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A Human Voyage: Exploring Biological Anthropology, 2nd Edition

by Anne Keenleyside et al.

Previously published by Nelson. A Human Voyage is a ground-up Canadian text designed to help students understand biological anthropology and the evolution of humanity. Comprehensive, balanced, and well-written, it features Canadian contributions, along with research from around the world. This book is written for students with little to no background…

Adult Development and Aging, 1st Edition

by Lori Harper et al.

Previously published by Nelson. As you look around your neighbourhood, you may be starting to notice that there are more older people. As a society, we are aging. In fact, this is a phenomenon that is occurring in most countries in the world. As you will soon learn, the over-85 age group is the fastest-growing segment of the population with more and…

Adult Development and Aging: The Canadian Experience, 2e

by Lori Harper et al.

As Canada experiences explosive growth in its older adult population, more occupations are confronted with a rapidly aging society and the need to understand the particularity of aging vis-à-vis Canadian laws, healthcare options and policies, and social support systems. The second edition of Adult Development and Aging addresses this need with a realistic…

Aging & Society: Canadian Perspectives, 9e

by Mark Novak et al.

With the growth of older populations in Canada comes the need for current, thoughtful, and comprehensive study of the social realities of aging. The ninth edition of Aging and Society addresses this need with attention to how the complex relationships between health and medicine, work, gender, technology, family, housing, and social support impact and…

Aging and Society: Canadian Perspectives, 8th Edition

by Mark Novak et al.

Previously published by Nelson. As the 21st century unfolds, the study of aging will increase in importance. Canada’s population will have more older people than ever before. These people will make new demands on Canada’s healthcare, retirement income, and housing resources. They will also bring new interests, skills, and approaches to later life. People…

American Government

by David Haus

American Government reflects the importance of the multiple levels of government in the United States and the rudiments of politics and the policy process.

An Introduction to American Government

by Thomas L. Brunell, Robert Lowry, Banks Miller, and Thomas Gray.

In an age full of distractions and misinformation, students need a strong foundation in Political Science that sets them up for success at school and as informed citizens. Introduction to American Government provides a concise overview of the history and functions of U.S. government institutions, always bringing the discussion back to examples of how…

An Introduction To Canadian Criminal Procedure - 7e

by Christopher Nowlin, Helene Love

An Introduction to Canadian Criminal Procedure, Seventh Edition, offers a comprehensive introduction to criminal procedure and provides a critical overview of the gathering and admissibility of evidence. The text is aligned with how the criminal justice process proceeds: from an investigative stage and initial encounter between police and suspect, to…

An Introduction to Government and Politics: A Conceptual Approach, 9th Edition

by Mark O. Dickerson, Thomas Flanagan, Brenda O'Neill

An Introduction to Government and Politics continues with its traditional and trusted framework to equip readers with a comprehensive and logically consistent vocabulary for the study of politics, helping them to better see the relevance of government in their lives. This ninth edition has been streamlined, replacing dated material with current political…

Beyond Policy Analysis: Public Issue Management in Turbulent Times, 6th Edition

by Leslie A. Pal et al.

Previously published by Nelson. With an authoritative and courageous approach, Beyond Policy Analysis examines public policymaking in Canada at all areas of governance, including Heath Care, Education, Economic Development and Trade. This title goes beyond conventional categories and concepts to examine how the world of policymaking has changed with…

Canadian Corrections, 6e

by Curt T. Griffiths and Danielle Murdoch

Studying the Canadian correctional enterprise merits a clear, thoughtful approach to the dynamics of corrections. From its origins, structure and design, and the ongoing ways in which Canada’s correctional landscape is impacted by judicial and government decision making, the sixth edition of Canadian Corrections provides a comprehensive overview of…

Canadian Criminal Justice: A Primer, 6th Edition

by Curt T. Griffiths

Griffiths’ Canadian Criminal Justice: A Primer provides a succinct yet thorough introduction to the dynamic and complex Canadian criminal justice system for students without significant prior exposure to the field. In brief chapters, the text presents a current, accessible overview of the distinct parts of the criminal justice system as they are evolving…