Details of Edmonton Family History Fair

 https://www.edmontongenealogy.ca/edmonton-family-history-fair

Edmonton Family History Fair 2025
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Alberta Genealogical Society Edmonton Branch have collaborated to present a one-day FREE Family History Fair on Saturday, October 25th from 9:00 am to 4:10 pm, at the Church located at 14325 – 53 Ave NW, Edmonton.

An exciting lineup of classes over a variety of topics presented by experienced researchers will provide valuable and helpful direction for your genealogy journey.

Workshops
There will be some workshops during the day. They are half-hour focused sessions with hands-on learning. Registration for workshops is not expected. You may drop in as you wish. The schedule will indicate what, where, and when.

FamilySearch Centre
One-to-one assistance will be available all day at the FamilySearch Centre. Please drop in with your questions.

Lunch
Please note that there are no food establishments within walking distance. Bring your lunch. Water bottles will be available.

Parking
Limited parking is available onsite with overflow parking on the neighbourhood streets. Please be aware that the parking lot is shared with the Edmonton Temple building, and some areas are reserved for their use only. Consider having a family member or friend drop you off.

Guest Speaker: Eileen Bell, News Manager and Anchor 880 CHED

NOTE: Classes and presenters are subject to change.

Class Descriptions
Block One 10:10-11:10

Genealogical Gold – An Introduction to Genealogical Resources at the Provincial Archives of Alberta (PAA) (Provincial Archives of Alberta staff)

FamilySearch Catalog. The Sears Christmas Catalog for Genealogists (Lianne Kruger)

Ukrainian Genealogy 101: Getting Started (Elaine Kalynchuk)

Your Ancestor’s Journey to the Temple (Fran van Bruggen)

Block Two 11:20-12:20

Getting Started with DNA: Finding Family in Your Genes. (Ellen Thompson-Jennings)

New to Family History – Where to Start (Shannon O’Flynn)

Mental Health and Family History Go Hand in Hand (Kevin Hatch)

Enhance your Family History research with the FamilySearch Research Wiki (Nestor Martinez)

Block Three 12:50-1:50

Working Your DNA Matches Like a Pro (Ellen Thompson-Jennings)

Backup Tips for Genealogy Data (Kelcey Carlisle)

Your life story - A gift to generations. (Bob Layton)

Find a Grave and Alberta Cemeteries (Alison Glass)

Block Four 2:00-3:00

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for more Effective Genealogical Research & Storytelling (Jean-Yves Vanier-Verbeek)

Cousins: Your Secret Clues (Bradley Pierson)

It's Gonna Be a Reel Good Time! Your Epic Tour of Library and Archives Canada (Lianne Kruger)

Bringing Our Ancestors to Life (Leomi Jeffrey)

Block Five 3:10-4:10

Helping Hands and Resources at the Alberta Genealogical Society Edmonton Library (Virginia Crawford)

Protecting Sensitive Family Information in Genealogy (Kelcey Carlisle)

What’s in Store for Your Digital Genealogy Legacy? (Art Taylor)

Researching Your Family Tree in England & Wales (Lynn Fogwill)

Only register if you plan to attend. Click here to register.