Call for Applications: CAPAL Early Career Researcher Award & Student Research Paper Award
March 18, 2026
Apply today and showcase your impactful work!
Appel de candidatures : Prix ACBES pour chercheur·e en début de carrière et Prix du travail de recherche étudiant
March 18, 2026
Posez votre candidature dès aujourd’hui et mettez en valeur votre recherche!
Jackie Flowers appointed Chief Librarian of Burnaby Public Library
March 3, 2026
Jackie Flowers succeeds Beth Davies who has served as Chief Librarian since 2016.
Bill C-15 Update: House Finance Committee amendment reinstates protection for Library Book Rate
February 24, 2026
During its clause-by-clause review of the Budget Implementation Act (Bill C-15), the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance adopted an amendment put forward by the government to reinstate protections for free literature for the blind and reduced postage rates for library materials in the Canada Post Corporations Act.
Lisa McDonough appointed CEO of Vaughan Public Libraries
February 5, 2026
McDonough succeeds Margie Singleton, who is retiring as CEO after 18 years in the position.
Manitoba Library Consortium Inc. to Dissolve
February 2, 2026
Following several years of reduced activity, the members of the Manitoba Library Consortium Inc. (MLCI) have voted to dissolve the organization. This decision took place at MLCI’s annual general meeting, held November 24, 2025.
CULC releases national study on the social impact of urban public libraries
February 1, 2026
The Impact of Canadian Public Libraries explores the role public libraries play in community life and social wellbeing by drawing on data and lived experience from more than 18,000 respondents across 26 Canadian urban public library systems.
Kingston Frontenac Public Library Receives the W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors
January 31, 2026
Ex Libris Association (ELA) presented the 2025 W.K. Lamb Award for Innovative Services to Seniors to the Kingston Frontenac Public Library for their “Older Adults Hub.”
CFLA Releases Climate Action Resources for Library Sector
January 27, 2026
Funded by the Government of Canada, the resources were developed to educate library professionals and information workers about the pivotal role libraries play in addressing the climate crisis, but also to empower the sector to advocate for and elevate the profile of libraries as leaders in climate action and environmental literacy.
Dick Ellis and Toni Samek receive CFLA Intellectual Freedom Award
January 21, 2026
The CFLA-FCAB Intellectual Freedom Award is the successor to the Canadian Library Association’s Advancement of Intellectual Freedom Award which was awarded annually between 1988 and 2016. It recognizes outstanding contributions to intellectual freedom in Canada.
Saskatchewan Budget Cuts to Libraries
April 8, 2017On March 22, 2017, the Government of Saskatchewan tabled a provincial budget which: eliminated the provincial operating grant of $1.3 million for municipal library systems in Regina and Saskatoon; and …
Refugee Resources in the Library
March 5, 2016Our new feature, Opening the Library Doors in Welcome, will highlight how libraries across Canada are supporting Syrian refugees. New collections, services and programs are creating a more inviting space …
Invitation to complete the 2016 National Salary Survey
February 1, 2016Librarianship.ca is pleased to invite you to complete the 2016 National Salary Survey of Library and Information Management Professionals.
Coming Soon! 2016 National Salary Survey
January 26, 2016Librarianship.ca is excited to announce our upcoming National Library and Information Management Professionals Salary Survey (2016).
Canadian Library Association (CLA) Announces Plan to Dissolve
December 18, 2015The CLA Executive Council has announced a Special General Meeting on January 27, 2016 to vote on the dissolution of the Association.
Introducing Librarianship.ca
November 1, 2015 1 commentLibrarianship.ca is a new, not-for-profit organization started to support and strengthen our community and advance its information professionals. We do this by providing opportunities for learning, information exchange, collaboration, and networking. Through this …
Consultation: Toward a Federation of Library Associations in Canada
October 16, 2015An invitation to provide feedback on the proposal to create a national federation of library associations called the Canadian Federation of Library Associations / Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (CFLA/FCAB).
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January 1, 2026 by Librarianship.ca
Congratulations to members of the Canadian librarianship community recognized in 2025 for their contributions to the profession and to Canada!
December 23, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
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‘Tis the season of Hallmark Christmas-style movies and Librarianship.ca wants you explore your creative side and come up with a tale fitting for an information professional!
October 17, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
The heart and strength of libraries are the library workers. Without them, libraries cannot function. Libraries rely on their staff to provide service to their communities and to help their libraries and communities grow.
August 25, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
October is Canadian Library Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives. CLM also includes First Nations Public Library Week, Ontario Public Library Week, la Semaine des bibliothèques publiques du Québec, and Saskatchewan Library Week.