Geneaology site?

Question:

Geneaology site?

What is the best FREE geneaology site? I don't want one that is just a free trial, but I do want one that has a lot of information. I came across one months ago, and now I cannot remember what it was. Any suggestions?

I'm trying to research two different things.

1. My boyfriends canadian geneaology. Both of his parents are deceased and he knows very little of any relatives beyond them. His parents moved to B.C. from Saskatchewan(I'm positive I've spelled that incorrectly and I do apologize) probably in the 40's.

2. I'm also looking for my own ancestors. My biological father was adopted, I think. I have no contact with him, which is just the way I like it. However, I would really like to be able to trace my ancestors biologically and not just through my father who adopted me. Any suggestions on how to go about this?

At the very least I would be happy with the site info. Thanks!

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: OK, look, "best" and "free" are two adjectives that are rarely found together describing anything. As with almost all things, the 'best' is hardly ever free. But, if you are serious, spend $20 on the least expensive version of FamilyTreeMaker software and start documenting your, and your boyfriend's ancestors.

Once you have the software, the best place to start is with your parents/step-parents, guardians, etc., your grandparents, your aunts, uncles, and great grandparents. Write it all down, use FamilyTreeMaker to record the information. Then, go on-line and use sites like Rootsweb.com, GenForum.com and Ancestry.com to post queries about your family. This opens the opportunity to learn more about your family from other, distant family members.