Observers and Guests at the Canadian Library Association (CLA) Special Meeting
January 15, 2016
The purpose of this memo is to provide clarity regarding the presence of guests and observers in the Special Meeting.
Ontario Public Library Usage and Visits at an All Time High!
January 13, 2016
The number of people visiting public libraries in Ontario is at an all-time high with Internet and online usage going through the roof, according to the latest polls and statistics released by the Federation of Ontario Public Libraries (FOPL.ca).
Partnership between Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and the Ottawa Public Library (OPL)
January 12, 2016
Message from the Librarian and Archivist of Canada
Ontario Library Association (OLA) Announces 2015 Award Recipients
January 12, 2016
Association recognizes contribution and achievement in Ontario’s libraries
Ottawa Public Library “Central Library Development Project”: Public Opinion Research
January 6, 2016
As part of the planning process for a new Central Library, the Ottawa Public Library engaged Nanos Research to collect the views of current customers of the existing Main Library facility and potential customers of the new Central Library facility.
uToronto iSchool Introduces New Co-op Program
January 6, 2016
Starting this month, first year Master of Information (MI) students will have access to co-op job postings as part of the iSchool’s experiential learning process.
Upcoming Student-Led LIS/IM Conferences
January 5, 2016
Check out the diversity of conversations taking place and join in!
Terry Eastwood Receives University of Victoria Distinguished Alumni Award
January 4, 2016
The University of Victoria (UVic) Libraries is pleased to announce Professor Terry Eastwood’s selection as our 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient.
Governor General of Canada’s New Year’s Message
January 1, 2016
“In a world of rapid and profound change, we must continually adapt and improve, and part of doing that successfully means fostering a culture of innovation and celebrating those who lead the way.”
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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