Canada, Newfoundland Census, 1945 - FamilySearch Historical Records

What is in This Collection?
This collection includes images and an index of the 1945 census. This information is housed at the Provincial Archives of Newfoundland and Labrador. The pages of the original ledgers of the 1945 Nominal Census were bound in an incorrect order. For most districts, the right-hand side of the page does not match the left-hand side. In most cases the correct matches of right to left can be found by counting back two pages from the left side of the page which contains the names of persons residing in each household.

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:
 * The name of your ancestor
 * The name of a relative or 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
 * Church Records often were kept years before government records were required and are a good source for finding ancestors before 1900

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

 * If your ancestor does not have a common name, collect entries for every person who has the same surname. This can help you find possible relatives
 * Search the records of nearby areas
 * Check for other names. An individual might appear under an unexpected name for a variety of reasons:

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

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.