Reference and Research Services

Local history and genealogy queries

We are able to conduct up to 30 minutes of specialized research on an individual, event or organization upon request. Research requests must be limited to one event, person or organization. Reproduction, copyright, postage or fax charges will apply.

Obituaries

For $10 plus HST, Library staff will search up to five editions of the local newspaper for an obituary after the date of death, and provide a copy of the obituary by email, mail or fax. The fee includes search time, reproduction, copyright, taxes and postage or fax charges. The person requesting the obituary search must provide the date of death for the deceased. Payment by credit card is required in advance.

For all reference and research inquiries, please email gsr@kpl.org or call 519-743-0271 ext 212.

Freelance Researchers

As we are unable to undertake extensive family or genealogy research on your behalf, the following list of researchers is provided for those who may wish to hire an independent researcher to conduct research in the Grace Schmidt Room.

Please be aware:

• The individuals listed below have self-identified as researchers and their credentials have not been verified
• The researchers in the list are neither employees nor agents of Kitchener Public Library and as such, the Library cannot be held responsible for any claims, damages or losses resulting from use of use of this list, or any part thereof, by any person
• Customers should consult researchers directly about their fees, services, credentials, and areas of specialization
• Library staff are unable to contact researchers on your behalf with a research query

Abbreviations used in table below:

APG - Association of Professional Genealogists

PLCGS - Professional Learning Certificate in Genealogical Studies