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Course image Research: Alberta Ancestors
Intermediate Electives
Course Summary:

Optional Print Course Material: Research: Alberta Ancestors

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Primary settlements took place in the province of Alberta between 1885 and 1914. In the world of genealogy, that does not seem very far back! 

During this course, we will discuss the settlement patterns in Alberta and various documents created such as vital statistics, probate, census, land and church records. We will also review available research resources such as archives, libraries, and FamilySearch. 

This course will not only address the needs of those researching Alberta ancestors but also the needs of those living in the Province of Alberta researching other ancestors of various backgrounds. 

Course Length: 5 weeks

Contact Hours: 12
Grading Scale: 70% Tests/30% Assignments
Course Length: 5 weeks
Course Content

MODULE 1
YOUR ANCESTORS IN ALBERTA
Introduction
Settlement Patterns
Years & Locations of Settlement
DOCUMENTS
Vital Statistic Registrations
Probate Records
Census Records
Land Records
Church Records
Cemeteries
Funeral Homes
Newspapers

MODULE 2
MAJOR REPOSITORIES
Provincial Archives
University Archives
Municipal Archives
Other Archives

MODULE 3
LIBRARIES & SOCIETIES
Societies & Society Libraries
Public Libraries
Smaller Local Libraries
University Libraries
Other Libraries

MODULE 4
SOCIETIES, MUSEUMS & MORE
Genealogical Societies
Museums
FamilySearch
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