Svetlana Kochkina appointed University Librarian, University of Prince Edward Island
November 13, 2025
Dr. Svetlana Kochkina begins her five-year term on March 1, 2026.
Laura Warner appointed Chief Executive Officer of Orangeville Public Library
November 11, 2025
Warner succeeds Darla Fraser who retired last month after 15 years as the Library’s CEO.
Melissa Redden appointed CEO/Director of the Peterborough Public Library
November 11, 2025
The Peterborough Public Library Board and the City of Peterborough announced the appointment of Melissa Redden as the new CEO/Director of the Peterborough Public Library, effective Monday, November 24, 2025.
Call For Proposals: Canadian Association of Law Libraries (CALL) 2026 Annual Conference
November 11, 2025
The deadline for proposals is December 13, 2025.
UBC University Librarian Susan E. Parker announces retirement in 2026
November 10, 2025
Susan Parker, University Librarian at the University of British Columbia (UBC) since 2017, today announced her decision to retire on June 30, 2026.
Call for Proposals: 2026 Canadian Health Libraries Association Conference
November 6, 2025
The call for proposals is extended for one more week until November 14 (23:59 EST) 2025.
Call for Papers: Archives Association of Ontario (AAO) 2026 Annual Conference
November 4, 2025
The Archives Association of Ontario (AAO) is thrilled to invite proposals for its 2026 Annual Conference, our first in-person gathering in years. This return to a physical space invites us to reflect on the heart of the archival tradition: the stewardship of physical objects for the long term in an increasingly digital society.
Eileen Gillette appointed Executive Director of the Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL)
November 3, 2025
Gillette has served as Interim Executive Director since July and previously held the role of Director of Library Services, Planning and Integration with VIRL.
Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (FCAB) : Mise à jour (octobre 2025)
October 31, 2025
La Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (FCAB) a présenté un aperçu de ses activités.
Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA): October 2025 Update
October 31, 2025
The Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) has provided an overview of its activities.
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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November 21, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
‘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.
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