Join the Capital District Genealogical Society members for their monthly meeting, and to hear a livestream presentation by board certified genealogist Margaret R. Fortier.
Struggling to trace your French-Canadian ancestors? Name changes and language barriers can make it challenging. This presentation will explore the tools to overcome these obstacles. Learn how to track ancestors with or without a known Quebec origin, decode name variations, and navigate French records using technology. Explore the unique history of French-Canadian immigration, the concept of survivance, and Quebec’s rich genealogical resources. Start your journey—you might even trace your roots back to France!
Margaret Rose Fortier specializes in New England immigrant ancestry. A Boston College and Bentley University graduate, she holds a Certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University. She serves on the Association of Professional Genealogists board, co-edits the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, and will teach "Tracing Your French-Canadian Ancestors" at the 2025 Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy.
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