The Ottawa and Rideau Rivers were then the only transportation routes into the newly surveyed lands. The Society's panorama unrolls to take in places of origin of those pioneer migrants. It sweeps beyond to territories settled by descendants throughout North America and other parts of the world. The goals of a serious researcher are to acquire and assemble data in order to develop and publish a family history. Society goals are to assist members in research, help them organize collected data, and advise and counsel on how to share family history through publishing.
All members get good value at nominal cost.
Perhaps most important, particularly for new members, is the opportunity to meet sociable people who share an interest and want to help others learn to research and share family history. They are normally held on the second Saturday of each month, except in July and August. Speakers present informative talks on family history and resources. Experts in English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh resources host Discovery Tables, discuss new and improved research resources, impart information on activities and events, and guide and counsel participants on individual efforts, particularly where there may be a problem in research. Answers to some questions follow later.