LibGuides: Broadcasting and Journalism: Finding Experts

Recommended Resources for Finding Experts

Subject Specific Databases
Search Seneca Library's subject-specific databases to find articles written by experts in particular fields. The authors will usually supply contact information. To locate databases by subject visit the corresponding subject guide.
Subject Guides
For recommended databases and resources for finding experts in various fields, explore Seneca Libraries' collection of subject guides.

Search through newspaper articles to see who has already spoken to the media on an issue.

Canadian Newsstream (formerly Canadian Major Dailies) This link opens in a new window
(ProQuest) Part of ProQuest Central. Canadian Newsstream provides access to 700 Canadian newspapers from Canada's leading publishers, including the Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star. This full-text database includes electronic compilations from most newspapers, providing access to articles, columns, editorials, and special publications from each. Some compilations date from the late 70s.
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Canadian Reference Centre This link opens in a new window
(EBSCO) Provides access to Canadian and international magazines, newspapers, newswires, reference books and company information.
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CPI.Q. (Canadian Periodical Index) This link opens in a new window
(Gale) Provides access to a comprehensive list of Canadian and international journals, magazines, biographies, and other reference sources. Includes selected Globe and Mail coverage.
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Expert directories exist with self-identified experts.

ProfNet Connects
Connects journalists to over 25,000 experts in a wide range of fields.
Sources: International Guide to Expert Sources & Media Spokespersons
This resource includes a topic list, media directory and parliamentary directory.

Universities often will help you connect with their experts. See local examples below.

Canada's Information Resource Centre (CIRC) This link opens in a new window
(Grey House) Online access to 20 Grey House Reference titles: Canadian Almanac and Directory, Associations Canada, Financial Services Canada, Canadian Environmental Resource Guide, Canadian Parliamentary Guide, Governments Canada, Libraries Canada, Health Guide Canada, History of Canada, Canadian Who's Who, Major Canadian Cities, Careers & Employment Canada, Cannabis Canada, and various FP financial titles.
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Scott's Directories: National Business This link opens in a new window
(Scott's Directories) Provides access to a comprehensive directory of Canadian businesses with more than 350,000+ contacts from manufacturing, government, medical and education sectors.

- Please note that all saved searches, downloads, and pick lists will be visible to all Seneca users.
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Hansard - Canada
Search Hansard to find out which individuals are debating on a topic. You can also search committee reports to identify experts. For guidance with searching the Hansard debates, see our Law subject guide.