Finding Your Loyalist Lineage

Documenting your Loyalist lineage from one generation to the next can often involve a fair amount of genealogical research.

Acceptable proofs of lineal descent that link one generation to the next might include:

• Primary Proofs include Birth, Marriage and Death certificates, Wills, Land records, a Government or church or legal document clearly stating the relationship between the Child and Parents & naming them.
• LONG-FORM BIRTH CERTIFICATES are a good proof, BUT other primary documents may be used.
• Secondary Proofs include Family Bibles; newspaper announcements including birth announcements, obits, marriages etc.; Census records; written stories about the family; books published on the area the family came from by accredited scholars or researchers who are recognized in their respective fields. These may not stand alone as proof, but may support other documentation.

The Branch genealogist is able to provide assistance (to members) while you work on your lineage.  Please note, you must be a member in good standing of the Branch to gain access to this service that is entirely voluntary.  Members also provide research help to each other.

The Branch genealogist is also able to provide you with a copy of the Certificate Application Form, instructions and certificate fee.