Call for Proposals: Library Space Design Challenges
November 27, 2025
In anticipation of the Library as Place (LaP) Conference in 2026, the Education Institute is hosting a series of interactive case study virtual workshops in the months leading up to the main event.
Applications Open: Vickery Bowles Award on Intellectual Freedom in Public Libraries
November 26, 2025
The Vickery Bowles Award on Intellectual Freedom in Public Libraries will be presented annually to a student currently enrolled in an accredited MLS or MLIS program who demonstrates knowledge, commitment and passion to upholding democratic values and Intellectual Freedom within public libraries.
Call for Submissions: 2026 ABC Copyright Conference
November 25, 2025
The ABC Copyright Conference will take place in Edmonton, Alberta from May 7-8, 2026.
Call for Proposals: Marigold Library System Conference 2026
November 25, 2025
The theme of the 2026 Conference is Together Toward Tomorrow.
Invitation to Participate: Service Point Staffing in Arts Libraries
November 24, 2025
“Our purpose is to examine the prevalence of arts-specific service points in libraries and their commonalities and differences in organizational practices, features, and services.”
CARL Honours Geoff Harder with Award of Merit
November 19, 2025
The CARL Award of Merit is presented to individuals who have made outstanding local, regional, or national contributions to research librarianship, with a lasting and beneficial impact on the CARL community.
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.
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.
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