Documentary Heritage Communities Program – Frequently Asked Questions
July 24, 2015
Eligibility Which organizations are eligible? The objective of the Documentary Heritage Community Program (DHCP) is to provide funding to eligible organizations that do not have a regular source of funding. …
Consultation: Developing a Digital Research Infrastructure Strategy
July 22, 2015
Understanding the requirements of Canada’s research community, and tapping into their knowledge and expertise in identifying opportunities and challenges, is the starting point in developing a DRI strategy that will produce tangible benefits for Canadians.
OCUL Accessibility Information Toolkit for Libraries
July 17, 2015
The OCUL Accessibility Information Toolkit for Libraries, previously available in PDF format, is now fully online as a handy reference resource for all!
New Issue of INFORM Published
July 8, 2015
The latest issue of INFORM (the School of Information Management newsletter) is now available on the SIM website!
Budget pressures on Canadian university libraries force them to leave many Canadian-published books out of their collections
June 25, 2015
In a recent quick survey, 11 Canadian-owned higher education publishers searched for 55 of their books in 10 university libraries, in both print and ebook versions.
LAC Partnership with the University of Ottawa
June 23, 2015
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and the University of Ottawa will collaborate in several key areas over the next five years to share expertise, knowledge and technology as well as support research and outreach initiatives.
Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for Government
June 22, 2015
Gartner has identified the 10 most important technology trends for government in 2015 in order to help CIOs and IT leaders assess critical strategic technologies and plan their enterprises’ or agencies’ IT roadmaps.
Call Letter for Library and Archives Canada’s New Contribution Program
June 12, 2015
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) announces the launch of its new Documentary Heritage Communities Program (DHCP). This contribution program is a collaborative approach which will ensure the outreach of Canada’s local documentary heritage communities.
Dr. Sandra Toze Appointed as Interim Director, School of Information Management
May 26, 2015
Dr. Sandra Toze appointed to the position of Interim Director of the School of Information Management for the period July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016.
CLA Draft Position Statement on Intellectual Freedom
May 22, 2015
The Canadian Library Association’s Intellectual Freedom Advisory Committee has drafted an update of the Intellectual Freedom Position Statement.
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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October is Canadian Library Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives. CLM also includes First Nations Public Library Week, Ontario Public Library Week, la Semaine des bibliothèques publiques du Québec, and Saskatchewan Library Week.
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MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University
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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!
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.