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New Issue of Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Available

July 3, 2017

EBLIP is an open access, peer reviewed journal that is published quarterly, hosted by the University of Alberta Learning Services, and supported by an international team of editorial advisors.


CFP: 2018 Association of Canadian Archivists (ACA) Annual Conference

July 1, 2017

The ACA is pleased to announce its call for proposals for its 2018 Annual Conference to be held in Edmonton in June 2018.


ALA Annual Conference: Closing Speech by Hillary Clinton

June 27, 2017

The American Library Association (ALA) wrapped up its 2017 Annual Conference in Chicago with a speech by Hillary Rodham Clinton.


Save the date! Government Information Day, October 26th, 2017

June 27, 2017

Government Information Day is designed as a forum for thought leaders, journalists, researchers, students, and librarians to explore how we can collaborate and engage with emerging and ongoing challenges and opportunities in the field of government information in Canada.


Réservez la date! Journée de l’information gouvernementale, le 26 octobre 2017

June 27, 2017 1 comment

La Journée d’information gouvernementale se veut une tribune où des dirigeants, des journalistes, des chercheurs, des étudiants et des bibliothécaires éclairés se réunissent pour explorer des moyens de collaborer et pour se pencher sur les possibilités et les défis émergents et actuels dans le domaine de l’information gouvernementale au Canada.


RIP Lou Duggan

June 26, 2017

Bill Slauenwhite shared this news on on the APLA listserv this morning: Hi, I’m sorry to have to tell you that Lou Duggan passed away earlier today after being diagnosed …


Call for Applications: Young Canada Works (YCW) Internships

June 23, 2017

The Canadian Council of Archives (CCA) is pleased to announce a public call for applications for the Young Canada Works at Building Careers in Heritage (YCW-BCH) program for graduate internships, to start this late summer and early fall.


Toronto Public Library Opening More Branches on Sundays as part of the City’s Poverty Reduction Strategy

June 22, 2017

As part of the City of Toronto’s Poverty Reduction Strategy, the Toronto Public Library today announced that it will open six more branches on Sundays year-round.


Reviewing Canadian Copyright Policy

June 19, 2017

Policy Options is publishing a series of analyses of the current state of the copyright regime in Canada, what should be changed, and what should be left alone.


Save the Date! 2nd Annual Outreach Network Camp!

June 15, 2017

Mark the date for the 2nd Annual Outreach Network Camp! Coming this Fall, September 11-12, 2017.


Saskatchewan Budget Cuts to Libraries

April 8, 2017

On 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, 2016

Our 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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2015

The 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 comment

Librarianship.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, 2015

An 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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National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
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!

The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information  Professionals
The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information Professionals
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.

The Brutalist: Canadian Libraries Edition
The Brutalist: Canadian Libraries Edition
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.

In Memoriam 2024
In Memoriam 2024
February 3, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

Recognizing and remembering those members of the Canadian librarianship community who died in 2024.

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas…
On the Twelfth Day of Christmas…
January 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

Librarianship.ca’s take on the 12 Days of Christmas


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