Industry News
In this section we have gathered some of the most popular information sources, such as trade journals, magazines, blogs, and association websites. Industry information is always changing. For the latest news, current issues and popular opinions, try following one or more of these sources. In addition, interacting with the websites that provide this information through commenting and asking questions may also provide you with more information.
In this section we have gathered some of the most popular information sources, such as trade journals, magazines, blogs, and association websites. Industry information is always changing. For the latest news, current issues and popular opinions, try following one or more of these sources. In addition, interacting with the websites that provide this information through commenting and asking questions may also provide you with more information.
Associations
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for your business plan. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
Canadian Associations
Library and Archives Canada | Provides users with censuses, immigration records, and resources to genealogy and family history records, and Indigenous heritage.
British Columbia Genealogical Society (BCGS) | Members of the BCGS have been actively researching Canada's genealogical heritage since 1971.
Ontario Ancestors: The Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) | OGS is a registered charity and is the largest member-supported family history organization in Canada. Check out the Databases page.
Alberta Genealogical Society | A non-profit organization formed in 1973 with an online search to surnames and an Alberta Homestead Index.
Victoria Genealogical Society (VGS) | The VGS was established in 1978 as a non-profit volunteer society, to further the study of genealogy. Check out the Genealogy Links page.
US Based Associations
Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) | The APG supports, guides, and protects all aspects of genealogy as a profession, and promotes the highest standard of ethics and professionalism among its members.
Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG) | An internationally recognized organization that acts as a certifying body for professional genealogists. Check out the BCG SpringBoard blog and the BCG Learning Center. Learn more about the Certification Program here.
National Genealogical Society (NGS) | A US-based genealogical organization that provides education and training, and promotes access to and preservation of genealogical records.
International Associations
Association of Personal Historians (APH) | The APH is a not-for-profit international trade association. The purpose of the Association is to advance the profession of helping individuals, organizations, and communities preserve their histories, memories, and life stories. Check out the extensive Resources & Links section.
International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists (ICAPGen) | ICAPGen sets standards for the genealogical community through both written and oral examinations.
TIP: Use ASAE Gateway to Associations Directory to search for an association by name, interest area, or international geographic location (including Canada and BC). You can also search using a combination of various fields.
Magazines & Trade Journals
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for business planning. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
APG Quarterly
Journal of the Association of Professional Genealogists. Each issue includes articles on communicating with clients, preparing lineage society applications, training research assistants, business record keeping, and home office tax concerns. Published 4 times per year.
National Genealogical Society Quarterly
The NGS Quarterly emphasizes scholarship, readability, and practical help in genealogical problem solving. Published in March, June, September, and December, each issue contains eighty pages.
Your Genealogy Today
Your Genealogy Today is a how-to genealogy magazine. Published 6 times per year. Check out the Online Store for magazine bundles and Quick Sheets.
Family Tree Magazine
Available in both print and digital editions, Family Tree features articles on both genealogy and family history. Published 7 times per year.
Consultant & Other Websites
British Columbia GenWeb
Supported by Ancestry.com, this is a site of volunteer submitted genealogical information.
Cyndi's List
Offers over 300,000 links categorized and cross-referenced in over 210 categories; one of the best genealogical sites on the Web.
Memory BC - The British Columbia Archival Information Network
The MemoryBC.ca portal provides a searchable database of the materials available at nearly 200 archival repositories throughout the province of British Columbia.
Vital Statistics Agency - Government of British Columbia
The Vital Statistics subsection on the Government of BC website provides information on vital events in BC, such as birth, death or marriage.
Ancestry.ca
Ancestry.ca is the leading family history website in Canada. The website contains millions of historical records and family trees from around the world. Ancestry.ca belongs to the global network of Ancestry websites wholly owned by Ancestry.com.
- Note: This site requires a monthly membership fee to access all resources
Ancestry Library Edition
A popular database for genealogical research. The Ancestry database includes images and indexes to U.K. and U.S. census records, as well as baptism and marriage records for the greater London area, and much more.
- Note: Access to this database is available on-site at Vancouver Public Library branches.
Firsthand | A free source of industry information. Use the Industry Profiles to research growing industries and best industries by major, and Company Rankings and Profiles to find news, company information, and industry-specific sample professions. Basic monthly membership is free and offers access to blogs, discussion forums, and job listings.
TIP: As with all sources, news articles and blogs should be carefully evaluated. For information on how to evaluate your information, watch video tutorial Module Five: Using Information Responsibly.