Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Central Library: 10 Years of Community and Inspiration
Halifax Central Library turns 10! Explore stories of staff, community impact, and how this downtown landmark continues to inspire.
Truth and Reconciliation: Resources
This day honours the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, and their loved ones. Explore resources and events.
A History of the East Coast Rainbow Softball Association
Discover the East Coast Rainbow Softball Association, a 2SLGBTQ+ league promoting camaraderie and love for softball since 2007.
Central Library: 10 Years of Community and Inspiration
Halifax Central Library turns 10! Explore stories of staff, community impact, and how this downtown landmark continues to inspire.
Truth and Reconciliation: Resources
This day honours the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, and their loved ones. Explore resources and events.
A History of the East Coast Rainbow Softball Association
Discover the East Coast Rainbow Softball Association, a 2SLGBTQ+ league promoting camaraderie and love for softball since 2007.
Yarmouth County
Explore the rich history and culture of Yarmouth County with these selections.
Halifax Explosion: December 6, 1917
Learn about the tragic events of December 6, 1917, and their impact on Halifax with these historical reads.
Louisbourg
Journey through Louisbourg’s rich history with resources perfect for history lovers.
Picture Book Month: Local Authors
Enjoy Picture Book Month with delightful reads by local authors, celebrating stories close to home.
Yarmouth County
Explore the rich history and culture of Yarmouth County with these selections.
Halifax Explosion: December 6, 1917
Learn about the tragic events of December 6, 1917, and their impact on Halifax with these historical reads.
Louisbourg
Journey through Louisbourg’s rich history with resources perfect for history lovers.
Picture Book Month: Local Authors
Enjoy Picture Book Month with delightful reads by local authors, celebrating stories close to home.
Online Resources
Books of Remembrance
These 3 commemorative books contain the names of local people whose lives were lost at war. View and remember in person or online.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
Books of Remembrance
These 3 commemorative books contain the names of local people whose lives were lost at war. View and remember in person or online.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
Recent Arrivals
Recent Arrivals in the HRM Collection
Have a look at these recent publications about the people, places and culture of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Recent Arrivals in the Nova Scotia Collection
Explore these recent releases on the people, places, and cultures of Nova Scotia.
Recent Arrivals in the Atlantic Canada Collection
Explore these recent releases about the people, places and culture of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland.
Recent Arrivals in the Gaelic Collection
Explore Nova Scotia's Gaelic language, music, history and storytelling in these recent releases.
Recent Arrivals in the HRM Collection
Have a look at these recent publications about the people, places and culture of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Recent Arrivals in the Nova Scotia Collection
Explore these recent releases on the people, places, and cultures of Nova Scotia.
Recent Arrivals in the Atlantic Canada Collection
Explore these recent releases about the people, places and culture of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland.
Recent Arrivals in the Gaelic Collection
Explore Nova Scotia's Gaelic language, music, history and storytelling in these recent releases.
