Special Libraries Association (SLA) and ASIS&T members vote to merge
August 21, 2025
“In creating a global community of research and practitioners, this merger will provide a home for both internationally excellent research and its impact in practice.”
Call for Proposals: Southern Alberta Library Conference 2026
August 20, 2025
The Southern Alberta Library Conference (SALC) Planning Committee is inviting proposals for concurrent sessions for its 17th annual conference in Lethbridge, AB, April 17, 2026.
New Cultural Heritage Science facility to protect Canada’s heritage
August 14, 2025
The new Cultural Heritage Science (CHS) facility will provide a space where conservation experts can collaborate to protect and preserve Canada’s most treasured cultural artifacts and our heritage for generations to come.
Ex Libris Association granted vice-regal patronage
August 13, 2025
Congratulations to the Ex Libris Association on being granted vice-regal patronage by Her Excellency, the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada.
New issue of Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS) published
August 7, 2025
The Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS/RCSIB) is an open access, refereed, scholarly periodical published by Western Libraries on behalf of the Canadian Association for Information Science.
New issue of Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (2025) published
August 5, 2025
Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (ELIP) is an open access, peer-reviewed journal managed by students in the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program at Western University.
IFLA Selects Busan, South Korea to Host the 2026 World Library and Information Congress
July 22, 2025
Busan will host IFLA’s flagship event from August 10 to 13, 2026.
Amy Furness appointed Chief Librarian of Victoria University
July 8, 2025
“Amy Furness is a respected scholar and educator, with an impressive publication and presentation record, and focus on student mentorship.”
Moe Hosseini-Ara appointed Toronto City Librarian
June 24, 2025
The Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board today announced the appointment of Moe Hosseini-Ara as its new City Librarian, effective September 1, 2025. He succeeds Vickery Bowles, who has served as City Librarian since 2015.
Congratulations to the 2025 BCLA Award Winners!
June 20, 2025
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025 British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) awards!
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).
Blog posts
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.
August 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University
July 31, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University
April 27, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Thank you to all of the dedicated volunteers in our community! You make a difference to our profession across the country and around the world!
April 15, 2025 by Rachel Manes and Madeleine McGregor
To help bridge the gap between graduation and building your career in the field, we’ve gathered advice from seasoned library and information professionals across Canada.