Skip to content Skip to main menu Skip to utility menu

Ontario Library Association (OLA) Announces 2015 Award Recipients

January 12, 2016

Association recognizes contribution and achievement in Ontario’s libraries


How to find a career you love

January 12, 2016

A Step-by-Step Guide to Finding a Career You Love


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.”


Call for Proposals: Concordia University Libraries’ 14th Annual Research Forum

December 27, 2015

Proposals are now being accepted for Concordia University Libraries’ 14th Annual Research Forum, in the beautiful city of Montreal. This year’s Research Forum will be held on Friday, April 29th, 2016, at the Loyola Jesuit Hall and Conference Centre.


Library and Archives Canada’s (LAC) Choir 2015 Holiday Concert

December 25, 2015 1 comment

Library and Archives Canada’s (LAC) Choir joins with guest choir Musica Ebraïca to present a holiday concert in the lobby of 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa


CLA Responds to Good e-Reader article entitled “The Canadian Library Association wants to Disband”

December 22, 2015

Thank you for your interest in the CLA and the work of the Future Federation Working Group. Unfortunately your blog of December 19, 2015 titled “The Canadian Library Association Wants …


Saskatchewan Budget Cuts to Libraries

April 8, 2017

On 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, 2016

Our 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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2015

The 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 comment

Librarianship.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, 2015

An 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).


All updates

Blog posts

National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
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!

The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information  Professionals
The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information Professionals
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.

The Brutalist: Canadian Libraries Edition
The Brutalist: Canadian Libraries Edition
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.

In Memoriam 2024
In Memoriam 2024
February 3, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

Recognizing and remembering those members of the Canadian librarianship community who died in 2024.

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas…
On the Twelfth Day of Christmas…
January 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

Librarianship.ca’s take on the 12 Days of Christmas


Articles