Databases & Useful Links
Databases
Databases
A database is a searchable collection of encyclopedia, journal, magazine, and newspaper articles.
The OCDSB subscribes to the databases listed below.
Some of our databases require a username and password, especially when accessing them from home. Ask your subject teacher or drop by the library and we'll be happy to provide them to you.
Databases by EBSCO
Databases by EBSCO
START HERE! EXPLORA searches the Advanced Placement, Canadian Points of View, Canadian, History, Literary, and Science Reference Centre databases -- all in one place!
Journal and magazine articles on historical topics (mostly U.S. content, but some Canadian).
Access additional databases (e.g., Teacher Reference, GreenFILE, Library, Information Science, Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia, etc.
Other Subscription-Based Resources
Other Subscription-Based Resources
Health encyclopaedia. Topics covered include diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, mental health, suicide, bullying, LGBTQ issues, and more.