Canada, Border Entry Lists - FamilySearch Historical Records

Canada

What is in This Collection?
This collection contains border entry lists from 1908-1918 into Canada. Most lists are monthly returns of names of people immigrating to Canada from the United States and are arranged by the border ports of entry. The original records are held at Library and Archives Canada RG 76 (T-15346--T-15393).

What Can These Records Tell Me?
The following information may be found in these records: • 2

How Do I Search This Collection?
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
 * Name of the person
 * Approximate date of the event

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Add any new information to your records
 * If available, check the image for additional information
 * Analyze the entry to see if it provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

 * The person may be recorded with an abbreviated or variant form of their name
 * Try searching by surname only
 * Remember that spelling was generally not standardized until the early part of the 20th century

Research Helps
The following articles will help you research your family in Canada.
 * Canada Guided Research
 * Canada Record Finder
 * Canada Research Tips and Strategies

Other FamilySearch Collections
These collections may have additional materials to help you with your research.

FamilySearch Catalog

 * Border port of entry lists for Canada, 1908-1918
 * Immigration Form 30A, ocean arrivals, 1919-1924
 * Ships' passenger lists for Canada, 1900-1922, 1925-1935

Citing This Collection
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.