More Research Materials

Research resources for socio-economic statistics and data are often collected by statistical agencies and research institutes. This subject page directs users to critical resources for locating and using these resources, including Statistics Canada and its census resources.

The gaming collection which includes tabletop, roleplay and digital games is physically available at the Laurier Library Waterloo campus. Items can be sent to other campuses.

A variety of links and suggested search strategies for finding information from national, provincial (territorial or state) and municipal (region, city, town) governments - and from many international government organizations. Links have been gathered together based on subject and/or jurisdictional themes. 

Academic journals are published on a periodic basis, such as every three months.  They are usually focused on a specific academic discipline or area of study. The articles go through a peer-review process to ensure quality.

The Library's collection of music resources provides a vast range of print, recorded and electronic resources to students, faculty and staff of the University as well as members of the public. 

Tools for finding free local, Canadian and international news articles and editorial cartoons from major current and historic news sources. 

What primary sources are in various disciplines and how to find them.

Scholars Commons @ Laurier is Laurier's Institutional Repository, designed to preserve Laurier-originated materials and share them with the world, free of charge.

Tools for locating theses and dissertations written at Laurier and other universities.

The Library has an extensive collection of videos (streaming and physical), including feature films and documentaries. Use the information below to find, watch, and request videos.

Explore a variety of image collections, from Creative Commons on Flickr to specialized archives like Laurier Archives and the Smithsonian. Some resources may have usage restrictions.