Social Sciences Collection

The Social Sciences collection, located on the third floor of the Vancouver Public Library's Central Library, includes a broad range of print and audiovisual materials on the subjects of social sciences, sports and games.

Subjects

Anthropology (Cultural and Social)
Criminology
Education
Etiquette
Folklore and Mythology
Health Services
Library Science
Marriage and the Family
Mind and Body
Museums
Parapsychology
Parenting
Philosophy
Population
Psychology
Religion
Sexual Orientation
Social Services
Sociology
Sports and Recreation
Women's Studies

Specialized Collection Areas

Census Collection

Statistics from the earliest Canadian census (1871) to the latest in print form
The most recent data is also available on the Internet using the Library's workstations

College and University Information

Program guides, directories, and scholarship information
Calendars from most Canadian and some international colleges and universities

Community Organization Files

Files of newsletters, annual reports, and miscellaneous brochures on local community organizations, social institutions, hospitals, colleges, and universities

Sports Rules and Records