Research Guides: Sociology: Resources

Provides an introduction to core concepts in sociology.

This book introduces essential concepts that have helped to shape sociology.

Key themes are identified and reviewed in a straightforward manner.

Current Events in Sociological Context
Understand the factors behind the news with sociological discussions of current events within the U.S. and around the world.
Science Daily: Social Issues News
View the latest top news.
The Current with Matt Galloway: CBC Radio
The Current is a meeting place of perspectives, ideas and voices. We take a fresh look at issues affecting Canadians by poking and prodding them from new angles.

2021 Census Postsecondary Research Kit
The 2021 Census Postsecondary Research Kit has been developed for college, CÉGEP and university students looking to use Census data in their research. It includes an easy-to-use research guide on Census of Population resources and on how the data can be used to answer complex research questions.
Statistics Canada Data
Find the data you are looking for, such as data tables, microdata and data visualizations, on a wide range of subjects.

Simply Sociology: Theories
Theories explained and examples by experts following rigorous editorial standards of clarity, accuracy, quality sourcing, originality, and helpfulness.
Sociological Theories
Theories are the driving force of classical and contemporary sociology. They form a significant part of the literature and have proven effective for understanding society over the years.

SocINDEX with Full Text This link opens in a new window
Covers many academic areas including gender studies, criminal justice, social psychology, racial studies, religion and social work.

iPortal: Indigenous Studies Research Tool
The Indigenous Studies Portal (iPortal) connects faculty, students, researchers and members of the community with electronic resources: books, articles, theses, documents, photographs, archival resources, maps, etc.

All Ebsco Databases This link opens in a new window
Access 16 databases for robust and comprehensive research results.

In 44 videos, Nicole Sweeney will teach you sociology! This course is based on an introductory college level curriculum.

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