We are thrilled to have collected over 1,780 Huron County veteran stories! We estimate just over 1,000 to go. Would you have pictures of family who served? Our Branch began gathering stories and photographs in 2023, with the goal of documenting the estimated 2,800 men and women from Huron County who served in wartime. Our mission is to honour the memory and service of every individual. If a veteran was born in or lived in Huron County, their story belongs […]
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Since our Lest We Forget project launched in 2023, we’ve gathered the stories and photos of 835 veterans from Huron County who served in war. But we know that more than 2,800 men and women from our county answered the call—meaning nearly 2,000 stories are still waiting to be told. Our goal is simple but powerful: to create a lasting tribute by collecting a file on every person from Huron County who served—no matter the conflict, no matter the role. […]
Do you have lots of family research, but struggle to put those details into a cohesive and engaging story to share with your family? Join us for a 5 week Zoom course each Tuesday, Jan 13 to Feb 10, 2026. From 7 – 8:30 pm. Please, only apply if you can commit to the time and work.
Huron Branch is honoured to receive the following award:
On July 10, 1827 Upper Canada Treaties signed Treaty #29 with Wawanosh, Osawip, Shashawinibisie, Puninince, Negig, Cheebican, Mukatwokijigo, Mshikinaibik, Animikince, Peetawtick, Shawanipinisse, Saganash, Anottowin, Penessiwagum, Shaioukima, Chekateyan, Mokeetchiwan and Quaikeegon, Chiefs and Principal Men of that part of the Chippewa Nation. In 1836 Treaty #45 1/2 was signed with the Saukin peoples. To read more https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1370372152585/1581293792285#ucls21
We are looking for someone who can present on the German settlements in Huron County. Are you well versed in how and why these groups came to Huron County? Do you know someone who is? Please contact [email protected]