The Abbotsford Genealogical Society (AGS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1977 and committed to promoting, fostering and encouraging research in genealogy. Objectives: to collect, preserve, display and share genealogical information, manuscripts, transcripts, microfiche, charts, census, maps books and photographs, which advance research and understanding of genealogy. The AGS promotes, coordinates and presents public-oriented genealogical seminars, workshops and displays to nurture genealogical appreciation.
Benefits of Membership
receive the members-only AGS electronic Newsletter
vote at General and Annual General Meetings
access the AGS Resource Centre outside volunteer hours when The Reach is open
attend free genealogical training sessions when offered
use AGS computers, including Internet access & Ancestry.
volunteer in the community, including field trips.
Membership Renewal
Membership Application
Deadline for membership is January 31 annually. Print, complete and bring your forms to any General Meeting; ask for the Membership Coordinator. You must be a member to enjoy the benefits.
Governance
The AGS Bylaw and Constitution complies with the BC Societies Act. The legislation, which governs not-for-profit corporations, was approved November 16, 2017 by the Membership and filed with Victoria.
