEY ARE AVAILABLE

A Two-Part Interaction Genealogy Workshop! Are you ready to uncover the stories hidden in your family tree? Whether you’re just starting or looking to break through a brick wall, join us to explore your Canadian ancestry with expert guidance.

• Famous Lineage: Could you be descended from a notable Canadian figure?
• Deep Roots: How many generations back can you actually go?
• Indigenous Heritage: Do you have many-times-great-grandparents with Indigenous roots?

• Session 1: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | 7:00 – 8:00 PM
• Session 2: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 7:00 – 8:00 PM

SESSION 1:

The meeting focused on genealogy research techniques and resources, with Janine Cotugno Guimond providing detailed instructions on tracing Canadian family history. She demonstrated how to use FamilySearch.org, Ancestry.com, and other genealogical websites to find birth, marriage, and death records, with particular emphasis on Quebecois records and French-Canadian naming customs. The session included practical examples of searching census records and building family trees, while Channon Mondoux shared information about Canadiana Fest events and resources. The presentation concluded with a discussion of various genealogical tools and websites, including RootsTech, and addressed questions about documentation, name variations, and religious records.

https://youtu.be/FVhHM-64I4c

SESSION 2:

Session 2 will be posted here when it’s available!

What We’ll Cover:

This isn’t just a lecture—it’s a hands-on masterclass. Over two sessions, you will:

• Master the Databases: Watch live demonstrations of essential genealogy tools.
• Learn the “Do’s & Don’ts”: Avoid common pitfalls in historical research.
• Build Your Toolbelt: Access genealogy software and research aids to help organize your findings.
• Source Like a Pro: Learn how to cite your findings so your research stands the test of time.
• Get Guided Support: Each session ends with a 10-minute moderated Q&A.

Note: This is a working workshop! You will be assigned “homework” between sessions to apply what you’ve learned to your own tree.

To ensure the best experience for our participants, please note:

• Space is Limited: Attendance is capped at the first 95 registered attendees.
• Public Service: This workshop is provided FREE as a public service.
• Focus Areas: This session is strictly for genealogical research. We will not be covering U.S.-to-Canada emigration, Bill C3 implications, or citizenship by descent.
• Recordings: These sessions will be recorded for participant review.

Your Hosts:

• Channon Russette Mondoux: Director/Creator of Canadiana Fest (Canadian American).
• Janine Guimont Cotugno: Genealogist with the Kalamazoo Valley Genealogy Society (Canadian by descent)