Getting Help from Industry Sources

Professional Associations for skilled occupations are very common in BC and Canada. These associations can provide information and assistance.  Registration and fees are usually required for membership but not for information.

You can find associations and other organizations associated with your occupation by searching online or look at the following directory at VPL:

Search the Vancouver Public Library catalogue for journals related to your profession. Industry journals will give you current information about companies and industry news. Also, these journals will report events, such as conferences, you may want to attend for networking and information.

Business in Vancouver is an example of a good general journal available at VPL.