Services We Offer
Canadian Citizenship by Descent
Reclaiming your Canadian heritage requires more than just a family story, it requires a precise "paper trail" that meets the strict evidentiary standards of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This service is specifically designed to help you identify, locate, and organize the vital records needed to prove your claim to citizenship.
Under Bill C-3, individuals born abroad before December 15, 2025, may now be automatically recognized as citizens if they have a direct Canadian ancestor (someone born or naturalized in Canada). We audit your family tree to determine if you are part of this newly eligible "lost" generation and identify the specific records required to prove your chain of descent.
We compile a professional evidence package designed for a "Proof of Citizenship" (Citizenship Certificate) application. This includes:
Important Legal Note: Connect-Your-Dots provides genealogical research and record retrieval services to assist in gathering evidence. We are not immigration lawyers or Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) and do not provide legal advice or represent clients in the application process.
Discover the elusive ancestor everyone else gave up on. Our investigation is designed for the toughest family history mysteries, the ancestor who disappear from records, hide behind name changes, or seem to appear out of nowhere.
We begin by reviewing everything you already know. This includes your family tree, previous research, DNA matches, family stories, and any documents you may have. From there, we identify gaps, verify existing evidence, and create a focused research plan.
We carry out a professional genealogical search using advanced research methods. This includes exploring records such as probate files, land deeds, court records, newspapers, church registers, immigration records, and local archives.
You receive a professional research report with documented findings, full source citations, copies of important records, and clear explanations of discoveries, along with recommendations for the next steps in your family history.
When research requires access to physical documents, we provide in-person record retrieval and on-site research at archives, courthouses, libraries, and historical repositories throughout San Diego County.
Conducting research on-site allows access to original records that may not be digitized or indexed in online databases. Our familiarity with local repositories enables us to efficiently locate and obtain relevant documents.
This three-session introductory package helps you set a strong foundation for your family history research. Each session builds on the last, giving you structure, skills, and personalized guidance to move forward with confidence.
We assist attorneys, estate administrators, and fiduciaries by conducting genealogical research to identify, verify, and document potential heirs. Our work centers on reconstructing family relationships and producing well‑sourced family trees based on reliable historical records.
This service does not include contacting living individuals. Instead, we provide evidence-based genealogical reports that can assist legal professionals in determining next steps.
If old Québec‑French historical records, especially those written in cursive, are slowing down your research, we can help. We provide accurate French‑to‑English transcriptions of genealogical records so you can confidently move forward with your family history discoveries.
Pricing and turnaround times may vary based on the clarity of the image, the readability of the handwriting, and the length of the document.
This three-session package is ideal for individuals who already have a basic understanding of genealogical research and are looking to take the next step. Focus is on helping you understand your records more clearly, stay organized, and move your research forward with purpose. Each session builds your confidence in finding, analyzing, and connecting the clues that tell your family’s story.
This flexible package is perfect for anyone who wants to keep their genealogy projects moving forward with steady support and encouragement. Whether you’re sorting through family papers, untangling tricky research questions, or preparing something special to share with relatives, we’ll work together at your pace to keep things organized and enjoyable.
Each session is tailored to what you need most, reviewing your latest discoveries, finding new records, clarifying confusing evidence, or creating clear, shareable summaries of your work. You’ll always have a professional partner to brainstorm with, check your progress, and help you stay motivated.
It’s a relaxed, ongoing collaboration that grows with your research - no set schedule, just steady guidance and support when you need it. Together, we’ll make sure your family story comes together piece by piece, with clarity, care, and confidence.
Bring order to your family history materials and make them easy to find, use, and share. Whether you’re just beginning to organize your research or need help managing digital files, these services help you build systems that keep everything in one place and working smoothly. Together, we’ll create practical tools so your hard work is well-documented and preserved for years to come.
Disclaimer
We provide consulting exclusively within our verified areas of specialization. To ensure the highest standards of accuracy and quality, we accept projects only in research regions and record types where we have demonstrated expertise. If your request falls outside these areas, we are happy to connect you with other trusted professionals who specialize in the relevant region or record group.