New issue of Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS) published
August 7, 2025
The Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS/RCSIB) is an open access, refereed, scholarly periodical published by Western Libraries on behalf of the Canadian Association for Information Science.
New issue of Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (2025) published
August 5, 2025
Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (ELIP) is an open access, peer-reviewed journal managed by students in the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program at Western University.
IFLA Selects Busan, South Korea to Host the 2026 World Library and Information Congress
July 22, 2025
Busan will host IFLA’s flagship event from August 10 to 13, 2026.
Amy Furness appointed Chief Librarian of Victoria University
July 8, 2025
“Amy Furness is a respected scholar and educator, with an impressive publication and presentation record, and focus on student mentorship.”
Moe Hosseini-Ara appointed Toronto City Librarian
June 24, 2025
The Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board today announced the appointment of Moe Hosseini-Ara as its new City Librarian, effective September 1, 2025. He succeeds Vickery Bowles, who has served as City Librarian since 2015.
Congratulations to the 2025 BCLA Award Winners!
June 20, 2025
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025 British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) awards!
Digital Inclusion Projects in Libraries: Video Showcase
June 10, 2025
These short videos highlight how libraries are bridging the digital divide, empowering their communities, and advancing digital equity.
Legislative Library of BC opening up archival records for research
June 9, 2025
The library’s archival collectionconsists of private records of Former Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in BC.
Céline de Dianous nommée directrice générale de la Fédération des milieux documentaires (FMD)
June 5, 2025
The Fédération des milieux documentaires (FMD) announced the appointment of Céline de Dianous as its new executive director (directrice générale) effective June 4, 2025.
Pam McKenzie receives 2025 ASIS&T Research in Information Science Award
June 3, 2025
“Pam McKenzie is a scholar’s scholar and a teacher’s teacher. She has long been a leading light in studying what information is to us, how we find it, how we use it, how we integrate it in our everyday lives and our systems and institutions. Pam has guided so many graduate students and so many young colleagues at Western and beyond.”
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).
Blog posts
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
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.