Amy Lestition Burke Joins Special Libraries Association (SLA) as Executive Director
May 26, 2016
The Special Libraries Association (SLA) announced today the hiring of Amy Lestition Burke as the association’s new executive director.
CanUX 2016 News: More Speakers & Workshops Confirmed
May 26, 2016
CanUX is a two day showcase of modern experience design trends shaped as Canada’s premier annual UX event.
Message from the CFLA-FCAB Chair Paul Takala
May 24, 2016
An update from CFLA Chair Paul Takala on steps taken to date to establish the new Federation, including transfer of files from CLA and official incorporation.
uAlberta MLIS Student Wins 2016 IFLA LIS Student Paper Award
May 23, 2016
Martha Attridge Bufton will receive her award at the IFLA World Library and Information Congress in Columbus, Ohio.
Halifax Central Library (Fowler Bauld & Mitchell) Receives Governor General’s Medal in Architecture
May 20, 2016
The jury commended the process of early user engagement that led to the design, and the public’s embrace of the building is a testament to its value.
Book publishing industry, 2014
May 19, 2016
Statistics Canada released data on the book publishing industry in Canada for 2014.
The State of Digital Publishing in Canada 2015
May 18, 2016
Infographics with highlights from BookNet Canada’s third annual State of Digital Publishing in Canada survey.
Literacy and numeracy among off-reserve First Nations people and Métis: Do higher skill levels improve labour market outcomes?
May 18, 2016
This article examines the literacy and numeracy skills of off reserve First Nations and Métis adults aged 25 to 65, focusing on the factors and labour market outcomes associated with higher skill levels.
CFLA/FCAB: Wordmark/Graphic Identity Challenge
May 17, 2016
The Canadian Federation of Library Associations is looking for some assistance at creating its graphic identity.
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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