So glad I found you! I am a relative of John's eldest son, William and am just beginning our family's journey to find out more about the Elwes's. I plan a trip to Georgina Township, Ontario this June, but hope to find out a bit more before going. Your info above is a start.
Have you learned any more about John's English past since this posting? We would like to know why they immigrated. I didn't see any immigration info either. But I need to find your family tree on Ancestry (I have a world wide account, so should see it).
I know that William's grandson, Donald Elwes of Ontario, compiled a large family history, but have no way to find that document. Have you heard of it?
Hope to hear from you,
Ginny
Kentville, Nova Scotia