The Unplanned Irish Immigration to Canada
Saturday, July 10, 2021 - 10:30 AM - Noon PM CDT
Instructor: Melanie McComb
$15 for IGSI/CIG/MGS members; $20 for non-members
Using published and online primary sources, uncover the story of the migration of the Irish to Canada before and during The Great Famine. This webinar will review the different immigration schemes including the Peter Robinson settlers to Ontario, the Monaghan Settlers to Atlantic Canada, and assisted immigration to Quebec. Learn how to find records about their departure from Ireland and arrival into Canada, including quarantine stations at Partridge Island and Grosse Ile.
Melanie McComb is a staff genealogist for the New England Historic Genealogical Society. She assists library visitors, both on-site and online, with their family history research. Her areas of research interest include Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Kansas, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Ireland. She also is experienced in DNA, genealogical technology and social media, Jewish genealogy, and military records.
All you need to attend is an internet-connected device with audio capabilities (computer, iPad, smartphone, etc.)
IGSI/CIG/MGS members can obtain the required Discount code by contacting Kathleen Foley at Education@IrishGenealogical.org prior to registration.
