Immigration plays a significant role in the formation of Canada as a nation. Genealogy, or the study of family history, is an effective way to engage Canadians in better understanding our diverse backgrounds and common experiences.
The Maith Foundation is a not-for-profit Corporation whose purpose is to advance public education through the development of key resources, including books and website content, and providing related courses, seminars, and workshops with a focus on genealogy and immigration designed to help Canadians discover their rich heritage.
Our resources are designed to benefit immigrants and their descendants and the general public of Canada.
Structured and targeted events help to enrich the genealogical journey through close collaboration with participants, incorporating their own experiences and family history, developing conclusions based on these, and posing pertinent questions to drive further research.
The Maith Foundation produces books and related literature that allow Canadians to easily understand and engage with their heritage.
What we do
Travel can be more than sightseeing. By weaving genealogy into your travel plans, familiar places become personal, and destinations turn into stories rooted in your family’s past. Tracing your ancestors’ footsteps adds meaning to every mile.
When I first started my family tree, I quickly learned that genealogy is as much about organization and patience as it is about discovery. If I were starting over today, I’d follow the same basic steps but I’d do a few important things differently along the way.
Have you ever wondered where your ancestors came from, what their lives were like, or how their stories shaped who you are today? Exploring your family history is like solving a mystery, one that leads to a greater understanding of your roots, identity, and heritage. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to dig deeper, here are some practical tips and creative tricks to help you uncover secrets of your lineage.
The Earl of Pembroke, Richard “Strongbow” de Clare (also FitzGilbert) led the invasion of Ireland as part of the larger Norman Conquest. Three of Robert De Valle’s sons, Gilbert De Valle, Stephen De Valle, and Hay De Valle, crossed the Irish Sea with Baron Raymond “Le Gros” FitzGerald from Pembrokeshire, Wales, in advance of Strongbow’s army.
Less is known about Samuel’s daughter, Betty, than his wife. Since the entire family was involved in Crompton’s business of cotton spinning and manufacturing, the letter assumes that Samuel Sr. kept his daughter up to date on his business affairs.
Anne Loughlin’s letter to her sister Ellen is based on the premise that Ellen’s name was scratched from the registry and changed her mind at the last minute, withdrawing her name from the passage/ship’s registry
An evening to remember, the unveiling of the Global Irish Famine Way monument was an event filled with emotion, heritage, and warmth. Held on September 10th, 2025, the unveiling was calm, quaint and impactful, memorialising and healing the memories of the past; the Irish who built their lives in Canada and even those who many have passed along the way.