Dissolution of the Alberta Association of Library Technicians (AALT)
October 27, 2025
As of October 23rd, 2025, the Alberta Association of Library Technicians (AALT) has officially voted to dissolve as an association.
Laura Winton appointed Chief Executive Officer of St. Albert Public Library
October 24, 2025
The Board of Trustees of the St. Albert Public Library today announced the appointment of Laura Winton as the Library’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 2026. Winton succeeds Peter Bailey who retired at the end of August after 24 years of service, including 15 years as CEO.
IFLA Selects London, United Kingdom to Host the 2027 World Library and Information Congress
October 24, 2025
2027 will mark the 100th anniversary of IFLA’s founding at the Annual Meeting of the UK Library Association in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Aaron DeVries appointed CEO/Chief Librarian of St. Thomas Public Library
October 22, 2025
The St. Thomas Public Library Board announced the appointment of Aaron DeVries as CEO/Chief Librarian, effective January 1, 2026. He succeeds Heather Robinson who is retiring after a decade as the Library’s CEO.
CUPE releases 2025 BC Library Health & Safety Survey Report
October 21, 2025
The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) has released the results of a survey aimed to document the health and safety experiences of library workers in British Columbia.
Call for Participation: Former Student Librarian Work Experience Survey
October 7, 2025
We are conducting a study on librarians who completed their Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) or equivalent within the last six years and also who worked in an academic library during their time as an MLIS student.
Canadian Federation of Library Associations’ (CFLA) New Structure and Recent Accomplishments
October 3, 2025
CFLA has prepared two briefing notes: one note details the shift from standing committees, and the other briefing note outlines the activities that we are currently engaged in for the benefit of our members
Nouvelle structure et réalisations récentes de la Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (FCAB)
October 3, 2025
La FCAB a préparé deux notes d’information : une note détaille la transition des comités permanents, et l’autre présente les activités que nous menons actuellement au profit de nos membres.
Call for Nominations: W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors
October 3, 2025
Completed applications must be submitted by November 6, 2025.
Kelti McGloin receives 2025 Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund
October 1, 2025
Dalhousie University’s Department of Information Science today announced that Kelti McGloin, a Master of Information/Juris Doctor (MI/JD) student, is the 2025 recipient of the Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund.
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 17, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
The heart and strength of libraries are the library workers. Without them, libraries cannot function. Libraries rely on their staff to provide service to their communities and to help their libraries and communities grow.
August 25, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
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.
August 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University
July 31, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University
April 27, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
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