Authors: Rhys Stevens; Maureen Beristain

Source: Reference Services Review, Volume 32, Number 3, 2004 , pp. 320-328(9)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Abstract:

The rapid expansion of the Canadian gambling industry since 1969 has generated substantial profits for provincial governments and industry operators. As gambling expands its reach and regulatory structures evolve, a growing body of researchers is starting to scrutinize the industry and its socio-economic impacts on Canadians. This article provides background information on Canada's gambling industry and presents an overview of essential information resources.

Keywords: Betting; Canada; Bibliographies; Research

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/00907320410553731

Publication date: 2004-03-01

Related content

• In this: publication
• By this: publisher
• In this Subject: Library Science
• By this author: Rhys Stevens ;  Maureen Beristain

Website © Publishing Technology. Article copyright remains with the publisher, society or author(s) as specified within the article.

• Terms and conditions
• Privacy policy
• Information for advertisers