Tips for searching for information...
Search engines are one of the best ways to find the information you are looking for. Unfortunately the results are often overwhelming... it is not uncommon to get thousands of results for any search. TIP, use a .ca search engine for Canadian content (eg. google.ca vs. google.com). Also, most engines provide advanced search features and search tips to narrow the results. To try a search use the Google Link on this page or click here for a list of Search Engines

Information Sites: The term information site is an attempt to describe any site that provides information. User Beware; any one can publish (put information) on the Web (this site included).

Corporate Sites are usually rich in content and information, these are especially useful if looking for product specific information or support... If your shopping however, be sure to do your own comparisons (i.e. Coke is not likely to tell you how good Pepsi is).

Goverment Sites are a great source of information, not just because the the Governments (Federal, Provincial, Municipal), have put a lot of effort and information into them, they are available 24x7 and have No Line-Ups. Click on the Goverment Sites link here to see a small selection (start) of those available.

Service Providers (the company that provides you your Internet connection), are almost always a good source for information, the Caution is they are also selling space and or products, use the same discretion you would when shopping a store.

Shopping Sites are becoming more and more popular. Most Retailers have there own sites and these are generally trustable because they are backed by the Bricks & Morter (Physical Location) Store that you could walk into if necessary.

On-line Shopping Sites have a lot to offer, virtually anything is available; comparable to a "Never-ending/Ever-changing Catalogue" Buyer Beware, try to validate that the site is legitimate and that you are comfortable with the offer before you give any information. TIP, make sure that the site supports secure communication when you get to the point of transferring any personal information (the start of the Web Site Address should change from "http://" to "https://" - notice the "s" for secure).

In Summary:
Always validate the source of the information and if you are not sure "take with a grain of salt". Most reputable sites look professional, but always use Caution, as above, validate the information.
For more information on Buying On-line; Tips 4 Buying On-line