Newspaper Clippings Collection

Introduction

The Newspaper Clippings Collection is located on level 5 of Central Branch. It consists primarily of newspaper articles taken from the Vancouver Sun and the Vancouver Province, with some from the Globe & Mail and various local community newspapers.

The focus of the collection is on local and British Columbia issues. Coverage varies by division and newspaper, though the majority of files start in the 1960’s. Additions to the Newspaper Clippings Collection ceased June 30, 2002.

Key Facts

Newspaper Clipping Collection Index

Use our searchable online index to find the headings used on individual folders of clippings as well as the specific file each headings belongs to. To access this database go to the library homepage at www.vpl.ca and, underneath the heading “Find Books, DVD’s & More” and click on “Newspapers, Articles, Encyclopedias & More.” Select the database from the alphabetical list, or click on “Newspapers & Mass Media.”

Searching for newspaper articles elsewhere:

The Newspaper Clippings Collection is a great place to start your research, but it is only a selection of articles from the newspapers clipped. If you desire comprehensive newspaper coverage of a B.C. event or issue, or are doing research on a national or international event, you should consult our staff, and consider using one or more of the following resources:

• Newspaper Article Databases
  Online access to databases representing the contents of over 300 local, national and international newspapers.
• Newspapers in Print
  VPL's Newspapers & Magazines Division subscribes to approximately 130 daily and weekly newspapers from around the world, retaining the current two months of each.
• Newspapers on Microfilm
  An extensive collection of newspapers on microfilm from Vancouver and Victoria dating back to the late 1800s. Some newspapers from other parts of Canada and the U.S. are also available. Ask Newspapers and Magazines or Special Collections staff.
• Newspapers on the Web
  There are many web sites available through the library home page. At www.vpl.ca, click on ”Research Guides & Suggestions By Topic”, and then select “Newspapers & Mass Media.” Scroll down to “Related Link Lists”.

Related Newspapers, Articles, Encyclopedias & More

Selected online newspapers, journals, magazines, audiobooks, indexes, and other resources providing more information. Have your library card ready, as you may need to log in.

Newspaper Clipping Collection Index

Last updated on June 06, 2009