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Digital Publications: New Partnership Between Library and Archives Canada and Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec

November 24, 2015

Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec (BAnQ) are pleased to announce a new agreement concerning digital publications from Quebec publishing companies.


Invitation to University of Toronto iSchool’s 10th Annual Employer Showcase

November 23, 2015

The University of Toronto iSchool’s 10th Annual Employer Showcase will be held on Friday, January 15th, 2016


Give Us Your Thoughts On the Rules for Archival Description (RAD)

November 20, 2015

The Canadian Committee on Archival Description (CCAD) wants to hear from you on the future of the Canadian archival descriptive standard, the Rules for Archival Description (RAD).


#alaac16 Call for International Papers and Projects Program

November 19, 2015

The ALA International Papers and Projects Committee invites proposals for presentations to be made at the next ALA Annual Conference in Orlando.


Hire a Master of Information (MI) Co-op Student!

November 19, 2015

U of T Master of Information Co-op – Summer & Fall 2016


Letter from the Canadian Council of Archives to the Minister of Canadian Heritage

November 18, 2015

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, P.C. MP Minister of Canadian Heritage Canadian Heritage 25 Eddy Street Gatineau, QC | K1A 0M5 Dear Minister Joly: On behalf of the Canadian Council of …


Canadian Library Association Releases 2014 Survey of Challenges to Resources and Policies in Canadian Libraries

November 18, 2015

The Canadian Library Association’s Intellectual Freedom Advisory Committee has released the results of its ninth annual survey of challenges to library resources and policies in Canada for 2014.


Invitation to participate in ImagineBC

November 18, 2015

ImagineBC is an annual opportunity for residents of British Columbia to pitch an excellent, innovative and possibly untraditional idea to our jury.


Help Develop Library and Archives Canada’s Strategic Plan

November 17, 2015

Library and Archives Canada wants your input to assist in developing a strategic plan for the next three years.


Canadian Library Association Releases New Statement on Intellectual Freedom and Libraries

November 17, 2015

Today, the Canadian Library Association (CLA) released of a new Statement on Intellectual Freedom and Libraries.


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).


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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


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