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This subject guide identifies selected print and electronic sources available to SFU students, faculty and staff for Public Policy research.
Contact info
If you need help, please contact Nina Smart, , at , () or Book a research appointment. See also Ask a librarian if Nina is not available or you have a general question.
Highlighted resources for Public Policy
CBCA Complete Canadian Business and Current Affairs
includes scholarly journal articles, trade publications, newspapers
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
"thousands of in-depth step-by-step video tutorials, taught by experts, on software development, design practices, business skills, web development"
Library of Parliament Research Publications
analytic publications, such as In Briefs, Background Papers, and Legislative Summaries
Services for Public Policy students
Research assistance for the Public Policy Program is centred at Belzberg Library at SFU Vancouver's Harbour Centre.
SFU Libraries provides extensive services for graduate students. Check out the SFU Library Research Commons to learn about upcoming workshops, writing services, and more.
Topic pages
- Cultural policy (CMNS 334 page) by the Contemporary Arts Librarian
- Economic Policy "epic" blog post on researching economic policy topics by the Economics Librarian
- Environmental Policy
- Health Policy (Fall 2023: being updated as we speak)
- Public Policy for Women (GSWS 350/824 page)
- Urban Housing Policy
Help with course assignments
- Introduction to Policy Issues and Analysis PLCY 800
- Public Policy Research Techniques and Methods New! PLCY 805
- Quantitative Methods for Policy Analysts PLCY 818
- Indigenous Policy PLCY 821
General search tip: Alternative words to use instead of "policy": guideline, initiative, strategy, framework, directive, action plan, guidance (U of T libraries)
New Public Policy books