Bertrum MacDonald Appointed Interim Dean of Dalhousie Faculty of Management
October 22, 2015
Bertrum MacDonald has been appointed Dean of Management (acting), commencing October 1, 2015, to June 30, 2016. Dr. MacDonald is a Professor of Information Management at Dalhousie, and was the …
CARL’s Portage announces the launch of DMP Assistant
October 21, 2015
CARL’s Portage announces the launch of DMP Assistant, a new bilingual data management planning tool
The IdeaLab – A Kickstarter Project from the Calgary Public Library Foundation
October 19, 2015
The Calgary Public Library Foundation has just launched an innovative project to support public libraries.
Call for Nominations: Library Journal Movers & Shakers 2016
October 18, 2015
From librarians to vendors to others who work in the library field, Movers and Shakers 2016 will celebrate the new professionals who are moving our libraries ahead.
Dalhousie University partners with Library and Archives Canada
October 16, 2015
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and Dalhousie University will collaborate in several key areas to share expertise, knowledge, research practices, technological developments as well as proactively facilitating outreach to promote Canadian documentary heritage.
Consultation: Toward a Federation of Library Associations in Canada
October 15, 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).
Canada’s Archives—A New Blueprint
October 14, 2015
As you know, over the past year the Canadian Archival System Working Group has been drafting a new strategy for Canada’s archives. Now is your opportunity to participate in setting priorities for the community as we move forward together.
IFLA: Responding – Public Libraries and Refugees
October 12, 2015
Examples and stories of the role public libraries are playing in the refugee crisis, particularly in Europe.
Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2016
October 10, 2015
The top 10 technology trends that will be strategic for most organizations in 2016 from Gartner.
Party Responses: The 2015 Election Campaign and Archives
October 10, 2015
Responses the Canadian Council of Archives has received from the major Canadian political parties across Canada regarding the CCA’s 2015 Federal Election Questions.
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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