Trade publications, business magazines, and news sources provide current information about business performance, issues/challenges of companies and industries, and many other things, which may not be found in other sources. Use the following databases to find information about companies, industry sectors, competition, trends, etc.
NOTE: For off-campus access, log in with your Langara Email account.
Local business publications provide current information about business developments in the community, local company profiles, industry analysis, etc. Skimming them regularly is a good way to keep on top of the local business landscape.
Private research firms publish and sell reports on the industries which they monitor on an ongoing basis. Industry reports can help you gain a good understand of the industry, including size, market share, competition, industry trends, and outlook. Use the following databases to find industry reports (free of charge) in the library.
NOTE: For off-campus access, log in with your Langara Email account.
Trade associations and industry groups can be excellent resources for finding company and industry information as well as networking events. Use Google to find associations serving the industry of interest.
