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Exploring Library and Archives Canada Online

Ken McKinlay
Jun 20, 2025
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Introduction
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Collections
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Research Guides
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Census Records
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Military Records
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Collection Search
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Questions / answers
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About this webinar

Over the past few years, the website for Library and Archives Canada has undergone a number of changes. For some long-time users of the old site, this has caused moments of frustration. In this talk we take a look at the new site, touch upon using the new census search system, and explore other resources they have made available to us.

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Ken McKinlay
Ken McKinlay’s foray into his family tree research started with three simple family stories that he wanted to confirm or refute. Even though the truths behind those initial tales have been uncovered, more questions continue to surface needin
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    Blaine Jensen
    3 days ago

    This was a great introduction to the LAC resource that I have never used before. The speaker was clear, enthusiastic, and made it so that I am not intimidated to go an try out the site.

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    Patricia Taylor
    3 days ago

    Ken’s guided tour of the LAC site and encouraging words are just what I needed. Thanks!

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    Wesley Johnston
    3 days ago

    Great job, Ken — navigating the new website effectively is a non-trivial task

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    Donna Martin
    3 days ago

    Wonderful presentation. We are so fortunate in Canada to have the LAC.

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    Linda Sponenburgh
    3 days ago

    I enjoyed Me. McKinley’s enthusiasm and encouragement in searching genealogy records in Canada. I learned something. 🙂

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    Beverly Leeming
    3 days ago

    While case studies are fascinating, nothing beats the helpfulness of a detailed, clearly explained how to.

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    George Wozny
    3 days ago

    Good information but wish there was more.

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    Jean Foster
    3 days ago

    Good look at the Archives Canada website

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