Libraries 150
May 19, 2017 1 comment
A province-wide library project to promote reader engagement in the celebration of Nova Scotia’s writers and citizens, ideas and attitudes, culture and environment, stories and treasures.
University of Alberta Libraries – Academic Library Residency Program
May 19, 2017
The University of Alberta Libraries (UAL) invites applications from recent library school graduates interested in pursuing a career in academic libraries.
BCLA Announces 2017 Award Winners
May 18, 2017
Congratulations to Arca Collaborative Digital Repository, Vancouver Public Library, OpenMedia, and Smithers Public Library
Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries releases EY Final Report on Library System Review
May 18, 2017
The report by EY outlines a number of recommendations for improving the public library system in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Guy Berthiaume Receives 2017 CARL Award for Distinguished Service to Research Librarianship
May 17, 2017
The award recognizes an individual at a member institution for substantial local, national or international contributions to research librarianship.
Ernie Ingles Named ALA 2017 Ken Haycock Award Winner
May 2, 2017
The ALA Ken Haycock Award acknowledges exceptional contributions to promoting the field of Library Science.
First Nation Communities Read 2017-18 Shortlist Announced
May 2, 2017
Five books are in contention to become the First Nation Communities READ community reading selection for 2017-2018.
Call for Book Chapter Proposals: Social Tagging and Linked Data
May 1, 2017
Chapter proposal submissions are invited from researchers and practitioners.
Alma Matters: Danielle Allard Joins uAlberta SLIS; Mike Smit Appointed A/Associate Dean
April 25, 2017
News from Canada’s LIS programs
Introducing the Canadian Technical Services Network (CTSN)
April 22, 2017
This is an informal grassroots network based on the former CLA Technical Services Network.
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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