Associations & Magazines Are Great Sources of Industry Information
In this section we have gathered some of the most popular information sources, such as trade journals, magazines, blogs, and association websites. Industry information is always changing. For the latest news, current issues and popular opinions, try following one or more of these sources. In addition, interacting with the websites that provide this information through commenting and asking questions may also provide you with more information.
Associations
Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for your business plan. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.
ASAE Gateway to Associations Directory
Use this directory to search for an association by name, interest area, or international geographic location (including Canada and BC). You can also search using a combination of various fields.
Home Inspectors Association of BC (HIABC) | HIABC is a self-regulating Association of professional home and property inspectors, representing all regions of British Columbia. Check out their Find a Home Inspector directory and the Become a Home Inspector page.
Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors (CAHPI) - National | CAHPI is a national association, whose mission is to promote and develop the home inspection profession. CAHPI is considered the voice of Canada's home inspection industry. Check out the Links page.
Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of British Columbia – Property Inspectors (ASTTBC-PI) | ASTTBC-PI is an institute established under the provisions of the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians (ASTT) Act, to represent the professionally certified house and property inspectors in British Columbia.
Alliance of Canadian Home Inspectors (ACHI) | The mission of the ACHI is to lead in the professional support, development and education of all home inspectors in order to promote the betterment and unification of the industry, while encouraging high standards, fair practices and superior service for all clients. Check out the ACHI Forum pages (registration required).
American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) | North America's oldest professional society of home inspectors. Check out the Resources + News page.
Try searching Ulrich's Periodical Directory to develop a list of important trade publications in your industry.
Magazines / Trade Journals
Trade journals (often called magazines or trade publications) can be very useful in helping you find current articles relating to business research. Contact your local research library to determine which trade journal subscriptions they have. There are also free trade publications that you can access online.
The Canadian Home Inspector Magazine
The official publication of the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) that includes information on various aspects of the home inspection profession in Canada. Published 3 times per year.
ASHI Reporter Magazine
American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) monthly magazine featuring articles on the home inspection industry including professional trends, technical issues, licensing and marketing.
Canadian Real Estate Magazine
Designed to offer readers accurate, cutting-edge information to guide their investment decisions, this magazine contains articles on a range of topics including property values and trends, investment strategies, surveys of particular real estate markets, renovating advice for capital gain, and general tips and traps for buyers, sellers and property investors. Published 12 times per year.