Ontario Library Association (OLA) Releases Statement on School Boards Banning & Restricting Books
November 14, 2023 1 comment
The Ontario Library Association (OLA) is deeply concerned by the growing number of attempts to restrict access to books by some school boards.
Release of the Saskatchewan Indigenous Subject Headings
November 13, 2023
The goal of the Saskatchewan Indigenous Subject Headings (SK ISH) project was to work with Indigenous Peoples and groups to determine what terms are preferred and then translate those terms into subject headings to be used by libraries in the province.
CFLA Copyright Committee Update (October 2023)
October 30, 2023
An update on the current activities of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) Copyright Committee
Internet Archive Canada, Canadian Government Information Digital Preservation Network (CGI-DPN) Partner to Preserve Government Information
October 24, 2023
As a result of the collaboration between Internet Archive Canada and the CGI-DPN, during 2023-2024 the data cap for CGI-DPN will be doubled its current capacity.
Call for Survey Participation: Mobile/Offsite Public Library Services
October 20, 2023
The Ottawa Public Library is researching the types of mobile and/or offsite services that other public libraries are offering.
Government of Canada Launches Consultation on the Implications of Generative Artificial Intelligence for Copyright
October 12, 2023
The consultation will gather Canadians’ thoughts on generative AI tools and the implications for copyright holders to give consent and receive credit and compensation for the use of their works.
Call for Nominations: Library Journal Movers & Shakers 2024
October 12, 2023
The submission deadline for the Class of 2024 is October 23, 2023.
Call for Proposals: 2024 BC Library Conference
October 12, 2023
Deadline to submit proposals is Friday, November 17th, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST.
WILU 2024 – Call for Proposals
October 7, 2023
WILU 2024 invites you to think about how you can evolve and adapt to an ever-shifting landscape. How can you actively build the future, enrich the present, and embrace change?
BCLA Releases Update on Anti-Racism Work
October 6, 2023
The British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) shared an update on the Association’s anti-racism work, including a current state assessment report prepared with The Common Consulting.
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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