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Hailing from Southwestern Ontario, Kathryn's lineage includes a mixture of Canadian, Loyalist and New England branches and roots connecting her to England and Wales. But her passion doesn't stop at her own genealogy; Kathryn's mission is to help others discover their Canadian ancestral connections.
 
Kathryn's dynamic presentations, ranging from society meetings to genealogical research institutes in Canada and the United States, have earned her a reputation as one of the leading voices in Canadian genealogy. Whether you've attended one of her sessions or tuned into her "Genealogy with a Canadian Twist" webinars, you've likely felt the excitement of Kathryn's dedication.
 
Kathryn's commitment goes beyond her business. She believes in nurturing and growing the genealogy community. Having served in leadership roles for notable organizations such as Ontario Ancestors, the Association of Professional Genealogists, and the United Empire Loyalists Association of Canada, she continues to champion greater accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity in family history.

Geographic Specialities
Canada
Upper Canada
Canada West
Ontario

Lectures
NEW FOR 2026
 

• Revolutionary Choices: Exploring Loyalist and Patriot Roots at 250 Years 
  ​As families chose sides–Patriot or Loyalist–their descendants sent ripples across generations. Many who remained loyal to the British Crown found refuge in what would become Canada, communities in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and Upper Canada. Others remained in the newly formed United States of America, fighting for independence. How do we trace those stories today?
   
• How to Trace Ancestors Through Letters and Postcards
  Letters, postcards, and telegrams preserve everyday voices of the past. These communication records reveal family relationships, migration stories, and daily life. This presentation shows where to find them, how to interpret them, and why they matter for genealogy, transforming ephemera into powerful tools for family history research.
   
• Hate in the North: Exploring the Ku Klux Klan's Impact on Canadian Communities
  Discover the little-known story of the Ku Klux Klan’s activities in Canada during the 1920s and 1930s. This webinar unpacks the Klan’s presence in Ontario, including its propaganda, targets, and legal challenges. Through historical examples and genealogical insights, learn how communities resisted hate and how to research this controversial part of Canadian history responsibly.
   
• Migration Pathways Between Canada and the United States You Haven't Considered
  Migration between Canada and the U.S. wasn’t always a straightforward process. Explore lesser-known cross-border movements, from New England Planters to Black Loyalists, lumber workers, and Depression-era families, and learn how to track them through records in both countries. Develop practical strategies to uncover hidden migration stories in your family tree.
   

POPULAR PRESENTATIONS

• Find Your American Ancestor Using Canadian Records 
  Even if you think they were never in Canada, discover why your American or immigrant ancestors may have been there. Whether they passed through or settled down, they left behind clues. Dive into Canadian records and piece together the missing details of your family’s story.
   
• What's in Your Canadian Genealogy Toolbox?
  Explore the top websites for researching your ancestors in Canada. Learn where to find the best online resources for Canadian and provincial record groups, history, newspapers, maps, photographs and more to help you fill your Canadian genealogy toolbox.
   
• Just Across the Border
  Thousands of people cross the international border between Canada and the United States every day. Our ancestors crossed that border as well. Discover what can be found in Canada-USA border entry records and why every family historian should be researching them
   
• Making the Most of the Canadian Census Records
  Canadian census records contain valuable information for family history researchers. Each census from 1851 through 1931 was unique in the questions asked and the instructions given to the enumerators. Following three families (Canadian, French-Canadian, and Black-Canadian) through the census records demonstrates strategies and techniques for searching and navigating the various schedules. The best websites for researching Canadian census records are shared.

Repositories

• Archives of Ontario
• Library and Archives Canada
• Leddy Library, University of Windsor
• Local History Branch, Windsor Public Library
• Toronto Reference Library
• Weldon Library, Western University

Research Time Periods

• 20th Century
• 19th Century
• 18th Century
• 17th Century

Languages

• English
• French (Quebec) - can read and translate
• some American Sign Language

Honorifics/Credentials
PLCGS

Certificates
Professional Learning Certificate in Genealogical Studies

Degrees
Bachelor of Arts, University of Windsor