Automation and the Information Professions
June 19, 2016
A new report from the Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship examines all major job categories in Canada for the extent to which technology could replace the functions in the next 10 to 20 years.
TD Teams up with Telelatino Network to Launch WELCOME TO CANADA Literacy Program
June 18, 2016
The TD Bank Group is partnering with Telelatino to distribute 1,300 books to selected schools, community centers, and libraries across the country making them available to young newcomers, particularly those of Hispanic descent.
Canada’s New Plan on Open Government 2016-2018
June 17, 2016
A draft of Canada’s new plan on Open Government is available and Canadians are invited to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement from June 16 to June 30.
Information Management (IM) and Library Science (LS) Community Profiles
June 17, 2016
The Chief Information Officer Branch at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat recently published two infographics about the Information Management (IM) and Library Science (LS) communities in the federal public service.
J. McRee (Mac) Elrod, 1932-2016
June 16, 2016
This was posted this morning on the RDA-L listserv as well as other cataloguing related lists: Dear Friends and Colleagues, It is my sad duty to inform you that Mac …
Project LLEAD 2017: Save the Dates
June 15, 2016
Project LLEAD (Library Leadership Excellent and Development) announces initial dates for year two. The year-long intensive program begins with a five day residency at Loon Lake, February 24-March 02, 2017.
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) Announces Recipients of 2016-2017 Documentary Heritage Communities Program
June 14, 2016
In 2016-2017, the DHCP will provide $1.5 million in funding to 40 projects in local archival and library communities all across Canada.
International Librarians Network (ILN) Releases Research Report on Peer Mentoring
June 14, 2016
The International Librarians Network (ILN) has published a research report that redefines peer mentoring and demonstrates how mentoring programs can be expanded into online, global spaces.
CNIB Receives $2 Million to Support Production of Alternate Format Published Materials for People with Print Disabilities
June 14, 2016
Yesterday, the Government of Canada announced $2 million in funding for the CNIB to continue supporting its production of alternate format published materials for people with print disabilities.
Saskatchewan Introduces Improvements to Access and Privacy Legislation
June 13, 2016
The Government of Saskatchewan is taking steps to improve access to information and protection of privacy in the province.
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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