Resources

Over the years we have collected and developed genealogy-related materials such as books, photos, maps, papers, DVDs, videos, etc. We're pleased to be able to share these with family members online at no cost. Physical copies, where possible, will be provided at a nominal cost.

To access these resources, you must be a member of the Cassidys of Cassidy Lake family tree. When you register for access to the genealogy site, we automatically enable access to print and file server resources as well.

Please Note: Photo Video Archives access requires a separate password. It is different from the password you might have for the Cassidys of Cassidy Lake genealogy and file server. Contact Peter Cassidy to request access to the Photo Video Archives.

If you would like copies of items, send your request to either Peter or Brian Cassidy at the address listed under Contact Us.

Photo/Video Archives

Our archives of photos and videos is available online to family members. There you can browse the collection and search for people and topics.

View Photo Video Archives on SmugMug

Presentations

Presentations by Brian Cassidy primarily to the New Brunswick Geanalogical Society (NBGS), discussing various aspects of genealogical research. Format is Adobe PDF.

Genealogy and Technology - Our 40 Year Adventure - March 2019

Using DNA Testing to Explare One's Family History April 2017

Genetics and Genealogy Sept. 2016

Making Sense of the Census May 2015

The Cassidys of Cassidy Lake March 2014

PhpGedView Oct. 2011

Home Publishing May 2008

Extending FOAF to Genealogical Data July 2005

Cassidy Genealogy Sept. 2003

Books

The Cassidy Story from Ireland to Cassidy Lake and Beyond (2007)
This 88-page 6"x9" spiral-bound book tells the story of the family from the beginning in Ireland, to the homestead at Cassidy Lake, to the far corners of Canada and the United States. New in this book is information on our ancient ancestors in the 1300 AD timeframe. Of more recent times, we chronicle the assembly and divesture of the homestead property at Cassidy Lake from 1823 to today. The book is essentially a print version of what's in these web pages without subsequent updates. Members can download the book in Adobe PDF format at no cost. [Download]

The Cassidy Family History 1797-1949 (1949)
This is the original compilation of the history and genealogy of the Cassidys of Cassidy Lake. It was compiled in conjunction with the rededication of the church at Cassidy Lake.Members can download the book in Adobe PDF format at no cost. [Download]

Videos

Cassidy Lake Gathering Church Service Aug. 11, 2019
This is video of the church service hald as part of the weekend gathering of the Cassidy clan. The service was led by Otty Forgrave and included remarks by Paul Cassidy on the state of the church and Camp Cassidy project. Peter Cassidy shared words of remembrance for Hazel Douthwright and Elsie Cassidy. View this video on Vimeo. Password required.

The Journey - Cassidy Lake (2008)
This 18 minute documentary recounts the 130-year journey of the Cassidy Family from the emmigration from Ireland of William and Jane in 1819 through the development of the community at Cassidy Lake. It incorprates rare color video of descendants at the great family gatherings of 1949-1953. Family membes can view this video on-line in the Photo Video Archives on SmugMug. Password required.

Cassidy Lake People in the 1949-1953 Video of the Church Services. This is 11 minutes of unnarrated video shot by Stan Cassidy in silent, 16mm color. Click here for a list of individuals we have identified in the video. Family members can view this video online in the Photo Video Archives on SmugMug. Password required.

Documents/Reports

Tracing the Cassidy Property at Cassidy Lake by Brian Cassidy May 4, 2006 [Download]

Church Property Transfer 1890 [Download]

Cemetery Plot Plan [Download]

Census Records for The Cassidys of Cassidy Lake
In 2015, Brian Cassidy did an extensive analysis of the New Brunswick census records from 1851 to 1921. This is tedious but rewarding work. You can see from his summary analysis the insight that can be revealed by such methodical analysis. Click the links below to view his summary analysis as well as the original census documents.

Census Records Summary Analysis

Census 1851 Thomas Jamieson

Census 1851 William and William Milligan Cassidy and Robert Nesbitt

Census 1861 Henry and Thomas Cassidy

Census 1861 Robert Nesbitt

Census 1861 Thomas Jamieson

Census 1861 William Cassidy

Census 1861 William Milligan Cassidy

Census 1871 James Cassidy

Census 1871 Joseph Orr

Census 1871 Thomas Cassidy

Census 1871 Thomas Jamieson