Canadian Veterans Service Records

For Canadians searching for information on their relatives First World War, Second World War or South African War service records, the following information is provided to assist in that research.

Commonwealth War Graves Commission

For relatives who were killed overseas during either the First or Second World Wars, the CWGC site can be used to locate their cemetery or memorial.

Canadian Genealogy Center

This site contains additional references useful when searching for War Diaries, Ships Logs, Royal Flying Corp/ Air Force, Military Medals and the Korean War.

Books of Remembrance

The Books of Remembrance are located in the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, and contain the names of Canadians who fought in wars and gave their lives in service to our country.

Lest We Forget Project

Library and Archives Canada initiative to connect youth to Canada's history by making military service files available, and by reflecting on the sacrifices made by our veterans in order to preserve our values and freedoms.

Canada at War

A Guide to Library and Archives Canada resources recalling the Canadian War Experience.

Research Guide

A valuable guide for researchers of available sources at Library and Archives Canada related to Units of the Canadian Expeditionary Force from the First World War.

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