Historical  

Creation

In a meeting held on April 29, 1995, a decision was taken by a group of 9 people to start a family association to gather together all the Gareaus and their spouses.

The founding members are:

Claudette Gareau-Lussier, Francine Gareau-Desjardins, Gilles Gareau, Jacques Gareau , Jean Gareau, Lise Boileau-Gareau, Louisette Boily, Margot Lupien-Gareau,  Raynald Lussier. On that date, the rules of the association were developed, the coat of arms and a motto were submitted  by Jean Gareau for approval. Each participants made a special contribution of $20 to the AFG, to establish a starting fund. The group immediately  began a recruitment campaign.

Incorporation

On July 26, of the same year we submitted an incorporation request to the provincial government as not profit society. We received our charter on August 15, 1995, under the name of : Association des Familles Gareau or (AFG)

Membership

On August 8, 1995 we submitted a membership request to the Fédération des Familles Souches du Québec, which was officially approved on September 1st, 1995. We have been members ever since.

First General Assembly

The first general assembly was held on April 27, 1996 with 23 members attending. It was the actual launching of the Association.

First Gareaus Gathering

Our first gathering took place on September 7, 1996 in Boucherville near the Holy Family Church. On this occasion members and their friends were invited to a picnic. Thirty six (36) people attented this first gathering, which has become an annual tradition.

Genealogical Dictionary of the Gareaus, 1st edition

In December 1996, we published the first issue of the Gareau Genealogical Dictionary. All of the Gareaus and their spouses are recorded  in it. If you would like us to verify that your entry is correct, please send us an email with your name and your spouse and/or parents' names.

Commemorative Plaque

Our commemorative plaque, officially unveilled on May 2, 1997, was produced by the AFG thanks to the generosity of G.-Robert Gareau to pay a tribute to the first Gareaus, Boucherville pioneers, to establish a family line in New-France. The plaque is monted on a stand in front Boucherville City Hall on De La Rivière-aux-Pins street.