Local & Family History
Local & Family History
Book Launch: Sorry, Not Sorry, by Mark Critch
Dec 2nd | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Mark Critch is joined by Trent McClellan for a candid, entertaining discussion celebrating his newest book, Sorry, Not Sorry, on December 2.
Remember Corporal James K. Evans: A Hero of the Korean War
Learn about the life of Cpl. James K. Evans, whose courage in the Korean War still echoes through history.
Halifax’s Cholera Outbreaks of the 19th Century
Uncover Halifax’s deadly 1800s cholera outbreaks—and how they transformed public health, medicine, and water systems.
Book Launch: Sorry, Not Sorry, by Mark Critch
Dec 2nd | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Mark Critch is joined by Trent McClellan for a candid, entertaining discussion celebrating his newest book, Sorry, Not Sorry, on December 2.
Remember Corporal James K. Evans: A Hero of the Korean War
Learn about the life of Cpl. James K. Evans, whose courage in the Korean War still echoes through history.
Halifax’s Cholera Outbreaks of the 19th Century
Uncover Halifax’s deadly 1800s cholera outbreaks—and how they transformed public health, medicine, and water systems.
Recommended Today on Maritime Noon (November 27, 2025)
Halifax Public Libraries joined Maritime Noon to talk books! See picks from Jocelyn, Meghan, and community readers, on the November 27 show.
Famous Architecture in Nova Scotia
From coast to city, explore the beauty and history behind Nova Scotia’s most iconic buildings.
Poignant Remembrance Day Reads
Honour and reflect through stories that capture courage, memory, and the strength of the human spirit.
African Nova Scotians and War
Honour the stories of African Nova Scotians whose courage and service shaped our history.
Recommended Today on Maritime Noon (November 27, 2025)
Halifax Public Libraries joined Maritime Noon to talk books! See picks from Jocelyn, Meghan, and community readers, on the November 27 show.
Famous Architecture in Nova Scotia
From coast to city, explore the beauty and history behind Nova Scotia’s most iconic buildings.
Poignant Remembrance Day Reads
Honour and reflect through stories that capture courage, memory, and the strength of the human spirit.
African Nova Scotians and War
Honour the stories of African Nova Scotians whose courage and service shaped our history.
Online Resources
Books of Remembrance
These 3 commemorative books contain the names of local people whose lives were lost at war. View and remember in person or online.
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
Books of Remembrance
These 3 commemorative books contain the names of local people whose lives were lost at war. View and remember in person or online.
Halifax Municipal Archives
The official repository for historical municipal government records from Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and the former County of Halifax.
CBC Corner
Browse trusted news, local stories, TV shows, award-winning podcasts, free English/French language app, news in foreign languages and more.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-Library Access Only)
When visiting any of our branches, you can access thousands of genealogical records from around the world.
Recent Arrivals
Recent Arrivals in the HRM Collection
Have a look at these recent publications about the people, places and culture of Halifax Regional Municipality.
Recent Arrivals in the HRM Collection
Have a look at these recent publications about the people, places and culture of Halifax Regional Municipality.