Sleep Habits of Highly Successful People
November 7, 2015
IFLA 2016 National Committee Fellowship Grant Application
November 6, 2015
The IFLA 2016 National Committee will offer up to one hundred $1,000 (US) fellowships to librarians, library staff, and library students in the USA and Canada to attend the IFLA Congress in Columbus, Ohio.
Call for Presenters: Saskatchewan Libraries Conference 2016
November 6, 2015
The theme this year, Cooperation Saskatchewan Style: 20 Years of Success, will provide an opportunity for libraries and library workers to explore cooperation between libraries and various other organizations in various contexts and to celebrate their work in providing programs and services.
Top 7 Successful Weekend Habits
November 6, 2015
Successful people know that weekends are actually the secret weapon in professional success. If you’re looking for ways to make your weekend more productive, this infographic is for you!
Changes to Government of Canada Departments and Agencies
November 5, 2015
As part of the creation of the new ministry, several changes have also been made to the machinery of government to reflect the government’s priorities.
Survey about Born-Digital Collections in Canadian archives
November 3, 2015
Dear colleagues, If you currently work with an archival or special collection at an institution in Canada, I invite you to participate in this questionnaire, even if you’ve never received …
New edition of ALA-ALSC Competencies for Librarians Serving Children in Public Libraries
November 3, 2015
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), has released a revised edition of its Competencies for Librarians Serving Children in Public Libraries.
ALA Announces Task Forces on LIS Accreditation
October 31, 2015
The American Library Association (ALA) has appointed two task forces on LIS accreditation: Task Force on Accreditation Process and Communication and Task Force on the Context of Future Accreditation.
Discover BC’s Digital Treasures: Announcing the Launch of Arca, BC’s Network of Post-secondary Digital Repositories
October 28, 2015
British Columbians now have anytime, anywhere public access to research created at BC postsecondary institutions via Arca, a province-wide network of digital repositories.
C-51 Reform, TPP Top the List of “Real Change” Tech Policy Priorities
October 28, 2015
Digital policies may not have played a significant role in the just-concluded national election, but the arrival of a majority Liberal government will leave many expecting “real change” on the digital front in the years ahead.
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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