Adoptions in Canada - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

looking for adopted half brother

Terri Chase — 8 Apr 1999 8:48:44 GMT

I'm looking for the son my mother gave birth to in late July or early August 1949 in Toronto,Canada. The name he was given at birth by my mother was "Michael".

b. Jan 11, 1927-8 birthname Yak? adopted by Lefevere's in Western Ont.

TinaMarieBillings — 21 Nov 2008 11:10:08 GMT

Hello.

I am searching for my grandfather's birth family for my family tree.

He was adopted by Henry and Emma Lefevere when he was an infant.

I have heard the name Yak over the years when his adoption came up in convo.

He was born in the London, Windsor, Chatham area.

Any help, ideas, or infor would be very welcome.

Thank you

Tina

Looking for Birth Father

Dutchessmoh — 23 Jun 2001 7:49:54 GMT

I am looking for my birth father.
His name is James Veno, he would have been in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick in the late 1950s or early 1960s. If he is still living he would be in his late sixty or in his seventy. Any help will greatly be welcomed.
Thnaks Val

Looking for Birth Family

KeithLiebaert — 12 Apr 2005 5:45:37 GMT

I am the eldest of three sons born to Sheila Crowder. I was born in 1953 , Rene wasborn in 1955 and Kevin was born in 1956 or 57. We were put up for adoption and lived with Edmund and Marie Corrigan at Brechin Ont. untill 1963 when we were adopted to Saskatchewan.

Baby girl born Nov 23 1960- Regina Sask-looking for birth family -Surname "Church"

jila2007 — 14 Sep 2008 4:13:45 GMT

I am helping a friend who is looking for her birth family.

She was born in Regina Sask on Nov 23 1960. Her birth name was Roberta Noreen Church

Can anyone help?

Thanks
Jan:)

Looking for son, Gregory William Wood born March 18, 1961 Wellesley Hospital Toronto

sharondoerr146 — 15 Jun 2008 6:12:59 GMT

I am trying to locate my son who was surrendered to adoption through Family Court in Toronto Ontario on April 18, 1961. He was adopted within the Toronto area in 1962.
I have no knowledge of his adoptive name . His birth name was Gregory William Wood ( my maiden name) He has been contacted by me through the Adoption Disclosure Registry to pass on medical information in 2001. Since that time I have more medical info to pass on but have no way to reach my son.My son has not registered with the ADR. This medical information is important to him and any children he
may have. He is said to be an accomplished person with a good education and a good job. His adoptive father came from Wales at the age of four. My son's last name is said to be "common" probably of Welsh extraction and his first name is unusual. He approached the CAS in 1985 to ask questions about his birth and I would wonder if that was the year he may have gotten married ?? We are almost exactly 20 years apart......he is 47 and I am 67.
This is an URGENT matter. Please contact me ASAP.Thank you.
Sharon Doerr

Looking for my Aunt

squeeker31 — 3 Sep 2008 12:01:25 GMT

I'm looking for my mom's half sister. Her name would be Ella Elizabeth and the last name might have been Peters or Laferriere. We don't know who adopted her or if she took their name. Her mom's name was Fernande Marie Laferriere and her father's name was Isaac Abraham Peters. We believe that she was born sometimes in November of 1943. If any one can help us find it would be appreciated. She has family who is eager to meet her.

Looking for son DOB 5/2/67 & my BFamily "Stewart" My DOB 11/30/46

Bunny — 26 Nov 2005 1:52:45 GMT

I have been searching for my son, Burgess Walter Denholm, who was born in Hamilton, Ontario on May 2, 1967.Please contact me !!!
I was also adopted. I was born Bernice Lorry Stewart In Hamilton,on November 30, 1946.
Thank you for any info.

looking for brother for a friend

tammypatricia — 26 Aug 2004 8:10:03 GMT

Here is to hoping the adopted family told the boy he was adopted. His biological mother was 14 or 15 when she had him. Never named him. He was born in Montreal, Quebec. Her name was Charlotte Lesage and the fathers first name was Lee. His sister would like to find him. His birth year was 1965-66. Its a long shot I know but stange things do happen.

March 30, 1948, Montreal, Black Market Baby

Sharon_Edelson — 27 Jun 2008 4:19:07 GMT

Searching for birth family of my deceased sister. Consent paper listed a Bella Gold.

Nov. 7, 1944, Montreal, Black Market Baby

Sharon_Edelson — 27 Jun 2008 4:16:25 GMT

Looking for birth family. Rabinovitch Clinic Montreal.

Female Born Feb,1951 Montreal

rozmcd — 5 May 2008 3:01:55 GMT

I am looking for any information that could help me trace my medical background. I was a black market adoption and was brought to New York as an infant.

looking for family

Mike Snider — 25 Mar 2004 2:30:24 GMT

Hello, my name is Mike Snider, I was born on Nov 26, 1965 in Toronto, Ontario. I am looking for family members, my father maybe from the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario, but that is all the info I have...have no info about bio mom, other then that her last name may have been Curry/ Currie.

dobnov81961

whipped2000eggs1 — 17 Jun 2008 2:20:43 GMT

looking for birth father info female sandra joan curry born in hamilton ont.

Looking for Savink/Savage siblings (1930-40's) put in Ward of Childrens Aid Society-Toronto

carmelladawn — 28 May 2008 7:37:44 GMT

My grandfather Donald Patrick Savage (Savink) was born to a Joe Savink (of Austria?) and Jessie Mac(Mc)Donald, (of Aberdeen, Scotland) He was born in 1933 and was given to the ward of Childrens Aid Society in Toronto Ontario with his sister and brothers, and was seperated from all of his siblings. He later met up for a couple of hours with them in ontario in 1955,but never kept in contact nor discussed the past! I am now searching for anything I can find on Jessie (from scotland, he thinks) and how she may have died, they were in Canada it appears when the children were born, they had 4 boys including one set of twins Paul & Eddy, Robert Joseph b. 1925, Donald b.1933 & Ronald 1934, anyone know anything about this particular family? It appears most of the kids originate now in Montreal of eastern Canada. I appreciate any help, not sure where to start! If you are one of these children please write soon, my grandfather would be so anxious to hear from you!

stone

sjd_sak — 19 May 2008 8:42:08 GMT

Looking for any information on a Lenore (Nora) Stone. She gave birth to a little girl in 1960 in OH. Nora is the daughter of Edward & Lola Stone, sister to Geri (female) who married Micheal Gerald Kunz, on July 9 at Anglican Church in North York, Ont., Canada. Nora had another sister named Teddi (female). Think Nora and sisters were born in Ont. Canada. Father worked at Johns Manville asbestos mine, was Jr. Fire Ranger, and was an orphan from Sault Saint Marie. Nora's sister worked at Matheson hospital.

Adoptee looking for family(Born June 1959 Vancouver)

mhanness_1 — 4 Dec 2006 5:42:00 GMT

Adoptee looking for family(Born June 1959 Vancouver)

orphanages montreal quebec 1889

barbramsey63 — 20 Apr 2008 12:20:45 GMT

how do I find records of my gradads birth mother or family.the orphanage was in montreal quebec grandad was born in 1n 1889 he was born joseph alvode but raised as Muir

Mary Bernadette, born June 11, 1949, Corner Brook- Seeking family members

Angela — 28 Jan 2005 4:01:52 GMT

Researching Adopted Children

johnmaloney176 — 1 Apr 2008 12:58:24 GMT

Hello all, I am looking for suggestions for how to go about searching for children who were sent out for adoption?

My great Grandmother sent her children out for adoption after her husband passed away(1896, Simcoe, Ontario). A couple left home on their own, my grand father being one of them before they could send him off.
I don't know what the process was back then but I geuss if you could you left and found a foster home.

A couple had been sent to the states which I can only imagine will make it even harder.

Any suggestions would be welcomed.
Thank you

John Maloney

1940 MONTREAL,QUEBEC

karenstonge2 — 1 Apr 2008 5:33:25 GMT

LOOKING FOR BIRTH PARENTS/FAMILY OF A BABY GIRL BORN MAY 1940 IN MONTREAL, QUEBEC. BIO MOTHER BELIEVE TO BE FROM LAURENTIDES AREA. CHILD WAS PLACE IN CRECHE D'YOUVILLE ORPHANGE.

Looking for my Mother's Birth Family...last name WADE

meghanmarie315 — 24 Mar 2008 8:17:58 GMT

I'm looking for any link to my mother's birth family. She was born November 1, 1956 and adopted when she was, I believe, 2 years old. She was adopted to two American citizens, although my grandfather...my mom's adopted father, was in the Candian Air Force. She was born in Alberta I believe. And her biological last name is Wade. That's all I really know. I would love to see if there are any living members of my mother's birth family. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

ISO Stella Arlene Nergard

genehunter2007 — 6 Jun 2006 3:57:38 GMT

Born: 1950 Saskatchewan

Birth relatives searching. Anyone with info. please contact me.

Thanks, Gail

DOB: June 7 1973

all9ofus — 8 Mar 2008 4:39:53 GMT

i am looking for my younger sister, she was born @ the Scarborough general hospital in Sacrborough Ontario. Her birth name was Carrie and the adoption was done through the CAS. Her adoptive parents were both Italian and in their 40's at the time..........I do have her non-ident info, but it really doesn't say to much. Thanks

Query about Canadian adoptions and death informants

dlittle6149 — 18 Feb 2008 11:38:23 GMT

I have a death record for a child who died aged 1 and a half in Toronto Childrens Hospital of pneumonia and emphysema in 1914. The informant is given as a clerk at a city hall. Which seems a bit official for a natural causes death. While other death records I have seen for Canadians give parents etc as informants.

The hospital say I am not a close enough next of kin to be allowed information from her records which is very frustrating as the possible info in the records could knock down a huge brickwall for me.

Does anyone have any ideas why a clerk at city hall would be an informant. Would this occur if a child was abandoned or up for adoption?

Also does anyone know when official adoption started in Canada?

George

Adoption information

CathyHiltz — 18 Nov 2003 10:22:36 GMT

I am searching for the birth mother of a child born June 21 1970 at Humber Memorial Hospital in Etobicoke ON. Child was named James Francis E.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

B-mother looking for B-daughter june 7 1973

all9ofus — 31 Jan 2008 4:07:22 GMT

I am searching for my daughter she was born @ the Scarborough general hosp, her birth name was Carrie, that might of been changed.Both of her adoptive parents were Italian, and the adoption was done through the CAS In Toronto.......Here is a pic of her when she was in her foster home and approx 2 yrs old.......

"Stewart" in B.C.

laurajobb — 17 Jan 2008 10:02:10 GMT

I am helping my mother-in-law search for her birth mother.

She was born Louise Stewart in 1939 in Vancouver. Her birth mother was Alice Elizabeth Stewart, born 1920. Father unknown.

It is believed that Alice married a short time later and had more children.

clark/reader adoption

StephenieGriffiths — 10 Jan 2008 8:06:01 GMT

My grandfather's name was Arthur Clark. He was raised in a family of Reader's. On the 1911 census for Hants Co, Nova Scotia, he is listed as a boarder at 2yrs old living in the William & Mary Ann(Turlple) Reader household. There were two other boarders in this home. Georgennie?Gooduon? age 63 and Florence Virtue age 2. This has been a big mystery in our family for a very long time. Arthur Clark was married to Lena Dixon and had children before marrying Edith Bowie(my lineage) Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Searching for my First Cousin, Ian Dobson adopted, Birth Mother:Margaret Reid

fitmis — 2 Jan 2008 4:09:27 GMT

I am searching for my first cousin, Ian or Iain Dobson, born November 30, 1954 at Toronto General Hospital in Toronto, Ontario. He was born to my aunt, Margaret G. Reid. He has been searching for his birth mother. Please contact me if anyone has any info. Thank you! Anne from Toronto

Finding Birth Families

Kira — 1 Aug 2003 6:09:52 GMT

I have already registered with the Manitoba Adoption Registry to try to find my birth family and I have posted msgs on these type of boards. I started looking (registered and posting msgs) about a year and a half ago and I have had no luck. Is there another place/way to look for them? Does it always take this long?
Any suggestions/comments would be really appreciated!

Michael Rakus/Turkington born in Brampton May 6th 1971

eturkington1 — 2 Dec 2007 3:29:10 GMT

I am looking for Michael Rakus/Turkington. He was born to Anne Turkington and Bejamin Rakus. He was adpoted in the Region of Peel on June 8th 1971
The social worker was Elizabeth A Farley of Children' Adi Society of the County of Halton.
I would be his 1/2 sister. My name is Elaine Turkington
I would like to provide him with his family history.
I can be contacted by email at eturkington@cogeco.ca

Searching for biological family of male adoptee born Nov. 3/53 in Montreal

arappel — 26 Nov 2007 4:21:36 GMT

Searching for any family of Jewish male born in Montreal on or around November 3, 1953. It is believed to be a private adoption, the parents were young, and at least one (possibly the father) had Israeli citizenship and returned to Israel after the birth. The male adoptee was adopted by a middle aged Jewish couple with the last name Appel (in Montreal) about ten days after birth. He was fair-skinned, blue eyes, born with blond hair, but later turned to dark brown. If you have ANY information, please email arappel@eastlink.ca I'm not the adoptee, but I'm a close family member.

Michael Roger Barrett DOB 04/28/57 Edmonton Alta

BonnieGuss — 7 Nov 2007 6:49:20 GMT

Hi.. I am searching for my brith brother
Birth Name ..John Tuck
Adoptied Name ..Michael Roger Barrett
Born .. April 28 1957
Mericordia Hospital Edmonton Alberta
If anyone has any info that would help me with my search..Please, Please contac me...Thank you.. Bonnie

Adoptee looking for family

weddle257 — 5 Nov 2007 12:01:58 GMT

Doris Ostrander.Born 11/10/1953 in Peel County Canada. Birth mother's name at the time was Nora Doris Ostrander. Please contact me if you have any information.
Thank you.

Adoption or not? How can an adoption be confirmed or denied?

sherri224 — 3 Nov 2007 6:53:39 GMT

I'm trying to help some friends confirm whether or not their father was adopted. He was told by his parents that he was adopted but his children think that may have been a lie to cover up pre-marital "fun".

They have a birth certificate for their father showing the names of the parents who raised him. He was born in 1932 in London, Ontario.

Would there be an indication on the birth certificate if he was adopted? What steps should we take to find out the truth?

Thanks for any suggestions!!

Born oct 6, 1985 edmonton looking for my family Remey

karolynengel — 29 Oct 2007 8:17:57 GMT

I'm looking for my birth mom or family. I was adopted at birth and placed with my adopted family nine days later.My birth name is michelle candymay ellen remey and it was changed to karolyn ann marie engel. I'm looking for health records or contact.

looking for half brother.

brenda andruchow — 29 Jul 2004 3:03:39 GMT

my mother gave birth to a baby boy ,near or around Redwater Alberta Canada in 1953-1954,any imfo would be great.Her name at that time was Victoria Sawchuk.

Looking for Gagnon familiy members

alragasjr — 18 Oct 2007 11:29:33 GMT

Hello
I am trying to locate some information for my wife. Her birth name was Jo-Anne Gagnon; she was born January 18,1966 in Edmonton Alberta in the Royal Alexandria Hospital. She was 1 1/2 years old when she was adopted by Gordon and Arlene Hill. Her biological birth mother was 20 or 21 at the time of her birth and was unmarried. Please, if you have any information we would greatly appreciate it.

Evans Ephren Drolet born/adopted ca 1921 Canada, died in Maine 2007

Marilyn_Maxwell_Strout — 7 Oct 2007 12:38:34 GMT

Found in the Maine Sunday Telegram, Portland, Maine 7 Oct 2007
Pls do not email me questions about this obit, I found it in the newspaper and posted it here as a random act of kindness.

TOPSHAM, Maine -- Evans Ephrem Drolet, 86, passed away after a brief illness at the Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine on Oct. 5, 2007. He was a resident of Topsham, Maine.
Evans was born in Canada on March 27, 1921, to parents unknown and was placed in an orphanage. At the age of two, he was adopted by Rose (Tremblay) Drolet and Thomas Drolet. Although Rose had initially chosen a blue-eyed, blond baby boy at the orphanage, the nuns at the orphanage told her this was not the baby for her and directed her to a crib where she found a quiet, green-eyed boy with a disposition of gold named Ephrem. She took him home, and he fell ill during his first night with her. The orphanage offered to accept him back, but the bond between Rose and her son, whom she named Evans, was already too strong to be broken. At about the age of five, Evans was smuggled into the United States under the skirt of his grandmother.
During World War II, Evans received invitations to fight for Canada and for the United States. He chose to enlist with the United States military and became a United States citizen when he was serving with the U.S. Army Air Force in India. When he returned from the war, he met Yvonne Brillant. The two married on April 17, 1947, and had three wonderful children during their marriage. Evans worked at the Varney Mill until it closed. He then worked at the Bates Manufacturing Mill until he retired at the age of 63.
Evans was predeceased by a sister, Margaret. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne Drolet of Topsham, Maine; his sister Louise Covey of Medina, New York; his daughter Lucy Gower and her husband Donald of Durham, Maine; his daughter Nancy Drolet and her partner Lynn D'Agostino of Freeport, Maine; his son Romain Drolet of Marrero, Louisiana; his grandson Aaron Gower-Hall and his wife Kimberly of Sudbury, Massachusetts; his granddaughter Rose Everitt and her husband Will of Portland, Maine; and his grandson Jesse Drolet and his wife Chera of Mandeville, Louisiana.
One of Evans' greatest wishes was to visit the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. Last year, he realized this wish when he traveled to the nation's capitol in the company of his family.
Visiting hours will be held on Monday, Oct. 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Demers-Desmond Funeral Home, 34 Cushing St., Brunswick, Maine. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Oct. 9, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, 39 Pleasant St., Brunswick, Maine. Burial will take place at St. John's Cemetery in Brunswick, Maine at a future date. Arrangements are by Demers-Desmond Funeral Home, 34 Cushing St., Brunswick, Maine.
In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to:
Swinging Bridge Fund
Care of Mr. Roger Caouette
592 Foreside Rd.
Topsham, Maine 04086.
A bench will be installed near the Brunswick-Topsham Swinging Bridge in Evans' honor.

NEIL Family secret in AB (does everyone know?)

np2nbb — 2 Oct 2007 10:19:11 GMT

I am adopted & looking for the NEIL family tree - 2 boughs removed.

My birth mum was also adopted & was born Diane Lynn NEIL on 4 August 1947 in Grace Hospital in Calgary.

Diane’s BirthMother (my grandmother) was born in Canada & was 20 years of age (born 1927?) at the time of Diane’s birth in 1947 (aged 80 years in 2007)
Single, Irish, Gr X, United Church
Occupation: At home

Grandmother was the eldest of 5 children, and had 4 brothers aged 02, 14, 16, & 18 at the time of Diane’s birth in 1947.

Diane’s BirthFather (my grandfather) was born in Canada & was 26 years of age (born 1921?) at the time of Diane’s birth in 1947.
Single, Norwegian , Gr XII, United Church
Occupation: mechanic

Diane’s maternal NEIL Grandmother (my greatgrandmother) was aged 47 (born 1900?) at the time of her birth in 1946 & was the wife of a farmer.

Diane’s maternal NEIL Grandfather (my greatgrandfather) was aged 56 years (born 1891?) at her birth & was a farmer.
They had 5 children, grandmother being the eldest followed by 4 sons aged 18, 16, 14, & 02 at the time of Diane’s birth in 1947. The youngest brother would be 2 years older than my birthmum.

In 2007 my BirthGrandmother’s NEIL brothers would be 62, 74, 76, & 78 in 2007.

Would like to meet them, especially grandmother b4 time runs out if not already. Would be great to know MY ROOTS.

I've looked & searched thru the on-line community history books but this seems so elusive....

Finding birth parents with no name information?

b_kimberly — 22 Jun 2007 9:42:00 GMT

The only information I have for my father in law is from the short form certificate which shows:

Roy Wallace Johnson
b. 12/15/23
Toronto
date of registration: 1/2/24

The registration number is 1924-05-001521

He did not even know that he was adopted until he had to get this form for the military (he served overseas in WWII). He thinks his birthname might be Wallace. He did not get along well with his parents--I'm not sure how hard he tried, but at any rate they have passed away and he got nothing from them. His adoptive mother's maiden name was Edna Smallwood. He believes she and her mother were from England and that Edna's mother was an RN at the hospital (he thinks Toronto General?). Thus, a suspicion that this was not an adoption thru an agency. Adoptive father was Lyle George Johnson.

I'm trying to help fill out the request for the long form certificate, but I'm unsure what to do without the birth name. He lives in California now, but has 2 sons still in Canada (1 is a teacher), which makes it easier to comply with the requirements. Also, he has developed some health problems that may have been hereditary--at what point can you get priority? Any information would be appreciated.

Weatherup

wilsonc87 — 21 Sep 2007 10:34:09 GMT

Hi, trying to trace my grandmother's paternal parents. She was adopted from canada in 1928 from the weatherup family and brought to england by the Rhyemer family. I believe that her father was a doctor and her mother was not married to this chap. Please, any help would be much appreciated. Many thanks.

looking for brother

ray1clark — 3 Sep 2007 12:17:59 GMT

my wife lesley hill is looking for her brother born in victoria bc . his birthname was laurance hill but changed last name to smith after adoption to laurance smith . born in 1958 mother's name Donna-lee hill. adopted out in approx 1960-61

Searching for brother or sisters

MountainWinds12 — 15 Apr 2005 6:10:36 GMT

I am searching for any children born to Rilla Irene Stipe and placed for adoption. She was born in Canada and lived for a while in New York City. Please contact me.

London ON - 1950's

jessevch — 1 Mar 2007 7:57:10 GMT

My ex-husband was born in London ON 04 October 1953 or 54. His birthmother was young and believed to be from the Leamington area. Also believed to have stayed in a home for unwed mothers in London during her pregnancy. He is almost positive that he was a twin and that the other child was female. They were adopted seperately.

He tried to locate birth family, with no success and now has serious health problems that may be at least in part from heredityand has given up trying. Our only child a dtr in her early 30's would like to get more info on her dads birthfamily and medical history. If this sounds at all familiar please contact me.

Searching for Birthmother or birth siblings

babybull38 — 15 Aug 2007 2:15:50 GMT

My birth name was Laurie Hayward born May 3 rd 1966. In Smith Falls. I'm looking for any info on my Birthmother or her family. They might have lived in the Smith Falls area and my adoption was finalized May 2nd 1968, Just before my 2nd Birthday. Birthmother with the last name of Hayward and she was 15 yrs old at the time. She had a slight speech impediment and liked to swim and sew. She was very unhappy with her family and that has led me to believe that she ran away from home. My Birthfather was 21 and a patient in the Ontario Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario for a brief period.I have searched the cencus records but have had no luck with that. Thank you..

Mom Iso Son- I Have Identifying Info Now Oct 21 85

cindydarlenewells — 15 Aug 2007 7:29:52 GMT

Hi My sons Natural name is John Cory Truckle
Born in Toronto Ontario Oct 21 1985
Toronto East General Hospital
Was Taken away Twice Sept,Returned in Nov..Taken again Dec 1986
Adoption was finalized in early 1989
Possible Toronto Upper Middle Class Areas
Im his Natural Mom Ive been searching forever 1995-Present
He wore glasses like me and is also short like myself Blue eyes

Does anyone recall putting a baby boy up for adoption?1965

meld20002000 — 14 Aug 2007 1:02:59 GMT

I was born in colchester hospital in Truro in 1965

CROSSMAN, LOOKING FOR BIRTH MOTHER/FAMILY

TOM GLENN — 26 Aug 2002 1:50:51 GMT

BORN DEC 4, 1950, NAME AT BIRTH BRIAN DONALD CROSSMAN. I AM LOOKING FOR MY BIRTH MOTHER OR ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE KNOWN HER. MY ADOPTIVE FAMILY HAS SINCE PASSED AWAY AND I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT MY BACKGROUND. ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE KNOWN THE CROSSMANS FROM AROUND THE 1950'S, PLEASE CONTACT ME

Adopted Sister

whoami19471972 — 17 Jul 2007 11:15:07 GMT

I am currently trying to find my sister who was adopted in Manitoba . The adoption was finalized in 1958 or 1959. She was born at the Misericordia hospital in 1952 in Winnipeg . We were separated in 1954. Her adoptive parents were both in the army and I believe were stationed in Manitoba, perhaps Winnipeg. Adoptive father born in 1917, driver/mechanic in army .Adoptive mother an M.P in the army. They also have a biological son (Wayne)bd 1946. My sister now goes by the name of Donna Elizabeth . The family name is not known. She was born Dorothy Lynn Tymchuk. My sister lives in Winnipeg and is married with children. However, post adoption registry has had no luck with phone contact. It would be great if one of her children saw this posting.By the way,her adoptive parents are still alive. Your biological mother was a McCracken, but deceased in 1965. Your other brothers are waiting to meet you. Respectfully, Wayne G Tymchuk

seeking siblings who were adopted early and late 50*s

brendalee1966 — 22 Feb 2003 6:39:17 GMT

my mother Bella marie cardinal, born may 25 1932-april8,2002 had five children with archie bourque(bourke) inthe 1950s. 3 girls one boy, mom passed away and we siblings in bc found out she had 5 other childern b4 us, ive been seeking siblings for 3 years now no help... names .. not sure ,, beverly cardinal, john cardinal. not sure please help!!! they would hav been adopted from athabasca lake area and endmonton, i need to find you !!!

Deola May Arrants

Betty086 — 25 Jun 2007 2:05:59 GMT

Im helping to find my sister in-law (Deola May arrants) family that she hasnt had contact with in over 30 years. Their names are Glennice Joanne Arrants Apodaca (sister)
Joee May Apodaca (neice) Kara Apodaca (neice)?If you can help me Please E-Mail me at betty086@centurytel.net
or call 205-695-6304 Thank you Betty M. Nichols

Adopted Father

Tim Moore — 23 Sep 2006 10:10:51 GMT

My deceased father was adopted- possibly not legally in Canada. How do I find out any information about his father. I don't even know what his name was at birth, as his first and last names were from his adoptive family. I do know who his mother was. Is there some way I can inquire at the Toronto hospital he was born at?

seeking help in finding birth mother Dorothy Jackson, Ontario

caldwell139 — 23 Jun 2007 11:58:38 GMT

Dorothy L. Jackson, b. Ontario around 1927, birth mother of Linda May Jackson, b. April 19, 1948, Bethesda Hospital, London , Ontario...have non identifying info but no luck in finding her...may have grown up in a farming community in Southwestern Ont...one brother...parents both died in the '30's leaving Dorothy to be raised by an aunt...there may be a Mimico connection in that regard...grateful for any help or suggestions

ISO Adoptee born Sept. 19, 1967 Ottawa

kayakkara1 — 7 Jun 2002 7:03:06 GMT

You were born at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Your adopted name could possibly be Yanie??. Your placement date was Feb. 1, 1968. Both your Bmother and myself, your half sister, would love to hear from you. You can contact me at kayakkara@hotmail.com

1966 Dec. 29 Laura Campbell born Winnipeg MB

roy_kading — 8 Jun 2007 5:42:12 GMT

Birthmother was a dental technician and had one sister who was a teletype operator. Her father died in 1961 at the age of 63. Was a farmer.

If anyone had any information please contact me.

1936 Feb 13 Charles Denis Dodds

roy_kading — 8 Jun 2007 3:48:05 GMT

Believe birthmother came from near Morris MB. Grew up on a farm. Had several sisters. If anyone knows of this family please contact me.

Adoption of baby girl, Mary Louise Brass born March 18, 1971

keeperofcats1971 — 2 Jun 2007 1:33:33 GMT

Hello, I am looking for information regarding my birth parents. They were listed as Muriel Victoria Brass and Frederick Brass, both were born in the year 1948, they would have been 23 at the time I was born. The given name on my adoption papers was Mary Louise Brass, I was born on March 18,1971 in Calgary Alberta,Canada. Also listed were three siblings(unsure if they were adopted as well, I am the youngest)also listed several Aunts and Uncles plus a Grandmother. If anyone has any information on this subject I look foward to your reply. Thank you.

Adoption of baby girl, Mary Louise Brass born March 18, 1971

keeperofcats1971 — 1 Jun 2007 3:39:57 GMT

I am seeking information regarding my birth parents who were listed on my adoption papers as Muriel Victoria Brass and Frederick Brass. I was born March 18,1971 at the High River Hospital in Calgary Alberta, Canada. My birth parents and I were listed as Native American. Also listed were three siblings,(I was the youngest)several Aunts and Uncles and a Grandmother. I am not sure if my siblings were adopted as well. I am looking foward to any information regarding my birth family. Thank you.

Adoption of baby girl Mary Louise Brass in 1971

keeperofcats1971 — 1 Jun 2007 2:19:23 GMT

I am looking for my birth parents who were listed on my adoption papers as Muriel Victoria Brass and Frederick Brass,My birth name was listed as Mary Louise Brass, born March 18,1971 at the High River Hospital, Calgary, Alberta. I have three siblings listed as well as several Uncles and Aunts too, plus a Grandmother was listed as well. My birth parents were born in 1948, both were listed as 23 years old at the time of my birth. They were both also listed as Native Americans.I was adopted by an American family. If anyone has any information on this subject please let me know,I really look foward to all your help.

Phillips/Smith - Uncle 'David' adopted 1950, Sarnia, Ontario

tchanson — 29 May 2007 4:40:35 GMT

I am looking for my father's eldest brother, born Franklin Allan 'David' on January 18, 1942. His mother was Muriel 'Jean' Annabelle Smith (nee Phillips), his father was known as Wint Smith. It has also been said that 'David's' birth father was in the war and killed, so my grandmother married Wint instead of giving up the baby right away.

Details are sketchy from the family, as my father and the other siblings were very young (ages infant to 6yrs -1 girl and 2 boys). The rest of the family I think were going through enough with death of a family member, that they don't remember much either. My granmothers father passed away January 9, 1950 and it is said that 'David' was adopted out by the end of January.

My father passed away and never had any answers despite his search so I am hoping I can continue to find answers and put the pieces together.

Thanking you in advance for ANY information.

Tami Smith
British Columbia

ISO GARRY WHITE B. DECEMBER 2, 1969 ORANGEVILLE ON

Wild_Earth — 29 May 2007 12:34:35 GMT

Garry White b. December 2, 1969 in Orangeville Ont to Judy Ann White b. August 4, 1952 and Garry Bradley b. unknown.
Garry was put up for adoption days after his birth and put into foster care. His foster parent's adopted him approx 10mnths later. Our mother, Judy had weekly visits with him and even spent his first Christmas with him. We have been searching for over 10 years, please help!

Cousin looking for Penny Maria Hill

DianeBattBowers66 — 27 May 2007 3:52:18 GMT

Recently, it has been learned by the biological mother that Joyce Marie has been given the name Penny Maria Hill. Penny was born March 18, 1967 Western Memorial Hospital, Corner Brook, NL. The adoption possibly took place in Happy Valley, Labrador. Her birth family would love to find her. If you have any information, please contact me. Thanks.

11-6-64 Regina Sask boy looking for parents

jresch138 — 16 May 2007 3:33:17 GMT

I am looking for my birth parents.
Given name Barry Jay Lang, born in Regina on 11-6-64
parents most likely from south of Regina.

11-6-64 Regina sask Boy looking for parents

jresch138 — 16 May 2007 3:31:20 GMT

I am looking for my birth parents..
birth name Barry Jay Lang

looking for my sons

dblend57 — 29 Apr 2007 12:53:12 GMT

im looking for gary donald robert bruce blenderman DOB 24 dec 1974 and micheal richard blenderman DOB 25 aug 1978 kingston ontario canada adoption was through CAS ontario

"Anthony" b. June 3, 1977 Mtl., P.Q.

Faye Weber — 20 Oct 2005 6:28:20 GMT

Seeking bfamily. Bmom from Northern ON. Adoptee born at Royal Victoria Hospital.

family of mother-in-law, adopted at birth by grandparents early 30's

lwear2002 — 11 Aug 2005 6:12:09 GMT

Does anyone out there know the birth mom/family of a baby girl born March 1930 in the prairies, Manitoba or Ontario. She was given the name Audrey and was raised by her paternal grandparents. We have no info. about her birth mom at all. She seems to have disappeared after giving birth. We don't even have a first name. Audrey died in 1994 at the age of 64. She had red hair and her birth dad's name was Art. Please let me know. Thank you!

Ontario Information Access Changing

aurina — 22 Mar 2007 2:00:41 GMT

www.ontario.ca/adoption.info

looking for birth parents from Bas-St Laurent region

RickyWenke55 — 7 Jan 2007 2:50:44 GMT

I was born on 5-4-55 in Quebec city and was adopted from the St. Vincents-du-Paul creche orphanage. The adoption agency was La Sauvegarde De L'Enfance. If you know how to contact this agency I would really appreciate it. My first names given was Joseph Gontran, on the final decree said last name was Vincent?? I was adopted by people from the United States. My mother was 24 and my father was 28 and unmarried at the time of my birth. So many years and I dearly wany to find any relatives. Any information is helpful.
R. Wenke

Looking for any relatives of Carol Lousie Gilmour who died in 1988

gerryclements1 — 16 Mar 2007 5:22:46 GMT

I'm looking for any relatives of Carol Lousie Gilmour who was born Dec. 18, 1941 of Vancouver & died Aug. 2, 1988 age 46, of North Van. She had given up a daughter who was born July 3, 1959. Carol went on with her life and married a man named David Graham Fidler. Who is probably still alive . David is not the father of this child though. Carol had a sister named Leslie Gilmour who had married a man named L. Vemeulen. Can't find that name any where. Has anyone heard of these people??? Geraldine

Searching for Elaine Lusty

roy_kading — 6 Feb 2005 3:11:21 GMT

Ad in newspaper searching for Angela Marie Lusty born Nov 1966 in Winnipeg MB. We have information on Angela. Please contact Roy at rkading@shaw.ca

Roy Kading

I need assistance in lindsay Ontario Anyone???

cindydarlenewells — 25 Jun 2005 7:17:48 GMT

Im a N-Mom Searching for my son born in Oct 21/1985
Was taken away and made a crownward somewhere between 1986 or 1987 through the Toronto Children's Aid Society in Toronto Ontario...Havent recieved the Non Id Yet apparently I have a year to wait some people are saying thats B/S that it shouldnt take that long...Can anyone help me look or give some advise? thank you all in Advanced

Comox BC 1950's baby girl

Sharon0555 — 12 Feb 2007 2:24:34 GMT

My sister had a daughter around 1956-58, she was 15-16 yrs old. She lived with a family in Comox during her term looking after their children. No one has much more info.
My sister's name was Diane. Sadly she passed away in 2004.
If you are looking for your birth family and any of this sounds familiar feel free to contact me.

Comox BC 1950's baby girl

Sharon0555 — 12 Feb 2007 2:24:30 GMT

How to Question

gmania — 11 Feb 2007 2:34:47 GMT

How do you add someone who was adopted on Ancestry.ca
is there a way of showing the birth parents and the adopting parents lineage???

William Devine/Jason Beer ISObirthfamily

Jason Beer — 17 Jun 2004 7:34:51 GMT

Hi,
I was born William James Devine, at Toronto Grace Hospital on January 29th, 1969. My adopted name is Jason Robert Beer. My birthmother's family did not know about my birth, except for an older brother. She had three younger sisters. My birth father was an office manager and was taking night classes. His mother left him at a very young age and he was raised my his paternal grandparents and an older sister. any information would be appreciated. Jay

posting for a friend

MaryOConnellKennedy — 10 Feb 2007 2:46:15 GMT

looking for daughter adopted In Scarborough Ontario 1963, name aat the time was WENDY Crawford

posting for a friend

MaryOConnellKennedy — 10 Feb 2007 2:44:32 GMT

looking for daughter adopted In Scarborough Ontario 1963

DOB- Scarborough Ontario June 7 1973 (I need help )

all9ofus — 31 Jan 2007 5:03:47 GMT

I am a birth mother searching for my daughter, she was born June 7 1973 in Scarborough Ontario, both of her adoptive parents were italian. This was done through the Catholic childrens aid society in Toronto.I live in british Columbia, and its difficult to search in Ontario, can some one help me......

How to start?

renoqueen — 6 Feb 2007 1:42:42 GMT

My father was born in Ontario in 1918. We cannot find any trace of his birth. This gave him difficulties when he went to apply for his CPP when he turned 65. I know all of the children took his step-fathers name. Only the children from the second relationship are left (we don't think our grandmother married the father of her first bunch of kids). If anyone knows anything they are claiming they don't...

Looking for younger sister

pnash123 — 6 Feb 2007 4:28:57 GMT

I'm looking for my younger sister her birth name was Loreah Lynn Breckenridge or Loreah Lynn Nash she was born I believe early October in 1978, in Regina Saskatchewan. She was taken away between 1978 and 1980's she was born in the Regina General Hospital. If anyone has any leads or information to her whereabouts or anything at all please leave a msg. Thanks

Scarborough Ontario June 7 1973

all9ofus — 31 Jan 2007 7:05:08 GMT

This is a pic of my birth daughter when she was approx 1 yr old

dob- June 7 1973 Scarborough Ontario

all9ofus — 31 Jan 2007 4:23:21 GMT

I am searching for my birth daughter, she was born June 7 1973 at the Scarborough general hosp, this was done through the Catholic childrens aid society in Toronto. Both of her adoptive parents were Italians and in their 40's.I name dher Carrie at birth, but i'm sure that was changed.I live in british columbia, and it is difficult to search in Ontario,can any one help me.

Scarborough Ontario 1973

all9ofus — 31 Jan 2007 4:09:24 GMT

I am looking for b-daughter, she was born in Scarborough Ontario June 7 1973, both of her adoptive parents were Italians in their 40's.This was all done through the Catholic childrens aid society in Toronto Ontario, please can some one help

Murphy, Barbara - birth name, Dec. 28/54, Hamilton

gldancer — 18 Jan 2007 9:37:12 GMT

A woman born in 1927, presumably in Nova Scotia, married at age 15, had three children. When she was 20 her husband left. She was then not able to support her children as a domestic or housekeeper and they became wards of the Children's Aid Society in Nova Scotia.

This woman apparently plays guitar and piano by ear.

Around 1950 this woman started dating a young man. In 1954 she became pregnant. They did not marry. He had been in the armed services and had been a lumberjack. He knew of the pregnancy but made no contact with this woman. She came to Hamilton Ontario to stay with a relative during the pregnancy. She was unable to obtain a steady, permanent job and so felt it best to release her baby for adoption. This baby's given birth name was Barbara Joyce Murphy and was born on December 28, 1954 in Hamilton. It is uncertain whose surname she was given.

adoptee born march 20 1966 in wallecburg ontario

katherinerobinson172 — 16 Jan 2007 5:18:37 GMT

need some info

Mom Iso M/Ad Born 10/21/85 Toronto Canada

cindydarlenewells — 16 Jan 2007 4:11:50 GMT

ISO My 2 Sons : #1) John Cory Truckle
Oct 21 1985 - Born in Toronto Ontario Canada
Apprehended & Adopted by the Childrens Aid Toronto Ontario
(Dan Freedman) 1986, Adopted by Another Childrens Aid Worker in 1987 ?
Ive been Searching for both my Boys since 1995

ISO #2) Christopher Micheal John Elliott
June 17 1984-Born in Ottawa But Raised in Toronto Ontario
One of my Ex's Mothers Got custody of my son Christopher due to me not
having a place to live for 2 years...
Last known whereabouts was when he was 2 years old was,Carlaw/Gerrard
or Danforth Ave East...
They were suppose to Notify his parents if they move but didnt and I
havent heard from them since...

adoption info please!

root4leafs — 26 Oct 2006 3:46:18 GMT

Hi
I'm hoping someone on the list can help me. I have been doing research on my family tree and have found that it is possible that my grandfather was adopted - or just taken in by a family member. It seems that his father died when he was young and the children were placed with other families (poss. family members).
I can find no descendants of this line who either know or are willing to share info.
I found my grandfather's marriage registration - from ancestry.com and don't know if the names listed for his parents are really his parents or not. Does anyone out there know if names listed on a marr. registration would be the birth parents or would they be of the family who took him in. The birth and marriage took place in Ontario Canada.
If anyone can shed any light on the subject I would be happy to hear from you. Also can anyone offer any suggestions as to how to search for info.
Thanks ...... Dawn

Murphy, Nova Scotia, Hamilton, Ontario

sr_leitch — 12 Jan 2007 2:31:35 GMT

I am helping a friend of mine in Hamilton try to locate her birth mother.

In 1927, in Nova Scotia, a woman was born. At age 15 (c1942), she got married and had three children--one boy and two girls. When she was 20 (c1947), her husband left her so she tried to support herself and the three children as a domestic. She was unable to support the family so the children all became wards of the Nova Scotia Children's Aid Society.

About 1950, this woman met a fellow and started dating him. In 1954 she became pregnant but there was no marriage forthcoming so she left for Hamilton, Ontario to stay with a relative during the pregnancy. Again, she tried to support her child but was unable to find steady work so had to give her up for adoption. The new baby's birthname was Barbara Joyce MURPHY and she was born 28 Dec 1954, probably at St. Joseph's Hospital. It is uncertain whose surname she was given--birthmother's married name, birthmother's maiden name, or birth father.

The birth mother was 5'2" tall, 115 pounds with straight brown hair, brown eyes, medium complexion and was musically inclined.

If any of this story sounds familiar to you, please contact me.

Susan Leitch
Saskatoon

Murphy, Nova Scotia, Hamilton

sr_leitch — 12 Jan 2007 2:28:38 GMT

Looking for sister that was adopted from Halifax, Nova Scotia

jfancy41 — 6 Aug 2004 12:33:14 GMT

Leshia Johnson was born Leshia McInnis or Leshia Harper.
Her birthdate is August 26, 1960. She was adopted to a Johnson family from Nova Scotia Canada immediately from the Grace Maternity in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
If anyone knowing of this person any help would appreciated. I don't know who the adopted parents first names are other than Johnson. Her birth mother was Mary McInnis and birth father was Joseph Kerr Harper.

thank you

need help in lindsay

TracyParks50 — 10 Jan 2007 10:17:44 GMT

I waited nearly two years for my sisters non-id..My parents live in Lindsey, what was it you needed??

tracy

tparks1969_2006@yahoo.com

looking for lost family-Rossignol

justgiveer — 13 Dec 2006 9:30:13 GMT

Hi my name is Roy Murrant and im in search of information that can lead me to my birth parents.I was adopted in the county court of the judicial district of york,in the chambers of judge
John Gilbert on friday the 1st day of sept 1978,I was born in the city of Moncton in province of New Brunswick on april 29 1975 adoption papers show my birth cert.registration number at the time was 1975-03-004612.My adoptive parents are Howard and the late Sandra Murrant of toronto ont.i have a picture of birth parents Adrien Roy Rossignol and mother was Yvon or Yvonne not sure as to spelling in mothers name. I can see dads hands with what looks like to be a wedding band but not sure so they might not have same surname.I was told that my father died around my adoption time from cancer and mother was unable to care for me alone.So i ranged the search from 1974 to 1979 to be sure.Im looking for any information like death records marriage records birth certs of parents or even phone number any way i can find more info would help. I even tried searching for information on the lawyers office that handled the case but however they are no longer a firm and cannot be contacted so please any information that u can help me with would be very much appreciated!
thank you very much
Roy Murrant phone (905) 568-7557
email address
justgive-er@hotmail.com

1967 adoption 1970 adoption

wintertime2007 — 8 Jan 2007 4:28:54 GMT

Looking for son who I gave up for adoption in 1967. He was born in May 1967. This would be in Quebec.
Also I adopted a son in 1970, his name was Stephen at birth.
He is looking for his birth mother. She was a teenager when he was born. I have been trying to help him find his biological mother for some time without any luck. Anyone who can help would be appreciated. No problems, my son just wants to know his roots. This would also be in Quebec.
thank you

Correction: Winnifred Marcena (Jewell) Tracey

susankatrn — 5 Jan 2007 8:19:18 GMT

Looking for information about the family of Winnifred Marcena (when married, she wrote her middle name as Jewell)Tracey. She was born in 1895. Unknown parents - they died in an accident and Winnifred was taken to the Salvation Army in Toronto. She was raised by Miss Elizbeth M. Ward an Adjutant General in the Salvation Army. Salvation Army in Toronto and following Miss Ward's records has not helped. Any direction or information is appreciated. Winnifred is my great+ grandmother.

Winnifred Marcena (Jewel)

susankatrn — 5 Jan 2007 7:52:23 GMT

Looking for information about the family of Winnifred Marcena (when married, she wrote her last name as Jewel.) She was born in 1895. Unknown parents - they died in an accident and Winnifred was taken to the Salvation Army in Toronto. She was raised by Miss Elizbeth M. Ward an Adjutant General in the Salvation Army. Salvation Army in Toronto and following Miss Ward's records has not helped. Any direction or information is appreciated. Winnifred is my great+ grandmother.

BRANSCOMBE (EDITH)

britgirltaylor — 1 Jan 2007 9:41:27 GMT

Looking for information on Edith Branscombe who worked in the Drury household in the 1940's - New Brunswick. She has two sons looking for a possible sister born and given up for adoption between 1941 and 1948. Rumor is that she worked in a maternity home in Petitcodiac - but I have been unable to find such a place.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Wendy
Burlington Ontario

creche d'youville orphange,quebec 1940

karenstonge2 — 29 Dec 2006 2:41:33 GMT

looking for info on the creche d'youville orphange that was located in quebec. how it was run, how many staff, anything would be helpful. also looking for family that gave up a baby girl in may of 1940. mother gave birth to child at belvedere hospital ( which might have been a home ) montreal, quebec. mother registered under a false name. parents are believed to be from the laurentides area. both unmarried and in late teens. mothers father worked with wood.