Are you a mid-career professional? Please participate in this survey
October 1, 2017
Would you be willing to give some of your time to complete a survey questionnaire for a research project investigating the continuing professional development (CPD) needs of mid-career library professionals?
Call for Nominations: Library Journal Movers & Shakers 2018
September 26, 2017
The editors of Library Journal need your help identifying the emerging leaders in the library world.
CODE Announces Shortlist for 2017 Burt Award for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis for Young Adult Literature
September 24, 2017
The award recognizes excellent, engaging and culturally-relevant books in English for youth that are written, illustrated and/or translated by First Nations, Inuit and Métis creators.
Right to Know Week Events
September 17, 2017
Right to Know Week will be celebrated across Canada the week of September 25 to October 1.
Call for Proposals: Manitoba Libraries Conference 2018
September 15, 2017
Theme: Engage & Inspire Communities
Call for Applicants – Connecting Communities + Cultures: The Vital Role of Libraries, Archives, and Museums in the Arts
September 14, 2017
The symposium invites the next generation of library, archives, and museums professionals to examine the essential role that these institutions play in the arts and cultural heritage in Canada.
CFP: 2018 Archives Association of Ontario (AAO) Conference
September 10, 2017
Theme – Celebrations: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Research survey for librarians of housebound services
September 8, 2017
This study is designed to explore ways the traditional housebound service can expand to help ease isolation in housebound patrons.
Appel de communications : 47e Congrès de l’Association des archivistes du Québec (AAQ)
September 7, 2017
Thème – La puissance des archives : investir, performer, rentabiliser
Discover the Toronto Film Reference Library
September 6, 2017
With TIFF getting underway this week, take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Toronto Film Reference Library with Michelle Lovegrove Thomson and Jason Cheong.
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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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.
March 2, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
While Hollywood may get GLAM-med up for the 97th Academy Awards, members of the Canadian library community hoping for cameos in one Best Picture nominee by their favourite (or least favourite) library building may be disappointed.