AGS Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

The Alberta Genealogical Society sponsors Special Interest Groups for its members. SIGs consist of a small group who meet on a regular basis and have an interest in a specific country, geographic region, or subject. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with liked-minded individuals, to share resources, watch presentations and assist each other in the challenges of genealogy.

Two branches of AGS have SIGs: Edmonton and Medicine Hat. For meeting times and places see below. More information can be found on our Calendar and Branch pages.

Group	Description	When and Where
Canada & U.S.A.	Members share their experience and knowledge about researching North American records. Presentations focus on specific areas covering the continent from coast to coast. The Library is open for personal research.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:30pm in the months of Sep, Nov, Feb, Apr and June at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Lynne or Donna
Computers in Genealogy (Compugene)	By means of focused presentations and discussions on topics of interest, members can become comfortable and proficient in the use of their computers and software.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 3rd Thursday at 7:30pm in the months of Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar and May at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Neal
Computer Assistance Group	Assisting individuals with computer challenges.	Meets monthly, on the 3rd Wednesday at 1:00pm at the Medicine Hat Branch Library. Contact Eileen.
DNA	This group examines and discusses the use of DNA as it relates to genealogy.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:30pm in the months of Oct, Jan, Mar and May at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Debby or Ellen
England & Wales	A gathering of people who share resources and discoveries by assisting each other in finding their English and Welsh roots.	Meets monthly, on the 1st Thursday at 7:00pm from Oct to Dec and Feb to June at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Bev.
French	This group offers presentations concerning research of French ancestors from North America to Europe. Assistance is provided in translating documents. Members share their experiences and successes.	Check the Edmonton Branch calendar each month as meeting dates may change. Meeting location at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Sheila.
Genealogy Family Tree	Members meet to work on their personal family tree; and assist, or seek assistance with: research, using genealogical software, programs in the library, showcase webinars, or simply share time with other genealogists. Setting is small and comfortable.	Meets two Thursdays every month at 1:00 to 4:00pm at the Medicine Hat Branch Library. Contact Doreen for meeting dates.
German Heritage	Meets to discuss topics of interest in genealogy related to German people in Germany, elsewhere in Europe and in places to which they emigrated.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 1st Wednesday at 7:30pm in the months of Oct, Dec, Feb, Apr, June and Aug at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact John or Jo
Germans from Russia	Meets to help members with Germans from Russia heritage. Our growing library collection contains books, maps, journals, CDs and tapes.	Meets monthly, on the 2nd Wednesday at 1:00pm, at the Medicine Hat Branch Library. Contact Mel
Ireland	The purpose of the group is to help members help themselves with their Irish research. Members are not experts, but as a collective, strive to help one another with research challenges by sharing knowledge and experience.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 2nd Tuesday at 7:30pm in the months of Oct, Nov, Jan, Mar and May at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Desmond or Colleen
Post Scripts Family History Writers	A group interested in writing family history, genealogy books and articles. Discussions, presentations, and activities provide assistance to those wishing to build skills for such writing.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 2nd Wednesday at 7:30pm in the months of Sept, Nov, Jan, Mar and May at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact John
Reunion, Genealogy Software for Apple	A group of members using genealogy software for Apple Computers.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 2nd Monday at 7:30pm in the months of Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar and May at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Laura
Scandinavian	A group of members researching the Scandinavian countries of Denmark, Norway and Sweden.	This group is currently suspended, and in need of a leader.
Scotland	Whether your ancestors are from the Scottish Highlands or Lowlands the group aids and abets all levels of family historians.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 1st Monday at 7:30pm in October, and the 2nd Monday in the months of Dec, Feb, Apr and June at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Joyce
Ukrainian	Members with interests that include the geographic areas of East Galicia (Ukraine), West Galicia (Poland), Bukovina (Ukraine and Romania), Poland, Prussia and Volhynia.	Meets every 2nd month, on the 1st Wednesday at 7:00pm in the months of Sept, Nov, Jan, Mar and May at the Edmonton Branch Library. Contact Elaine