Nova Scotia Library Association (NSLA) Conference 2023 – Call for Proposals
March 17, 2023
Conference Theme – True Grit: Passion and perseverance for change.
Media Release: Ex Libris Association Indigenous Student Bursary
March 13, 2023
The Ex Libris Association (ELA) announces the launch of its Indigenous Student Bursary to encourage more Indigenous voices among staff in all types of libraries.
Shelved: Episodes One and Two Synopses
March 5, 2023 1 comment
Plot summaries of episodes one (Jane Eyre FICTION BRO) and two (Things Fall Apart FICTION ACH) of Shelved.
Invitation to Join Indigenous Collections Management Listserv
March 5, 2023
“The intention of this pan-Canadian list is to provide a venue to bring individuals together to address and discuss topics relating to Indigenous collections acquisitions, policy making, and best practices.”
CFLA Copyright Committee Update (February 2023)
March 3, 2023
An update on the current activities of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) Copyright Committee
Antiracism & Decolonization in Archives & Records Management: Open Classroom Series
March 2, 2023
Join us for the Winter 2023 edition of the open classroom series on antiracism and decolonization in the information professions, with a focus on archival and records management in this academic term.
Centre for Free Expression and CFLA Partner to Manage Portal to Report and Access Information on Intellectual Freedom Challenges
February 21, 2023
The Centre for Free Expression and the Canadian Federation of Library Associations announced an agreement in principle to manage a single portal and database for libraries to report and access information on intellectual freedom challenges libraries face to items in their collection, and to displays, programs, room usage, and computer access.
Highlights from the Report of the Public Inquiry into the 2022 Public Order Emergency
February 19, 2023
Highlights from the Report of the Public Inquiry into the 2022 Public Order Emergency of interest to the Canadian library and information management community
Shelved Premieres March 6 on CTV
February 14, 2023
CTV today announced that Shelved, Anthony Q. Farrell’s comedy set in “the underfunded Jameson branch of the Metropolitan Public Library,” will premiere on March 6.
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
February 21, 2023 by Librarianship.ca
“The name comes from the idea that in the first chapter of a book, you are getting to know the characters; in the second, you get to know a bit more about the world; and in the third, well, that’s where the plot starts to get interesting.”
February 5, 2023 by Librarianship.ca
Recognizing and remembering those members of the Canadian librarianship community who died in 2022
December 31, 2022 by Librarianship.ca
Congratulations to the members of the Canadian librarianship community who were recognized in 2022 for their contributions to the profession and to Canadian society!
December 5, 2022 by Librarianship.ca
Extracts from the 2021 Census about the library and information management community.
November 14, 2022 by Librarianship.ca
“Mentorship in higher education is a topic that I feel merits deep consideration and further study; effective mentorship is a determining factor in many students’ academic and professional success. I hope to encourage discourse on how we can support graduate students in their skill development and facilitate their success in academia and in the labour market.”