Presenters for The One World One Family Conference Glenn Wright - Biography and Workshops Glenn Wright was born and educated in Toronto, Ontario. Following graduation from the University of Toronto, he worked as a researcher for Pierre Berton before joining the Public Archives of Canada in 1975. Retired from the federal civil service since 2006, he is a frequent speaker at family history and genealogy events and has been associated with television programs such as “Who Do You Think You Are?” and “Ancestors in the Attic.” In September 2010, Glenn published Canadians at War, 1914-1919: A Research Guide to World War One Service Records. He has given presentations and has published on the Mounted Police records, pre-1864 immigration sources, Ontario vital records and all aspects of our military history. His articles on family history and genealogy sources will be found in Families, Anglo-Celtics Roots, Family Chronicle, Legion Magazine, and Ancestors. Glenn resides in Ottawa and is immediate Past-President of the British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa. Canadians at War 1899-1945, A Short Guide to Resources This presentation will review the major resources for researching an ancestor who served in the South African War 1899-1902, The First World War, 1914-199 and The Second World War, 1939-1945.

Bob Dawes : Biography and Workshops Bob is a retired technology industry executive with a passion for computers and genealogy. He and his wife Barbara have travelled throughout North America and the United Kingdom visiting archives, graveyards and attending genealogy conferences while following the trails of their ancestors. Bob, a past chair of Quinte Branch-OGS and is a regular writer and presenter on the use of computers for genealogy. Scotland From Abroad Learn How to access Scottish records over the internet. This presentation will explain the records and look at both free and pay-per-view ways of accessing them. Some lesser known websites will also be covered. DNA Explained Learn what DNA is and how to use it to find cousins and make break-throughs. This presentation will concentrate on low-tech ways to analyze your DNA results using third -party websites and spreadsheets.

Victor Dupree : Biography and Workshop Victor Dupree was born in London, England and came to Canada in 1971. He and his wife Irene live in Brantford and both have been involved in genealogical research for many years. Victor's passion is for English genealogy while Irene is mainly interested in Scottish family history. Both however, share Irish and Welsh ancestry. The rich knowledge of these areas has become even more prevalent for them since they have retired and now allow their four children to lead their own family lives, and with the advances in research from the internet, genealogy has become so much easier if you know where to look . British Genealogy post Queen Victoria 1901-present Come find out about English genealogy research for the post Victoria period 1901 - present day. Immigration to the commonwealth was at its height, families began to decrease in size but the ability to find people increased with many avenues opening up besides the census. The World war records are open to find ancestors buried overseas and the baby boomers began their epic appearance. Finding photos of ancestors became so much easier and finding ways to contact cousins has become amazingly easy. Come enjoy and hopefully learn some new ideas for researching. Whether you are a beginner or experienced in family history this discourse is for you.

Danielle Manning : Biography and Workshop Danielle Manning has worked at the Archives of Ontario for four years, first as an archivist and now as an Outreach Officer. She is currently responsible for the Archives' tour program, social media, and Speakers Bureau presentations. Danielle holds a Master of Information from the University of Toronto and a Masters degree in art history from the University of Western Ontario.

Introduction to the Archives of Ontario This presentation is useful for researchers who are new to the Archives, and are looking for an overview of our collections and services. The speaker will outline a typical visit to the Archives and explain how to access our most frequently used records.

Gary Foster : Biography and Workshop Gary Foster received his Master’s Degree in Archaeology from Trent University in 1982. His specialty was in Native sites in Southern Ontario. After a short stint as an Environmental Assessment Consultant he was employed by Parks Canada and became responsible for the interpretation and protection of all PreEuropean Archaeological sites in National Parks throughout Ontario. In 1986, Gary relocated to Belleville and began a career as a memorialist with Campbell Monument and is now the president of the largest monument company in Eastern Ontario. Since 1987, Gary has applied his understanding of the interpretation of material culture to the study of cemeteries throughout the Quinte Region on a regular basis has given lectures on the economic, social, cultural, and political history of the region as evidenced by memorialization. The History of Memorialization Cemeteries – The Story of European Settlement Township by township, village by village, city by city the history of Ontario has been captured within our cemeteries. Every monument installed in Ontario has captured a moment in time. These memorials are unique in that they freeze the values, socio-economic and political conditions of the time. Although looking at a monument will never explain historical events, they uniquely capture the times for future generations. Memorials can help us understand transportation, economics and social values of historical times.

Carol St Clair : Biography and Workshops Carol has made her home in Belleville since 1986. She worked as a crisis counsellor for 20 years at Three Oaks Foundation which is a residential shelter for abused women & their children. She retired from the shelter in 2009. She has been a foster parent since 2004. Carol started taking formal courses from The Institute of Graphological Sciences in 1996. She became a Certified Master Graphologist in 1998 and a certified Forensic Document Examiner in 2002. Carol developed a Graphic Line Assessment tool that is now part of the curriculum at the British Institute of Graphological Sciences. Carol was infected with the genealogy virus in 1983 after meeting an aunt who was also infected. One day her handwriting passion ran into her genealogy passion when she found a sample of a great uncle's handwriting. That started another journey to learn more about old styles of writing and how to analyze them to bring these ancestors' personalities to life. Carol currently owns over 20 books published before 1900 on handwriting analysis. The Art of Victorian Handwriting Participants will learn how to read Victorian Handwriting to make sense of census /birth/death/marriage records and so much more. We will also look at analyzing the personality of our ancestors writing. Dating Old Photographs Participants will look for clues in a photograph to help identify the ancestor in the photo.

James Onyschuk : Biography and Workshop James was born in Toronto, Ontario and grew up living over a grocery store in the Parkdale area of Toronto. James is a graduate of the University of Guelph where he received a B.A. in economics. James is currently studying Ukrainian and Russian literature and Slavic Languages at the University of Toronto. James worked as a Research Officer for the Civil Service Association of Ontario (CSAO), which later was renamed, the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). At OPSEU, James worked as an Education Officer, responsible for developing union-related courses and organizing week-end and week-long training programs. He also worked as a Research Officer, where he prepared numerous arbitration briefs. James retired in 2000 after 27 years at OPSEU. Ukraine Genealogy 101 Have you ever wanted to have more information about your ancestors? What was their life like in Ukraine or Canada, what was their profession, what were their achievements, and where did they come from? Most people, especially as they grow older, have had these thoughts but do not know where to start their search. Some think that there are no records around, for them to search, especially if their ancestor’s village was destroyed during WW I and II. Today, there is hope for people in these situations. First, there are Archives in Ukraine which have opened up to the public following the creation of the new Ukrainian state. Second, there is an organization for those interested in finding their Ukrainian roots, here in Toronto, called the Toronto Ukrainian Genealogical Group (TUGG). This presentation will help you connect with your Ukrainian Heritage and help you with your genealogy and family history.

Lesley Anderson : Biography and Workshop Lesley Anderson has been involved in the personal research of her family tree for over 40 years. Her passion for genealogy has branched out to teaching classes, speaking at seminars and conferences, consulting and doing research for others. She is well known for her computer and genealogy classes offered at the Ottawa Catholic Board of Continuing Ed and her field trips to various archives and libraries She has recently retired as the Director of Education for BIFHSGO (British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa) and volunteers at the Ottawa Stake - LDS Family History Center where she gets great enjoyment out of helping new and experienced genealogists with their research. Lesley has worked for Ancestry.ca for 10 years in her role as Partnership Development and Content Specialist and has done numerous presentations at Ontario Genealogy Society branch meetings and conferences across Canada as well as TV and Radio appearances. Online Family Trees (With Shirley-Ann Pyefinch) FamilySearch and Ancestry both offer online Family Tree capabilities, but did you know that both Ancestry and Family Search online trees can be synced to each other? Using Ancestory DNA Ancestory DNA can help individuals find living ancestors and help learn where.

Shirley-Ann Pyefinch : Biography and Workshops Shirley-Ann Pyefinch has served as the Director of the Ottawa Ontario Stake Family History Centre for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since 2005. She has taught workshops on family history research, FamilySearch, and on record preservation. She has lectured throughout Ontario, and is a Records Manager for the Federal Government. Shirley-Ann is a graduate student of Dalhousie University’s Master of Information Management (MIM) program. Her research interests are in Ontario, Quebec, New York State, England, Ireland and France. Her interests in family history began at the age of 12 and have been a constant source of joy to her as she uncovers her family’s roots from around the world. FamilySearch – Resources, and Tools for Your Family History Learn about the family history resources and tools available through FamilySearch, access historical records from around the world, and preserve your family history for future generations. Online Family Trees (With Lesley Anderson) FamilySearch and Ancestry both offer online Family Tree capabilities, but did you know that if you have an LDS Ancestry account that both Ancestry and FamilySearch online trees can be synced to each other? This presentation will show users how to use this partnership interface, how to quickly search, find, and share information with others, understand how to navigate and successfully use the features of both online Family Trees. Learn the advantages of having your family tree online, and how online family trees enable a collaborative research environment for users.

Greg Lucas : Biography and Workshops Greg has worked in the technology industry designing and building hardware and software for 26 years. Greg started family history three years ago, and has not stopped since.

In the Footsteps of Our Ancestors (Part 1) Discover a new to use 3D mapping technology to recreate the past using historical maps to see what your ancestors might have seen. Using Google Earth, this workshop will demonstrate how to visualize your families journey in an entirely different dimension: Look down from the heavens and navigate together in the footsteps of your family. In the Footsteps of Our Ancestors (Part 2) Create your own Google Earth story. Bring some of your ancestry data (Name, D.O.B., D.O.D., Locations they lived and dates) with you and you will use some of the techniques learned in the morning session to create a visual story together about your family. Bring a USB key with you to take your work home and continue working on it.

Harry van Bommel : Biography and Workshop Harry van Bommel is the author of 52 books including a dozen family histories and biographies. He is passionate that you record your family history to bring to life the names and dates within your family tree. (see harryvanbomel.com)

Writing Your Family History Learn how to start, where to look, what questions to ask, how to research, and the benefits of doing writing your family history. Although family history may seem intimidating, it is not as difficult as is sometimes perceived. There is an incredible amount of information all around us.

Stephen Wood U.E. : Biography and Workshop Stephen was born and raised in Whitby Township and was bitten by the “Genealogy Bug” in grade 8 while working on an English Project involving the family and a biography. He has been a member of the Ontario Genealogical Society for over 40 years and in 1982 was a founding member o the Durham Region Branch of the Society. Stephen has quite a mixture of ancestors, with all locations in the U.K. covered as well as German, Swiss, French, Dutch and Native Canadian roots. Both Loyalist and Patriot soldiers from the American Revolution figure into his family history, along with a World War I war bride, creating a colourful background. The Netherlands Through English Eyes (Basic Research in the Netherlands) Although he does have Dutch Ancestors from New Amsterdam, New Netherlands (early New York), it was his research on his wife’s maternal side that prompted him to learn how to do basic research in the Dutch records. He is hoping that this presentation will enable everyone to begin to research their own Dutch ancestors.

Cheryl Levy : Biography and Workshops Cheryl Levy, PLCGS, of Footprints to Heritage, is a graduate of the National Institute for Genealogical Studies, having earned Professional Learning Certificates for Methodology and Canadian Records, and is currently pursuing courses in the Professional Development Certificate. She has also completed courses in the Facilitator of Adult Learning Certificate at Loyalist College. Cheryl offers genealogical research, and education through lectures and workshops. Her research interests include the Quinte Region and United Empire Loyalists, with her own roots in Nova Scotia and Colonial New England. Cheryl is a member of several genealogy groups and societies, including Quinte Branch, OGS, where she holds the executive positions of Webmaster and Social Media Coordinator. Taking Root in the New Land (Keynote Description) In this year of Canada150 celebrations, many are reflecting on the part their own families played in building this country. Do you know their story? Have you discovered your immigrant ancestor's country of origin? What factors compelled them to leave everything familiar and move their families to a strange new land? Immigration and migration must be explored in order to understand the circumstances behind how they came to settle where they did. We will explore a few early immigration movements for those who chose to make Canada their new home. TAKING ROOT in a NEW LAND (Workshop Description) Immigration and migration can become a key component of your research to build your ancestors' stories. Where did they come from? Why did they move? What factors influenced your immigrant ancestor to risk all to begin a new life in Canada? We will follow the journey of various pre-1800 immigration groups and examine the factors which led to their relocation.

Lynn Yates : Biography and Workshop Born in Noranda, Quebec into a French, Metis and Irish heritage, Lynn married Jim Yates in 1978, who brought with him an English and Dutch heritage. Together, they have 3 children, whose marriages have brought in Norwegian and Greek heritages! Their family history research is diverse, challenging and fun. Lynn has a rich history of service in her church, where she taught Early Morning Seminary for 7 years, served in the past as a Relief Society President, Stake Young Women’s President and serves currently as Primary President. Lynn earned her Genealogy Librarianship Certification from the National Institute for Genealogical Studies, University of Toronto. She is a volunteer Indexer for FamilySearch.org, and works as a Reference Librarian at the Ajax Public Library. Her current interests are cake decorating, sewing and her 5 grandchildren. Irish Genealogy and Where to Find the Pots of Gold Irish Genealogy has long had a reputation of being frustrating. Understanding the land divisions in Ireland is key to success in research and this workshop will give the novice a better understanding of the environment you will be searching through and will provide you with a road map to the sources – the true pots of gold necessary to your Irish family history.

R. Donald Maracle : Biography- Plenary Session Speaker R. Donald Maracle has served as the Chief of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte for 23 consecutive years. Previous to that he served for 12 years on the Tyendinaga Mohawk Council while employed as Finance Officer at Indian and Northern Affairs Canada. Chief Maracle sits on a number of committees which include the Ontario Chiefs Committee on Health, Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians Chiefs Council, Iroquois Caucus, Expert Advisory Panel on Prescription Drug Abuse, Director of Mohawk Singers and Chairperson of Christ Church, Her Majesty’s Chapel Royal of the Mohawk Restoration Committee. Chief Maracle also served as Director of the First Nations Technical Institute and Director of the Ontario Heritage Foundation. In 1993, Chief Maracle witnessed first hand the unacceptable living conditions of many seniors and disabled residents at Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. Chief Maracle was able to convince the Ontario Native Affairs Secretariat to provide funding to remedy the problem by showing them a video of the sub-standard housing conditions that existed on the territory. As a result, Tyendinaga was given a one-time one million dollar grant, which saw 162 homes repaired and new homes constructed. This indeed was a proud chapter in Chief Maracle’s political career. Chief Maracle successfully lobbied Indian Affairs for a number of housing and water and sewage projects and a commitment to build a water treatment plant for Tyendinaga and for additional housing units. Chief Maracle embarked on a restoration campaign for Christ Church, Her Majesty’s Chapel Royal of the Mohawk. Chief Maracle organized a committee and with the combined efforts of fundraising and through a cost sharing agreement with Parks Canada, major restoration was completed over the next six years at a cost of 1.2 million dollars. The restoration is still ongoing. In 1993, Chief Roberta Jamieson of Six Nation of the Grand River petitioned Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II requesting that she bestow the title of “Her Majecty’s Chapel Royal of the Mohawks” upon Christ Church, Tyendinaga and St. Paul’s at Six Nations. The request, was made to the Queen to clarify the uncertainty of the title as each Chapel as they were only known as “Chapel Royal” because they were given Royal gifts. The significant contributions of the Mohawk People to the Crown is signified by the Silver Covenant Chain of Friendship in 1677 and, as an act of renewal of that friendship, the Queen was pleased to bestow the title of “Her Majesty’s Chapel of the Mohawk” upon Christ Church and St. Paul’s. In 1995, Chief Maracle was instrumental in organizing a National Historic Plaque Unveiling Ceremony celebrating the Chapel Royal designation and commemorating Dr. Oronhyatekha as a person of National historic significance. Dr. Oronhyatekha was the first Native to become a doctor in 1860. Dr. Oronhyatekha is buried in Christ Church Cemetery. Chief Maracle has provided committed and dedicated leadership in all faucets of life at Tyendinaga and has a deep concern and respect for the community in which he serves and always strives to achieve a better quality of life for his people.