Smarter Genealogy: Strategies That Go Beyond the Search Box

A four-week winter workshop for genealogists who want clearer answers, stronger evidence, and a research process that actually works.

You know there’s more to good genealogy than typing a name into a search box. This Winter Workshop is designed to help you slow down, think critically, and build a research process that leads to real progress—not just more records.

Smarter Genealogy is a live, instructor-led workshop that focuses on how to research, not just where to click. Over four weeks, you’ll learn practical, repeatable strategies you can apply to every research problem, no matter where your ancestors lived.

What You’ll Learn (Key Benefits)

• Build a clear, evidence-based research process you can use again and again

• Learn how to read documents for hidden clues, not just surface facts.

• Discover smarter ways to use newspapers as a research tool, not just a name finder.

• Create an organized digital workflow that saves time and reduces overwhelm.

• Gain confidence in interpreting records instead of second-guessing your conclusions.

This is about working smarter, not harder.

What’s Included

• Four live, 2-hour workshop sessions (with replay access)

• Guided instruction with real examples and practical strategies

• Downloadable worksheets and tools to support your research

• Structured learning that builds week by week. No random tips or shortcuts

• A calm, supportive learning environment focused on skill-building

Workshop Sessions

1. Beyond Click & Search – Building a Solid Genealogy Research Process

2. Hidden Clues in the Margins – Interpreting Documents for What They Don’t Say

3. Unearthing Family History in Newspapers

4. Mastering Your Online Genealogy Workflow

   
   

   Who This Workshop Is For

   This workshop is ideal if you:

   • feel stuck despite having “lots of records.”

   • want to strengthen your research skills and methodology.

   • are tired of jumping from website to website without a plan.

   • prefer thoughtful, step-by-step instruction over quick hacks

   Best suited for beginner-to-intermediate genealogists, but experienced researchers will also benefit from refining their process.

Dates & Time

Dates: February 5, 12, 19, and 26, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm Eastern
Length: 2 hours per session
Format: Live online sessions with replay available

Meet Your Instructor

Kathryn Lake Hogan is a professional genealogist, educator, and speaker behind Looking4Ancestors. She specializes in Canadian family history and is known for her clear, methodical teaching style and practical approach to research. Kathryn teaches genealogists how to think critically about records, ask better questions, and build evidence-based conclusions—without overwhelm or guesswork.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to attend live?
Live attendance is encouraged, but registered attendees will have access to sessions replays.

Is this Canada-specific?
While Kathryn specializes in Canadian research, the strategies taught apply to all genealogical research.

Is this a lecture or hands-on?
This is structured instruction with practical examples and guided application. It's designed to help you actually use what you learn.

Will I get handouts?
Yes. Worksheets and tools are included to support your learning.

Ready to Work Smarter?

If you’re ready to move beyond the search box and finally feel confident in your research process, this workshop is for you.

👉 Save Your Spot: Register for Smarter Genealogy – Winter Workshop 2026

Clear strategies. Stronger research. Smarter genealogy.

© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2026. All Rights Reserved.

From Loose Ends to Clear Next Steps: A New Year’s Eve Research Reset

A guided New Year’s Eve research session to help you focus, plan, and move forward with confidence.

New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be loud, sparkly, or exhausting. This year, you’re invited to do something much more rewarding: organize your genealogy research so it’s focused, well-structured, and ready to move forward.

The Rockin’ New Year’s Eve Research Party is an informal, stress-free genealogy session designed for family historians who want to end the year intentionally and start the new one with momentum. This isn’t a lecture. It’s not a challenge that overwhelms you with tasks. And it’s certainly not a repeat of earlier planning exercises.

Instead, this event allows you to pause, reflect, and make smart decisions about where your research is headed next by leveraging what you already know, what you have already gathered, and what still needs attention.

You’ll be guided step-by-step through a structured research reset that turns loose ends into actionable next steps. By the time the clock strikes midnight (or close enough), you’ll have a clear research anchor for January and beyond.

Here’s what you’ll learn and benefit from:

1. How to identify the ONE research focus that matters most right now
   No more scattered to-do lists or guilt over unfinished lines.
2. How to assess what you already have and what’s actually missing
   Learn to spot true research gaps instead of chasing new records blindly.
3. How to turn unresolved questions into clear, testable research goals
   Move from “I should work on this” to “Here’s my next logical step.”
4. How to create a realistic, flexible research plan for January
   One that fits your life, energy, and available time.
5. How to carry momentum forward with a Research Anchor summary
   You’ll leave with a written reference you can return to whenever you feel stuck.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned researcher, this New Year’s Eve event offers something rare: calm, clarity, and confidence in your genealogy journey.

Start the New Year knowing exactly where you’re going in your family history and why.

© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2025. All Rights Reserved.

Yes, You Can Still Join The 12 Days of Looking4Ancestors!

The holiday season has a way of slowing us down and speeding us up at the same time. In between the baking, the errands, and the gatherings, many of us feel that little tug — the reminder that our family history is never far from our hearts.

That tug is precisely why I created The 12 Days of Looking4Ancestors.

Each December, I guide my community through a gentle, festive genealogy challenge designed to help you connect with your Canadian ancestors in small, meaningful steps. And if you’re just hearing about it now, I have excellent news:

✨ You can still join us — and you won’t be behind.
Not even a little.

🎁 What Happens When You Join

Every day of the challenge, you’ll receive:

• A short, cozy email introducing the day’s task

• A beautifully branded worksheet to help you take action

• A quick video guiding you through what to do

• A little encouragement from me to keep you moving forward

These tasks are simple, joyful, and fit into even the busiest December day: digitizing a few photos, analyzing one document, writing down a memory, or exploring a migration record. Nothing overwhelming. Just steady, meaningful progress.

And because each day stands on its own, you can join right now and work through the remaining days or go back to earlier ones whenever it suits you.

Why It’s Perfectly Okay to Join Late

In fact, it might be ideal.

Many participants tell me they enjoy choosing their own order, focusing on the days that resonate most with them, and spreading the challenge across the month. This isn’t a race, it’s an invitation. A way to reconnect with stories that matter, at a pace that works for you.

Ready to Join In?

I would absolutely love to have you with us.

👉 Click here to sign up

You’ll get access to all previous days plus everything still to come.

Let’s make this season both meaningful and memorable, and uncover a few new clues about your ancestors along the way.

See you inside The 12 Days of Looking4Ancestors!

© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2025. All Rights Reserved.

What the 1921 and 1931 Censuses Reveal About Everyday Life

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When many family historians examine a census record, their eyes immediately focus on the basics: names, ages, occupations, and birthplaces. It’s easy to see these records as little more than lists of facts. However, the 1921 and 1931 Canadian censuses offer much more. With a careful eye, you can uncover hints about how your ancestors lived during a period of significant change in Canada’s history.

By the time the 1921 census was taken, Canada was still recovering from the First World War and the devastating impact of the Spanish flu pandemic. Families were rebuilding their lives in both rural and urban communities. Ten years later, the 1931 census was recorded during the early years of the Great Depression. Work was scarce, household finances were strained, and many families had to adapt to new economic realities. These changing times were reflected in the questions asked in the census. Enumerators recorded information about housing, employment, immigration, and even whether the household owned a radio.

Housing information from the 1921 and 1931 censuses is especially revealing. Questions about whether your ancestor owned or rented their home provide insight into their financial situation. Additional columns can tell you whether the home was mortgaged or free of debt. The type of dwelling also matters. A farmhouse, an apartment in a city, or a single-family house can all suggest different kinds of living conditions.

Information about your ancestor’s occupation and employment adds more details to your family’s everyday life. Was your ancestor employed full-time? Were they out of work but actively seeking employment? Did multiple members of the household work outside the home? These clues reveal how families adapted to economic challenges. A household with several working adults may indicate economic necessity, while one with only one wage earner may reflect different circumstances or opportunities.

Migration and birthplace data can reveal patterns of family movement. You may notice that a family living in Ontario in 1931 originally came from the Maritimes, Quebec, or even the United States. These movements often reflect broader historical trends, such as migration to cities for factory jobs or return migration to family farms during the Depression. Following these clues can help you trace your family’s journey through time and space.

To make the most of these census records, don’t focus only on your ancestor’s household. Look at the whole neighbourhood or community. Did multiple families share a surname or occupation? Were other relatives living nearby? Who were the neighbours? Examining these details can help you identify extended family members in close-knit ethnic or cultural communities. Sometimes, these patterns reveal connections that are not obvious in other records.

Try approaching the 1921 and 1931 censuses more effectively by first looking at your ancestor's household, paying attention to every column, not just names and dates. Then, look at the other households on the page or better yet, five (or more) pages before and after. This will help you place your ancestor's household within their community. Lastly, take time to consider the broader context behind these facts. What was happening historically and economically in their city, town or region?

 

When you read between the lines, a census record becomes much more than a list of names. It becomes a snapshot revealing both the challenges and opportunities of a family's everyday life. These details can further guide your research and deepen your understanding of your family history.

© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2025. All Rights Reserved.

The Tanned Turkey

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Family traditions aren’t always perfect, but they’re always memorable. 

As we celebrate another Thanksgiving, I’ve been thinking about the family stories that make us laugh year after year. Some involve long-lost ancestors, and others, well… involve culinary experiments gone terribly wrong. This is the story of the Tanned Turkey.

I’m not sure if it was Thanksgiving or not, but it seems fitting to share now. My brother was about ten years old when he asked Mom if he could make a turkey for dinner. Wanting to encourage his cooking endeavours and perhaps enjoy a break from cooking herself, Mom agreed.

Off he went into the kitchen, chopping, measuring, and mixing ingredients for the stuffing and the turkey. With a bit of help from Mom, he stuffed the bird and proudly slid it into the oven, quite satisfied with his accomplishment.

Before long, the mouthwatering aroma of roasting turkey filled the house. My brother checked on his creation often, opening the oven door to baste it carefully. When asked how things were going, he cheerfully replied, “Great!”

Finally, Mom announced that the turkey was ready. We all trooped into the kitchen as she lifted the roasting pan from the oven and placed it on the counter. That’s when we noticed something odd. 

The turkey looked like it had one too many tanning pills. It glowed with an orange-y, fake-tan colour. “Turkey isn't supposed to look like that,” I thought to myself. "Ewww, it's orange!" I said, pointing out the obvious.

Mom asked my brother what he had put in the stuffing. “Some of this, some of that, and some Lawry’s® seasoning salt,” he said proudly.

If you’ve ever used that brand, you’ll recall its bright orange colour.

“Oh,” said Mom slowly, trying to hide her concern. “Well, let’s try some before you make the gravy.”

My brother eagerly agreed. Mom carved off a few slices and handed each of us a piece. One bite later, our smiles faded—it was unbelievably salty.

Trying not to crush his feelings, Mom gently asked how much seasoning salt he had used. “I think it called for half a cup,” he replied confidently.

“Half a cup!” Mom gasped. “I think you misread the recipe; it probably said half a teaspoon!”

My poor brother. He had tried so hard. Unfortunately, that much seasoning salt had done more than preserve the bird; it had just about mummified it.

Even so, that bright orange turkey has become one of my favourite family memories. Every Thanksgiving since, we’ve shared the story, laughing together about the Tanned Turkey that was just a little too seasoned.

This year, as I give thanks, I’m grateful not just for good food but for family stories like this one that remind us that even our mishaps can become beloved traditions.

Updated, 2025. Originally published on George Family Gleanings, 2014.

What’s in a Column? Decoding 19th-Century Canadian Census Clues

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    Have you ever scrolled through a Canadian census record and wondered why the government cared so much about a person’s “origin” or whether they could read and write? You’re not alone. Those neat little columns, stretching across the page, hold far more meaning than most family history researchers realize. Between 1871 and 1901, as Canada evolved from a young Dominion into a modern nation, each census reflected what the government wanted to learn about its people.

    In 1871, the first national census after Confederation laid the foundation. Enumerators asked about birthplace, religion, occupation and agriculture. The goal was to understand who made up the country and their contributions to the economy. By 1881, the population had expanded westward, and new questions emerged. Census takers not only recorded the birthplace of each individual but also their racial or ethnic origins, reflecting the country's increasing cultural diversity.

    The 1891 census further refined these details by including “relationship to head of household,” a column in this census that genealogists now rely on to understand the family structure in their ancestral households. Then, in 1901, the census reached a significant milestone. For the first time, Canadians were asked to provide their exact birth dates, their race by colour and the year of immigration and naturalization.

    Often, we focus on finding the right name in the right place at the right time. However, the real discoveries happen when we read between the lines. The columns in the census records reveal details of each individual and the makeup of a household. Collectively, these questions tell the story of how our Canadian society shaped its identity and tracked its progress.

    When we learn to read the census in context, it becomes more than a list of names. It becomes a window into the lives of our Canadian ancestors.

© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2025. All Rights Reserved.

Can I Take Just One Part of the Canadian Census Course?

Last week, I received a great question from Sue, who wrote:

"Your Canadian census course looks really interesting, but my ancestors weren’t in Canada until 1873. I don’t need the first two weeks of the course. Is it possible to take just one or two parts instead of the whole course?"

Sue’s question really made me stop and think. Not everyone’s family history follows the same path. Some researchers may only need to explore early census records like those in New France, while others might be most interested in the later ones. That’s the beauty of family history—it’s always personal and unique.

Up until now, I’ve structured my course, From Habitants to Households: Mastering Canadian Census Records from New France to 1931, as a four-part series that builds chronologically. We begin with the earliest lists and schedules (1842–1861), move into the Confederation years (1871–1891), then cover the early 20th century (1901–1911), and finally wrap up with the 1921 and 1931 censuses. Many students have found that working through the whole sequence gives them the deepest context.

But Sue’s point is an excellent one. If your ancestors arrived in Canada, say in the 1600s or early 1800s, you might not need to spend as much time on later census records. And if your family didn’t arrive until the 20th century, you may only need to focus on the most recent censuses.

That’s why I’ve decided to open up registration for individual sessions on Thursday evenings. You can now sign up for the parts of the course that are most relevant to your research. Want to focus on Pre-Confederation censuses, or the 1871 through 1891 censuses? You can. Need more depth on New France and early Quebec or 1921 and 1931? That’s possible too.

Spaces are limited. Save your spot in the week you want now!

Week 1: Founding Families and Feudal Frameworks (1666–1825) New France & Quebec

Discover the earliest Canadian census records. Learn how to analyze settlement patterns, interpret seigneurial obligations, and decode occupational terminology. We’ll also explore how census entries connect with parish registers and notarial acts to reconstruct early families.

Register for Week 1 here.

Week 2: Pre-Confederation Censuses in British North America (1825–1861) Upper Canada, Lower Canada, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland

Dive into the fragmented and sometimes frustrating pre-Confederation censuses. You’ll gain strategies for working with incomplete or head-of-household-only returns, missing districts, and gaps in the records. Parish, land, and tax records will help you fill in what the censuses leave out.

Register for Week 2 here.

Week 3: Enumerating a New Nation (1871–1901)

With Confederation came new federal censuses, offering more detail than ever before. Learn how to leverage occupations, property data, and special schedules to track families across provinces, follow generational change, and uncover hidden stories about your Canadian ancestors.

Register for Week 3 here.

Week 4: Modernizing a Nation (1911–1931)

Step into the 20th century as Canadian census records reveal urbanization, immigration, and social change. In this session, you’ll learn how to pair census entries with directories, maps, and voter lists to create fuller narratives about your ancestors in this transformative period.

Register for Week 4 here.

Spaces are limited. Save your spot now!

From Habitants to Households: Mastering Canadian Census Records from New France to 1931

Why Census Records Matter in Family History

Census records are the backbone of genealogical research. They don’t just list names, they capture families in context, showing relationships, occupations, landholdings, and community ties. For anyone tracing Canadian ancestors, census records are indispensable. They reveal migration patterns, social change, and the everyday details that bring your family history to life.

A New Four-Part Canadian Census Course

I’m thrilled to invite you to my brand-new four-part research course, From Habitants to Households: Mastering Canadian Census Records from New France to 1931. This in-depth course is a deep dive into nearly 300 years of census history, from the earliest enumerations in New France to the comprehensive federal census of 1931.

Each session combines historical background, record interpretation, and practical strategies. By the end of the series, you’ll have the skills to:

• Confidently navigate census collections online and in archives

• Recognize the quirks and limitations of enumerators and record-keepers

• Correlate census data with other records to build stronger genealogical proof

• Understand your ancestors place within their community

• Extract maximum value from every census page

What You’ll Learn in Each Session

Session 1: Founding Families and Feudal Frameworks (1666–1825)

Discover the earliest Canadian census records. Learn how to analyze settlement patterns, interpret seigneurial obligations, and decode occupational terminology. We’ll also explore how census entries connect with parish registers and notarial acts to reconstruct early families.

Session 2: Pre-Confederation Censuses in British North America (1825–1861)

Dive into the fragmented and sometimes frustrating pre-Confederation censuses. You’ll gain strategies for working with incomplete or head-of-household-only returns, missing districts, and gaps in the records. Parish, land, and tax records will help you fill in what the censuses leave out.

Session 3: Enumerating a New Nation (1871–1901)

With Confederation came new federal censuses, offering more detail than ever before. Learn how to leverage occupations, property data, and special schedules to track families across provinces, follow generational change, and uncover hidden stories about your Canadian ancestors.

Session 4: Modernizing a Nation (1911–1931)

Step into the 20th century as Canadian census records reveal urbanization, immigration, and social change. In this session, you’ll learn how to pair census entries with directories, maps, and voter lists to create fuller narratives about your ancestors in this transformative period.

Who Should Attend

This research course is designed for genealogists of all levels. Beginners will find a structured path into Canadian census research, while experienced researchers will gain advanced tips and strategies for extracting deeper meaning from familiar records.

Flexibility matters, especially when it comes to learning. That’s why I’m offering From Habitants to Households: Mastering Canadian Census Records from New France to 1931 at three different times:

• Thursday at noon – perfect for those on the West Coast, international participants, or those who aren't "morning people."

• Thursday evenings – ideal for North American researchers after work.

Each session offers the same four-part research course experience, giving you the freedom to choose what works for your schedule.

To keep the sessions interactive and personal, I’m capping registration at 30 participants per session. Once the seats are filled, registration will close—so don’t wait!

👉 Registration is now closed for the full course.

BUT you can register for each class individually. Click HERE for more information.

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© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2025. All Rights Reserved.

How to Translate a French-Canadian Baptism Record Step-by-Step

There’s an exciting thrill that comes from opening a digitized parish register and spotting the name of an ancestor tucked among the looping lines of a French-Canadian baptism record. That moment when you think, "That's them!" is priceless.

But if you’re not fluent in French, the joy can quickly be followed by a wave of "now what?" The script looks intimidating. The words seem familiar, but not quite. You might know a little bit of French, but you really don't understand what the priest was writing. The structure of the record differs from what you’re used to in English records. Where do you even begin?

Today, I’m going to walk you step-by-step through a French-Canadian baptism record from 1898 and show you exactly how to break it down, translate each section, and uncover the genealogical clues hidden inside.

Baptism record for Anne Évangéline Langlois, 1898, Ancestry^®.

Understanding the Layout of a French-Canadian Baptism Record
In our example, the margin reads: Bapt. 73e Anne Évangéline Langlois.

Baptism entries in Catholic parish registers tend to follow a fairly standard format, which is a huge help when you’re learning to read them.

You’ll typically see:

• Left margin: The entry number, the name of the child, and sometimes the record type.
• Main body: The date of baptism, the priest’s declaration, the child’s details, the parents’ names, and the names of the godparents.
• Signature area: The priest and sometimes the witnesses.

Step 1: Translating the Date

French:

Le vingt un Septembre mil huit cent quatre vingt dix huit

English:

The twenty-first of September, 1898

Tip: In French, numbers are often written out in full, and older records may not use modern hyphenation.

Step 2: Spotting the Priest's Formula 

French:

par nous prêtre soussigné a été baptisée

English:

by us, the undersigned priest, was baptized

Tip: Recognizing these formula phrases speeds up your translation. They rarely vary much.

Step 3: The Name of the Child

French:

Anne Évangéline (margin: Langlois)

English:

Anne Évangéline Langlois

Tip: The surname often appears only in the margin; compound given names are part of the full legal name.

Step 4: Parentage

French:

née ce matin du légitime mariage de Alfred Langlois et de Milina Seguin

English:

born this morning of the legitimate marriage of Alfred Langlois and Milina Seguin

Tip: The legitimacy phrase confirms the parents were married. This is a clue to find their marriage record.

Step 5: Godparents

French:

Le parrain a été Richard Berthiaume, la marraine Eliza St-Antoine

English:

The godfather was Richard Berthiaume, the godmother Eliza St-Antoine

Tip: Godparents were often relatives; tracing them can uncover extended family connections.

Step 6: The Signature

French:

H. Lemay

English:

Signature of the priest

Tip: Sometimes the godparents sign, but here only the priest’s signature appears.

Putting It All Together
On the twenty-first of September, eighteen ninety-eight, by us, the undersigned priest, was baptized Anne Évangéline, born this morning of the legitimate marriage of Alfred Langlois and Milina Seguin. The godfather was Richard Berthiaume, the godmother, Eliza St-Antoine.

Where to Go from Here

With this information, you can:

• Locate the marriage record of Alfred Langlois and Milina Seguin
• Search the 1901 Canadian census for the Langlois family
• Investigate Richard Berthiaume and Eliza St-Antoine for possible family links
• Look for civil registrations or notarial records connected to the family

Tips for Writing Your Translations

1. Start with the structure. Learn where each type of detail usually appears.
2. Master the formulas. Common phrases are repeated across years and parishes.
3. Tackle the date first; it anchors your record in time.
4. Watch for legitimacy wording, it can lead you to other records.
5. Don’t skip the godparents; they’re often a key to extended family.
6. Use a guide. A good translation guide saves hours of frustration.

Your Go-To Resource
If this step-by-step breakdown has you feeling more confident about tackling French-Canadian records, you’ll love my French-Canadian Translation Guide Bundle.

It’s designed for both beginners and intermediate researchers, with:

• Full-page translation tables for baptism, marriage, burial, civil, census, and notarial records
• Paleography tips and transcription advice
• Abbreviation and Latin phrase reference
• Worksheets and checklists to help you work through your French-Canadian records

Get your copy at my online store here.

Author’s Note: I want to be transparent that this article “How to Translate a French-Canadian Baptism Record Step-by-Step” was created partly with the help of an artificial intelligence (AI) language model, ChatGPT 4.0. The AI helped generate an early draft of the article; however, every paragraph has been reviewed, edited, and refined by me. The final version reflects my human ability, curation, and creativity. While I used AI as a tool in the process, the ideas, story, style, and substance were carefully crafted by the author.

© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2025. All Rights Reserved.

Digging Up Scandals: Tracing Black Sheep Ancestors in Your Family History

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Every family has a story that they try to forget. A bootlegger uncle. A grandmother who “ran off.” A cousin who spent time “away” that no one will explain. These fragments of scandal are often whispered about or left out entirely. As family historians, though, it’s our job to dig deeper, not to look away.

When researching your ancestors, it’s tempting to focus on the proud moments such as military service, land ownership, long marriages, and community involvement. Nonetheless, a complete and accurate family history must also encompass the messy parts, including the controversies, secrets, and black sheep that shaped who our ancestors truly were. Scandals may involve criminal charges, out-of-wedlock births, mental illness, desertion, bankruptcy, or even time in jail. These stories can be uncomfortable to uncover, particularly if older relatives are reluctant to discuss them. However, they often hold the key to understanding sudden moves, name changes, or gaps in the record.

Ignoring these events creates blind spots while embracing them leads to insight and understanding.

In fact, the "troublemakers" in your family tree often leave behind the richest paper trails, including court records, police files, newspaper articles, asylum admission logs, divorce petitions, and more. These records can reveal not only the truth of the events but also provide valuable clues into your ancestor’s character, relationships, and community.

In my upcoming webinar, “Digging Up Scandals: Tracing Black Sheep Ancestors in Your Family Tree,” we’ll explore the types of records that reveal the stories many families attempted to conceal. You’ll learn how to:

• Recognize red flags that indicate a possible scandal.
• Approach sensitive topics with care and compassion.
• Access key Canadian records for criminal, divorce, asylum, and institutional cases.
• Put events into their historical context to better understand your ancestor’s choices.

And yes, we’ll discuss how to share these findings with your family without starting a family feud.

We want to believe our ancestors fit neatly into respectable roles. However, real people rarely conform to neat and tidy categories. They were flawed, complicated, and influenced by the circumstances of their time. Telling the complete story isn’t about assigning blame or creating drama. It’s about preserving the truth, honouring resilience, and giving a voice to those who were often silenced.

So, if your genealogy has reached a standstill, or if you’ve uncovered a hushed family secret and aren’t sure where to go next, this webinar is for you.

Day: Thursday

Date: June 12, 2025

Time: 8:00 pm EDT

CLICK to register here for this complimentary webinar.

© Copyright by Kathryn Lake Hogan, 2025. All Rights Reserved.