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Canadian Professional Engineering and Geoscience, 6th Edition

by Patricia Shaw et al.

Nelson - Canadian Professional Engineering and Geoscience: Practice and Ethics, 6e, is a unique and comprehensive text for today’s Canadian students and practising professionals. Structured in five parts, the text is written in an approachable and engaging style that effectively covers practice and ethics topics while offering advice for readers to…

Constructing Meaning: Teaching Language and Literacy K-8, 6th Edition

by Joyce Bainbridge et al.

Nelson - Children develop their language abilities through meaningful interactions with people at storytime, at meal times, during chores, while searching for information, while playing, and while at school. In the classroom, teachers serve a crucial role in maximizing learners’ language and literacy acquisition. They serve as strong models, providing…

Ethics and Law for Teachers, 2nd Edition

by Kenneth Crook et al.

Nelson - The practice of teaching in Canada is regulated both by law and professional codes of ethics and conduct. Ethics and Law for Teachers, Second Edition, engages readers in an authentic, personal consideration of the professional expectations and benefits of reflective practices of teaching in Canada. Not only does the text delve into the objective,…

Public Administration in Canada, 2nd Edition

by Paul Barker, Tim Mau

Nelson - This second edition of Public Administration in Canada tackles the current and emerging trends, the changing and evolving institutions of government, ethics, and many other challenges in public administration. It brings the study to life for students, demonstrating the intersection of theory with the practice of government program and service…

Social Work Practice: Problem Solving and Beyond, 3rd Edition

by Tuula Heinonen, Len Spearman

Nelson - Social Work Practice: Problem Solving and Beyond presents a view of social work that incorporates, not without criticism, problem solving as foundational to traditional practice. While drawing upon international and American content, the text emphasizes Canadian social work experience and developments. Tuula Heinonen and Len Spearman also argue…

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…

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…

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 Business and the Law, 7th Edition

by Dorothy DuPlessis et al.

Previously published by Nelson. In Canadian Business and the Law, Seventh Edition, legal knowledge is regarded as a business asset that builds competitive advantage for the individual and the organization alike. This text demonstrates how the law can protect persons and their property as well as resolve disputes. The text also shows that the law facilitates…

Canadian Hospitality Law, 3rd Edition

by Bradley Wright, Don Longchamps

Previously published by Nelson. Canadian Hospitality Law is a comprehensive survey of the law as it relates to the hospitality and tourism industries. The book is the only one of its kind and is considered to be the standard Canadian resource for the associated course. The book is recognized for emphasizing the necessity of sound management principles…

Canadian Police Work, 5th Edition

by Curt T. Griffiths

Previously published by Nelson. The new edition of Canadian Police Work has been updated to reflect the most contemporary issues facing policing today while giving students a detailed overview of the profession. Students will learn the history of policing in Canada, the structure and operation of policing, the legal contexts of police work, and issues…

Canadian Politics: Critical Approaches, 9th Edition

by Rand Dyck et al.

Previously published by Nelson. For more than 30 years, Canadian Politics: Critical Approaches has presented the reality of Canadian government and politics in a comprehensive yet lean and readable manner. It provides the tools and foundational knowledge to help students become better informed, more involved, and more critical citizens. Students will…