Dec 6 Genealogy for Information Staff (Victoria)

Upcoming BCLA Course – Genealogy for Information Staff (Victoria)

http://www.bcla.bc.ca/genealogy/

Course name:
Genealogy for Information Staff

Presenter:
Janet Tomkins

Date:
December 6, 2006

Time:
9am – 4pm

Location:
Nellie McClung Branch
Greater Victoria Public Library
3950 Cedar Hill Road
Victoria, BC
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Description:
Genealogy for Information Staff
Genealogy is one of the fastest growing hobbies and among the most popular
uses of the Internet today. In this workshop you will learn what genealogy is and the standard techniques and tools used by genealogist in uncovering family histories. This workshop will focus on Canadian genealogical resources, giving participants an overview of the key sources of genealogical information available: including census, church records and civil registrations among others. Participants will learn how to access Canadian genealogical resources using print, microfilm and the Internet.

The workshop will also examine collection development, genealogy programming, the genealogical reference interview and how to make use of inter-library loans and referrals to external resources. The class will also introduce current awareness and professional resources.

Who Should Participate
This workshop will be of interest to library staff working with genealogist in public libraries. Because the resources available for Canadian Genealogical research are also valuable for other types of historical research, the workshop is also appropriate for individuals working in academic settings, especially those with Canadian history programs.

About the Presenter
Janet Tomkins is the Genealogy librarian at the Vancouver Public Library. Janet regularly conducts genealogy programs for the public, and teaches a course on genealogy at the School of Library, Archival and Information Studies at UBC. She has developed a specialized Web site on Chinese-Canadian Genealogy (www.vpl.ca/ccg/), in consultation with the local Chinese-Canadian community, and with partial support from Library and Archives Canada. She also produces the quarterly "Genealogical Resources Newsletter" and is a member of IFLA Genealogy and Local History Section.

Fees & Registration:
Members $85
Non-Members $110

Lunch is NOT included, but there will be a one hour break.

To register online, click the Register button at http://www.bcla.bc.ca/genealogy/. Visa, MasterCard and American Express accepted. Please register one person at a time. If you have any questions about registration, please contact the BCLA Office at office@bcla.bc.ca

Class Size: 16

Please note – if you have successfully registered, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are unable to register through the website, or if you do not receive your confirmation, please contact the BCLA Office at office@bcla.bc.ca
Further instructions regarding the location and parking will be forwarded to participants via e-mail (closer to the event date).