Culture & History
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Points to the Past
Searchable primary source material dating from as early as the 16th century to modern times. Excellent for historical research. *Also suitable for research at the elementary, high school and post-secondary levels.
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Project Organization
Managing the genealogical research paper flow can be a challenge. Charts, clippings, certificates, correspondence, research notes, copies from microfilm, and other assorted papers accumulate at an amazing rate. Even if a lot of your information is stored on your computer, there are many items that only exist on paper. Scanning all these documents requires special equipment and takes time. In any case, you should always have a backup of your electronic archives.
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Put It All Together
Putting all your information together while doing Chinese Canadian Genealogy research.
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Reading Old Records
You have found a record for your ancestor. Now the tricky bit ... reading and interpreting what it says!
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Religion
An indispensable resource for religious studies programs and for anyone researching issues and perspectives.
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Residential Schools
The Vancouver Public Library mourns and expresses our deepest sympathy to families from all Indigenous communities who grieve the loss of loved ones to residential schools, including the many children who never made it home. The ongoing investigations into residential schools and unmarked burials reminds us that as a public institution and as community members, we each have a responsibility to recognize the tragic history and lasting impacts of Canada’s residential school system on Indigenous children and their families. We will take the time to grieve, to listen, to reflect, and to recommit to the journey of Truth and Reconciliation, recognizing the need for significant work and change.
We acknowledge that these resources can be triggering for residential school survivors and intergenerational family members with connections to residential schools The IRSSS (Indian Residential School Survivors Society) Emergency Crisis Line is available 24/7 for those that may need counselling or support: 1-800-721-0066.
This guide will help you begin your research and use library resources to learn more about the residential school system and its consequences.
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