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Dear Saskatchewan GenWeb Enthusiasts,

We come bearing exciting news for those who have journeyed through the corridors of the old Provincial Saskatchewan GenWeb site hosted by Rootsweb and Ancestry. Fear not, for our webpages will not only endure but thrive in a new digital haven!

New Beginnings, Rejuvenated Dedication:

Discover our revamped home at https://saskgenweb.ca/cansk/Saskatchewan. This transition marks the continuation of our unwavering commitment to document the rich history of Saskatchewan. The legacy of the one-room schoolhouses, cemetery headstones, historical maps, and the plethora of placenames will persist.

Navigating History's Landscape:

As we weave through the diversity of Saskatchewan's past, these webpages serve as a compass, guiding you to the closest one-room schoolhouse, a church or cemetery, or the nearest town or Rural Municipality for your genealogical or historical quest.

Patreon: A Beacon of Support:

The heart of this journey lies in the support of our growing Patreon community. With their encouragement, we've secured a new domain and web hosting provider-ensuring that the flame of this service continues to burn bright.

Grow With Us:

Join our Patreon community, become a pillar in our efforts to persist year after year. Your support is not just a contribution; it's a testament to the value of preserving the stories that make Saskatchewan unique.

Visit Our New Webpages:

Explore the evolving Saskatchewan GenWeb at https://saskgenweb.ca/cansk/Saskatchewan. The digital canvas is ready to be painted with the vibrant strokes of history.

Support Us on Patreon:

Behind every webpage update, every historical map scanned, and every record documented, there is a dedicated team of volunteers. If you find our service beneficial, consider supporting us through Patreon. Your contribution ensures that the Saskatchewan GenWeb remains a beacon for historians, genealogists, and the public.

Gratitude to Ancestry.com and Rootsweb.com:

We express our deep gratitude to Ancestry.com and Rootsweb.com for providing the foundation upon which this digital tapestry was woven. Now, as we transition, we seek your support in maintaining paid web hosting.

Sustaining a Legacy:

The Saskatchewan GenWeb service has been a cornerstone for those seeking to unravel the past. Today, we invite you to stand with us in ensuring its continued existence for generations to come.

Join Us in This Exciting Chapter:

Visit https://saskgenweb.ca/cansk/Saskatchewan and witness the renaissance of the Saskatchewan GenWeb. Thank you for being a vital part of our community and for your enduring passion for genealogy and history in our best beloved province of Canada.

Warm regards,

The Saskatchewan GenWeb Volunteer Team




Abbreviations

Saskatchewan Abbreviations
A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M |
N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z |

A
Assa - Assiniboia, Provisional District NWT *
Atha - Athabaska, Provisional District NWT *
B
BDM - Birth, Death, Marriage *
C
CA - Canada (Currently used Postal abbreviation) *
Can - Canada (previously used abbreviation) *
C 0f E - Church of England (English) *
Col Co - Colonization Company *
C No R - Canadian Northern Railway (merged with GTP to form CNR)*
CN - Canadian National *
CNR - Canadian National Railways *
CP - Canadian Pacific *
CPR - Canadian Pacific Railways *
E
Est - Established
F
Ft - Fort *
G
GTP - Grand Trunk Pacific Railways (merged with C No R to form CNR)*
GRC - Gendarmerie Royale du Canada *
H
HBC - Hudson's Bay Company *
I
IR- Indian Reserve *
J
Jn - Junction *
L
LDS - Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints *
Luth Lutheran *
M
M - Meridian (Meridien fr) *
Meth - Methodist *
MJ - Moose Jaw *
N
NB - North Battleford *
NW - North West Company * N W Col Coy - North West Colonization Company *
NWMP - North West Mounted Police (previous name) *
NWT - North West Territories *
P
Pres - Presbyterian*
PA - Prince Albert *
PCS - Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan *
P.O. - Post Office *
R
RC - Roman Catholic *
RCAF - Royal Canadian Air Force *
RCMP - Royal Canadian Mounted Police *
R Cath - Roman Catholic *
RCSSD - Roman Catholic Seperate School Division *
RM - Rural Municipality * *
RGE or Rg - Range (Rang fr) *
RR - railroad; railway; rail; rail line *
S
Sask - Saskatchewan (previously used provincial P.O. abbreviation) *
Sask - Saskatchewan, Provisional District NWT *
SC - Swift Current *
S Current - Swift Current (Speedy Creek)*
S.D. - School Division *
Sect. - Section *
SGS - Saskatchewan Genealogical Society *
SGW - Saskatchewan GenWeb *
SIAST - Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology Previously Kelsey Institute
SK - Saskatchewan (Currently used Postal abbreviation)*
SP - Saskatoon Star Phoenix (Newspaper) *
S'toon - Saskatoon (colloquial placename abbreviation) *
SWP - Saskatchewan Wheat Pool *
T
Tsp or Tp - Township (Canton fr) *
T.N.O. - Territoires du Nord-Ouest *
U
U of R - University of Regina *
U of S - University of Saskatchewan *

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Abbreviations Found in Genealogy

Abbreviations found in census returns National Archives

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Canadian Geographical Names Abbreviations and Symbols for the names of the provinces

French English Genealogy TRANSLATIONS TRADUCTIONS Anglais-Fran"ais

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Genealogy Abbreviations

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Marking of Pieces

Military Abbreviations Canada World War I

Perth DPS Place Name Abbreviations

Rootsweb Country Abbreviations and Characters

UM Libraries Archives and Special Collections Abbreviations used WWII

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