Celebrate Canada Day with Free Access to All Canadian Records on MyHeritage!
As Canada Day approaches, we’re thrilled to announce that MyHeritage is offering free access to all our Canadian records from June 29 to July 2, 2023! We invite you to delve into our rich offering of 176 collections, featuring 103,662,055 records, all centered around the vast and diverse history of Canada. This limited-time free access provides an unparalleled opportunity for those with Canadian heritage to explore their roots and learn more about their ancestors.
Our vast range of Canadian records includes immigration documents, military records, census data, and more. And the treasures within these collections are truly fascinating. We’ve unearthed some unique records of famous personalities in our collections:
The tumultuous love story of iconic actors Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor was one of the most talked-about Hollywood romances of their era. Their first marriage took place in a private ceremony at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Montreal, Quebec, on March 15, 1964, as documented in the Quebec Marriage Returns, 1926-1997. Remarkably, after a high-profile divorce in 1974, they chose to remarry in 1975 in Botswana, Africa in 1975. Their ceremony was held in a remote location and was a much quieter affair compared to their lavish first wedding.
The marriage record of Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor’s first marriage from the Quebec Marriage Returns collection on MyHeritage.
Céline Dion and René Angélil’s Marriage Record can be found in Quebec Marriage Returns, 1926-1997. The world-renowned Canadian singer, Céline Dion, and her late husband-manager, René Angélil, were married on December 17, 1994, at Notre-Dame Basilica in Montreal, Quebec. Their marriage record is a testament to their enduring love story.
Lester Bowles Pearson, who would later become the Prime Minister of Canada (1963-1968) and receive the Nobel Peace Prize, can be found in the 1911 Canada Census at the age of 14. His census record gives a unique glimpse into his early life.
Lester Bowles Pearson in the 1911 Canada Census, MyHeritage
The iconic British-born silent film star, Charlie Chaplin, made frequent trips between the U.S. and Canada. His border crossing record in the United States, Border Crossings from Canada, 1895-1956, details one of these numerous journeys.
Canada Day is a time to celebrate the country’s history and heritage. The stories waiting to be discovered are as diverse and expansive as Canada itself. Remember, this free access is only available from June 29 to July 2, 2023, so don’t wait — enjoy the records now.
We hope our Canadian records will help you piece together the story of your family’s past, and provide valuable insights into the lives of your ancestors.
Happy Canada Day, and happy searching!
