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B.C. Hydro
B.C. Hydro’s Power Smart program offers power-saving tips and programs for home and business.
Recycling Council of British Columbia
Did you know BC has Canada’s longest standing recycling council? Their website is a wealth of information on sustainability.
Free Geek
This nonprofit organization reduces electronics waste by reusing and recycling donated technology, education and job skills training.
EnerGuide
The Canadian government’s guide to energy-efficient appliances, heating and cooling, and more.
Kelley Blue Book
Reviews, ratings, and price information for new and used vehicles.
ConsumerSearch
ConsumerSearch brings together product reviews from many quality sources, compiles them into an overall rating, and provides comments on any discrepancies between reviews.
BC Assessment
Search and compare BC property assessments online by address.
North Shore News
The North Shore’s community newspaper.
District of West Vancouver
West Vancouver’s official website provides current community news as well as access to council meeting agendas, bylaws, bus schedules, garbage & recycling calendars, maps, the recreational Leisure Guide, and much more.
You can also find council meeting minutes and agendas, and meeting highlights for a quick snapshot of the outcome of each week’s Council meeting. For further details, you can watch the videos or view the minutes once they are posted.
Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
This is the only official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test.
Discover Canada Study Guide [pdf] *Hard copies are also available in the library.
How well do you know your government? Answers compiled by West Vancouver Memorial Library (based on West Vancouver residence) to the questions on pages 34-35.
Other Study Questions Answers compiled by West Vancouver Memorial Library to the questions on page 53.
Visit the Government of Canada page where you can also read the study guide online, listen to notable Canadians read it, download it as an ebook, or order a copy.
Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre
New to Canada? Find out how to get accredited in your field. Check out the Employment Guides for detailed information by occupation.
The Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre is an online and in-person centre that helps immigrants to find the information they need to explore careers and begin their job search. All of the InfoCentre’s services and resources are no cost and offered by the staff at Vancouver Public Library (VPL).
B.C. Newcomers’ Guide
The Newcomers’ Guide tells you how to get a Social Insurance Number (SIN), register for the Medical Services Plan (MSP), open a bank account, get a driver’s license, find housing, look for a job and much more!
Globe Investor
A great one-stop resource for investors – get stock quotes plus key ratios and company reports.
Small Business Accelerator (UBC)
This site offers free online access to reliable business information and tools for secondary market research for BC businesses and entrepreneurs. It includes business basics, industry guides, a BC business support directory. This initiative is led by UBC Library’s Irving K. Barber Learning Centre.
One Stop BC Business Registry
All the forms you need to set up your business in BC, including name registration, incorporation, GST, payroll taxes, business licenses and more.
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
A comprehensive portal to Canadian business information. Everything from company directories to key regulations and standards, from trade data online to industry reports.
Canada Business Network
A comprehensive government website that covers everything from starting, planning and financing a business, to managing and growing a business. Also includes information on exporting and importing, charts, portfolio tools, the latest news and recommendations.
Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations
Includes information on over 190 countries, covering topics such as banking and securities, climate, government data, demographic statistics, languages, religion, government and flags. Also includes biographical essays on national leaders and a special section on the United Nations.
Access Information: Licensed for West Vancouver residents, students, and business owners only.
Academic Articles & Encyclopedias
World War II Reference Library
Articles, biographies, diaries, speeches and more from the Second World War. A great place to start for World War II school assignments.
Access Information: Licensed for West Vancouver residents, students, and business owners only.
Academic Articles & Encyclopedias
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