Professional Genealogist, Family History Research, Canada, Ireland, Scotland, England

Upcoming Events

13 May 2010	Ontario Library Association Preconference of the OGS	The Pre-Conference Event for the Ontario Genealogical Society Conference is being held at Doubletree Hotel - Presenting a lecture at the "Libraries and Genealogy: An Ontario Librarians Association Workshop" on May 13th, her topic is entitled "Genealogy 101: The Basic Terminology and Definitions" is scheduled from 10:15 am to 11:15 am. This lecture will provide terms, definitions and advice to assist librarians with queries relating to genealogical research. You will also be introduced to websites, books and other tools to help the patron with their research.
14-16 May 2010	Ontario Genealogical Society 2010 Conference	Ontario Genealogical Society Conference being held at Doubletree Hotel (at the Toronto Airport) - Ruth will present her topic, entitled "Searching Modern Records in an Era of Privacy Legislation: A Case Study" which will be presented on May 16th at 12 noon.

Past Events

29-31 May 2009	Ontario Genealogical Society - Oakville Ontario	Ontario Genealogical Society Conference being held at Sheridan College - a workshop presenting "Doing your Irish Research from Ontario" and a lecture "How do I start my Scottish Family History On-line?"
25 April 2009	Muskoka and Parry Sound Genealogy Group	Location: Church of Latter Day Saints, Bracebridge, Ontario - from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. An all day workshop presenting "Doing your Irish Research from Ontario" and "Planning a Genealogical Research Trip to Dublin".
22 February 2009	Halton-Peel Branch OGS	In Search of Oakville's Lady Diana: A Case Study
18 October 2008	Simcoe Branch OGS	Researching your Irish Family History from Ontario
21 Nov 2007	Oakville Historical Society	Remembering Trafalgar Township
22 April 2007	Halton-Peel Branch OGS	Researching your Irish Family History from Ontario
24 Jan 2007	Toronto Branch OGS	Genealogy in Toronto Seminar [Session H]: Using the Toronto Public Library System to Research your Family in England
19 Aug 2006	Toronto Branch OGS	Exploring Your Irish Ancestry Seminar: Planning a Genealogical Trip to Dublin
22 Feb 2006	Oakville Public Library Central Branch	In Search of Oakville's Lady Diana
7 Jan 2006	Simcoe Branch OGS	Beginning your Scottish Genealogy

Testimonials

I'm an amateur genealogist who has used the services of Blair Archival Research for over five years. With both a full-time 'day-job' and a full-time family, my free time for genealogical research is quite limited. Blair Archival Research has been invaluable in finding copies of original Ontario birth, marriage and death registrations for my ancestors, as well as performing searches of Ontario records covering my specific areas of interest. In my dealings with this company, their professionalism, courtesy, and genuine interest in helping clients solve family history research problems have been obvious.
WS – Alberta

Out of time for family research or in need of experienced help. You can be sure of accurate results from Blair Archival Research. I would highly recommend them.
JPO – Ontario

Your Irish Research book arrived and I read it cover to cover. Loved it! Your book is so helpful. Will feel much more comfortable entering these facilities thanks to you. Thank you for writing it.
CS – Florida

I am pleased to have this opportunity to testify on your behalf. Blair Archival Research has provided a trustworthy, reliable research engine for my personal research into my family tree here in Ontario and in Yorkshire.

The response of Ruth Blair to my enquiries was always professional, polite and helpful. Information was forwarded to me within a reasonable length of time. The fees fell well within the budget of the average "searcher".
MD – Ontario

I have used Blair Archival Research several times and found Ruth invaluable. A family mystery was resolved and an unknown brother of my own Mother came to light. Ruth never gives up and spreads her search to all known documents. I shall ever be in her debt for the help she gave me.
RS – England

I first learned about Blair Archival Research in 2005 when I was discussing genealogy with a distant relative. She had used the service and I asked her if she would recommend it as I was in need of some professional help. She recommended the service.

I have used Blair Archival Research twice now in the last year and will use it again in the future as I need it to supplement and extend my own research. Ms. Blair has provided prompt service and has provided an extensive summary report and copies of all documentation searched. She has then recommended next steps. Finally when I have had question she has answered them. I recommend this service.
PR – Ontario

A careful, experienced and credentialed genealogist, Ruth Blair is painstaking in her research, and only finds "real" ancestors. She checks and double checks the documents, and is not given to flights of fancy. I would rely completely on the accuracy of any information Ruth found for me.
NR – New Jersey