While online cemetery records can provide basic information, they often have limitations. Here’s why Hebrides.ca ETQ Cemetery Books offer a more comprehensive and valuable resource for your genealogical research:

Detailed Information: Online records typically include just the inscriptions on headstones, which can be incomplete or worn away over time. Our cemetery books provide detailed information based on local church records and inscriptions, ensuring more accurate and complete data.

Comprehensive Records: Our books go beyond what is written on the stones. They include additional information about parents, spouses, and the areas in Lewis the individuals came from, offering a richer and more complete family history.

Allotment Numbers: Each entry in our cemetery books is associated with an allotment number. This allows you to cross-reference with our offline genealogical Lewis database at Hebrides.ca, providing a seamless and organized way to track family connections.

Homestead/Croft Numbers: Every family listed in our cemetery books is assigned a homestead or "croft" number, such as 14 Lingwick or 56 Winslow. These numbers correspond to entries in our detailed croft books (Lingwick Crofts and Winslow-Stornoway Crofts), making it easier to trace your ancestors' movements and connections.

Local Expertise: Our records are compiled with a deep understanding of the local history and genealogy of the Isle of Lewis and the Eastern Townships of Quebec. This specialized knowledge ensures the accuracy and relevance of the information provided.

Preservation of Inscriptions: Even when headstones are illegible or damaged, our cemetery books preserve the information through church records and other historical documents, ensuring that no data is lost over time.

By using Hebrides.ca ETQ Cemetery Books, you gain access to a wealth of detailed, accurate, and well-organized genealogical information that goes far beyond what is available online. This makes them an invaluable tool for anyone researching their Hebridean roots.

Family tree croft books are specialized genealogical publications that document the histories and ancestries of families, particularly those from the Isle of Lewis, in a manner similar to homestead records. Here’s what sets them apart:

Detailed Family Histories: Croft books provide comprehensive genealogical records for families, often spanning multiple generations. They include detailed information such as birth, marriage, and death dates, along with personal anecdotes and stories that bring your ancestors to life.

Organized by Crofts: Each family is associated with a specific croft (a small agricultural unit or homestead common in the Scottish Highlands and Islands). The books document the families' histories based on these crofts, making it easier to trace lineage and understand family connections.

Fictional Addresses Based on Historical Context: The croft books often assign fictional addresses based on the traditional Lewis Croft system. This allows for a structured and organized way to document where families originally settled and how they moved over time.

Cross-Referencing Families: Croft books often provide cross-references to other families within the same area, illustrating the interconnectedness of the community. This is particularly useful for understanding the broader social and familial networks.

Combining Historical and Modern Research: These books blend historical records with contemporary genealogical research, providing a thorough and accurate representation of family histories. This includes information from local archives, oral histories, and personal documents.

Tailored for Specific Regions: Unlike general genealogical resources, family tree croft books are tailored for specific regions, in this case, the Isle of Lewis. This specialization ensures a higher level of detail and accuracy for families from this area.

Preservation of Cultural Heritage: Croft books help preserve the cultural heritage of the Isle of Lewis by documenting the lives and histories of its inhabitants. They serve as a valuable resource for descendants looking to connect with their roots and understand their family's past.

While platforms like Ancestry and MyHeritage offer extensive databases and research tools, specialized family tree books provide unique benefits that enhance your genealogical research, particularly for those with Isle of Lewis ancestry:

1. Detailed Local Expertise: Our family tree books are curated by experts with deep, specific knowledge of Isle of Lewis genealogy. They offer insights and information that are often not available or easily accessible on general genealogy platforms.
2. Comprehensive and Accurate Records: The family tree books consolidate extensive research, historical documents, and oral histories, providing a thorough and accurate account of your lineage. This curated approach ensures a higher level of accuracy, especially for common surnames and complex family connections.
3. Avoiding False Leads: While Ancestry and MyHeritage are valuable resources, they can sometimes contain inaccurate or misleading information due to user-generated content and errors in family trees. Our specialized books reduce the risk of following false leads, ensuring you have reliable and verified information about your ancestors.
4. Organized Lineage Information: Our books organize family histories in a clear, coherent manner, often with a numbering system that makes it easy to trace relationships and understand family connections. This is particularly valuable for navigating the multiple lines of common surnames found in Isle of Lewis ancestry.
5. Preservation of Family Stories: Beyond just names and dates, our family tree books include personal notes, stories, and anecdotes that bring your ancestors to life, preserving the rich cultural heritage of your family.
6. Exclusive Local Records: Our publications often include records and information sourced from local archives and historical societies that may not be digitized or available on broader platforms.

Investing in family tree books from Hebrides.ca complements your existing research tools by providing specialized, accurate, and richly detailed accounts of your Hebridean roots. This ensures a more complete and personal understanding of your ancestry, avoiding the pitfalls of inaccurate information commonly found on broader genealogy platforms.

Hiring a general professional genealogist with no specific knowledge of Isle of Lewis ancestry can be both expensive and daunting. The Isle of Lewis has a rich and complex genealogical history, with many common surnames such as Macdonald, Macleod, Morrison, Maciver, Macaulay, and Nicholson/Nicolson (two distinct families). Sorting through these multiple lines requires specialized expertise.

A genealogist with 30 years of experience and specific knowledge of Isle of Lewis genealogy can efficiently navigate these complexities. They have the expertise to differentiate between common surnames and understand the unique historical and cultural contexts of the region. This specialized knowledge ensures more accurate and efficient research, saving you time and resources while providing a deeper understanding of your Hebridean roots

For any of our services and books, there is no limit on 'support' in the sense that if new information is found, errors in genealogy books. A simple email or message on my facebook group Isle of Lewis to Canada, and will get back to usually within a few days.

Once you have compiled your family tree, Hebrides.ca can help you take the next steps to ensure your research is thorough, well-documented, and ready to share with your family. Here’s how we can assist you:

Inspect Your Tree:

Review and Verification: Let Hebrides.ca inspect your family tree to verify the accuracy of your information. We can cross-check your data with our extensive genealogical records to fill in any missing gaps and correct potential errors.

Fill in Missing Gaps:

In-depth Research: Our team can conduct further research to find missing details in your family tree. We utilize local records, historical documents, and our specialized knowledge of Isle of Lewis genealogy to provide you with a complete and accurate family history.

Prepare for a Genealogy Book:

Organize Information: We will help organize your family tree information in a coherent and logical manner, making it easier to understand and follow.

Design and Layout: Our experts will prepare your family tree for publication, ensuring it is beautifully designed and professionally laid out.

Scan Old Photos:

Digitization: We offer services to scan and digitize old family photos, preserving them in high-quality formats. This not only safeguards these precious images but also allows them to be easily included in your genealogy book.

Photo Restoration: If needed, we can also enhance and restore old photos to improve their clarity and appearance.

Document Old Stories:

Story Collection: Our team will work with you to collect and document old family stories, anecdotes, and oral histories. These narratives add a personal touch and bring your ancestors to life.

Writing and Editing: We can help write and edit these stories, ensuring they are well-crafted and engaging for future generations.

Publish and Share:

Create a Genealogy Book: Once all information is gathered and organized, we will create a professionally published genealogy book. This book will be a cherished keepsake, preserving your family’s history for generations.

Share with Family: We can assist in distributing your genealogy book to family members. Whether you want to create physical copies or share a digital version, we ensure your family history reaches those who matter most.

By leveraging the expertise and services of Hebrides.ca, you can transform your family tree into a comprehensive, beautifully documented genealogy book. This will not only preserve your heritage but also provide a meaningful way to share your family’s history with relatives near and far.

The following info would help assist everything about your Lewis connections.

1. Who came to Canada? and where did they first settle?

2. What village from Lewis?

3. Did the whole family emigrate?

4. Where are they buried?

With little information needed in order to verify your ancestor.  - Only limitation would be from Nova Scotia or Hudson Bay, as there are very little info of emigration before 1840s. This is where DNA can narrow down the area in Lewis and DNA matches overlap and testing with all the DNA companies will further increase your odds in a Lewis Village and possible croft number of your Hebridean Roots