CariGenetics has launched MyLineage a “genealogy consultation service that empowers Bermudians to trace their ancestry as far back as the 1600s, through a powerful database of over 140,000 Bermudians.”

A spokesperson said, “Launched at the ‘Bermudian Heartbeats’ Law to Legacy Unravelling the Narrative’ series on August 7, the debut of MyLineage gave attendees the opportunity to speak directly with the team, ask questions, and sign up for the service on the spot.

“In a strategic partnership with Dane Simmons Sr., one of Bermuda’s leading genealogist, MyLineage offers clients unprecedented access to deep family history and identity restoration, rooted in both genetic data and a comprehensive Bermudian family database built over two decades.

What Makes This Service Unique:

• Draws from a robust, privately curated Bermudian database of 140,000 individuals, 45,000 marriages and over 18,800 photos

• Trace back up to 8 generations — connects clients to family lines previously lost to migration, slavery, or adoption

• Private and culturally sensitive

Service Features:

• Exclusive launch offer — enjoy a 2-hour private genealogy consultation for the price of 1, now just $299

• Optional follow-up sessions

• Clients receive personalised reports

• None public family-matching with no data-sharing

“Of note, persons who want to use the service do not need to provide any sensitive personal information.”

“Tracing your family line back up to eight generations can be a life-changing moment,” said Dr Carika Weldon, Founder and Director of Research at CariGenetics. “For so many Bermudians, including those of African, Azorean, European, or Native American descent, the stories of who we are have been fragmented. MyLineage is about putting those pieces back together.”

“For over 20 years, I’ve been piecing together the story of Bermuda — one name, one family, one generation at a time. What we’ve found is powerful: every Bermudian is connected, regardless of background. Through this partnership with CariGenetics, we now have the platform to share these connections, allowing any Bermudian to tap into their rich historical record. It’s a pathway for Bermudians to discover where they truly come from and how we’ve always been woven together. MyLineage is more than a family tree — it’s a living archive.”

The spokesperson said, “For further details about the MyLineage service or to schedule a consultation, visit www.carigenetics.com/mylineage.”