Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Dr. Alfred Waddell: A Trailblazer in Halifax
Learn how Dr. Alfred Waddell overcame adversity to become a doctor, activist, and beloved community leader in Halifax’s North End.
Historical Photo Scan-a-thon
Mar 29th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Halifax Municipal Archives invites you to help them preserve and share images of your local neighbourhood.
A Philanthropic Hero: Meet Isabella Cogswell
Discover the story behind Jubilee Road and learn about Isabella Binney Cogswell's impact on Halifax through philanthropy.
Dr. Alfred Waddell: A Trailblazer in Halifax
Learn how Dr. Alfred Waddell overcame adversity to become a doctor, activist, and beloved community leader in Halifax’s North End.
Historical Photo Scan-a-thon
Mar 29th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Halifax Municipal Archives invites you to help them preserve and share images of your local neighbourhood.
A Philanthropic Hero: Meet Isabella Cogswell
Discover the story behind Jubilee Road and learn about Isabella Binney Cogswell's impact on Halifax through philanthropy.
International Women's Day: Notable Atlantic Canadians
Discover the inspiring stories of Atlantic Canadian women, from artists to activists, who have made history.
Nora Bernard: 2025 Nova Scotia Heritage Day Honoree
Discover Nora Bernard’s courageous journey to justice and her lasting impact on Canada.
Images of Newfoundland and Labrador
Explore the rugged beauty of Newfoundland and Labrador through inspiring art and photograph.
Iron Roads: Histories of Nova Scotia Railways
Hop aboard and learn about Nova Scotia’s rich rail history with these fascinating books and resources.
International Women's Day: Notable Atlantic Canadians
Discover the inspiring stories of Atlantic Canadian women, from artists to activists, who have made history.
Nora Bernard: 2025 Nova Scotia Heritage Day Honoree
Discover Nora Bernard’s courageous journey to justice and her lasting impact on Canada.
Images of Newfoundland and Labrador
Explore the rugged beauty of Newfoundland and Labrador through inspiring art and photograph.
Iron Roads: Histories of Nova Scotia Railways
Hop aboard and learn about Nova Scotia’s rich rail history with these fascinating books and resources.
Online Resources
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
Nova Scotia Historical Vital Statistics
This online collection of provincial records includes more the 25,000 records of births, marriages, and deaths in Nova Scotia.
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
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.
Nova Scotia Archives: What's Cooking?
This online treasury features approximately 1,000 old handwritten or early printed recipes from Nova Scotia's past.
Nova Scotia Historical Vital Statistics
This online collection of provincial records includes more the 25,000 records of births, marriages, and deaths in Nova Scotia.
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
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.
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.
