New web portal launched to search seven federal libraries with a single click
March 6, 2017
Federal Science Library creates a window into government science library collections and scientific research for all Canadians
National Heritage Digitization Strategy: Update
March 5, 2017
The National Heritage Digitization Strategy (NHDS) Steering Committee shared an update on its work last week.
2016 Annual Challenges Survey Preliminary Report Released
March 3, 2017
To date, library staff in four provinces (BC, AB, ON, QC) have reported more than 30 challenges, to censor collections and resources, and access to services.
Brampton Library Wins ALA-PLA Upstart Innovation Award
February 25, 2017
The Upstart Innovation Award recognizes a public library’s innovative and creative service program to the community.
Call for Submissions: Diversity By Design – Reframing Diversity Discourse in Canada
February 23, 2017
A two-day Symposium on the state of diversity in Canada’s informational and cultural sectors.
Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) Statement in Support of Fair Use/Fair Dealing Week
February 21, 2017
CARL today released a statement on the value of fair dealing, in conjunction with Fair Use/Fair Dealing Week 2017.
Call for Volunteers: IFLA World Library and Information Congress 2017
February 18, 2017
About 300 volunteers are sought to assist the IFLA participants during IFLA WLIC 2017.
Transparency for the 21st Century Conference (March 21-23, 2017)
February 17, 2017
From March 21-23, 2017, over 200 Canadian and international experts and advocates in the fields of access to information, open government, and government transparency, will gather in Ottawa.
Call for Proposals: 2017 Rural Libraries Conference
February 13, 2017
This year’s theme will be Celebrating the Canadian Spirit: Diversity In Our Libraries.
Save the Date: CanUX 2017 will take place Nov 3-5
February 12, 2017
CanUX, Canada’s largest annual UX conference, will be held November 3-5, 2017 at the Canadian Museum of History.
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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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.
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.
February 3, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Recognizing and remembering those members of the Canadian librarianship community who died in 2024.
January 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Librarianship.ca’s take on the 12 Days of Christmas