Registration open for Entrepreneurship and Libraries (EntreLib) Conference International 2022
October 26, 2022
The theme for the Entrelib International 2022 is Libraries Supporting Social Entrepreneurship Across the World.
Maddie Hare receives 2022 Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund
October 14, 2022
Dalhousie University’s School of Information Management today announced that Maddie Hare is the 2022 recipient of the Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund.
Invitation to Join the Centre for Free Expression (CFE) Library Challenges Database
October 6, 2022
The database will include challenges with respect to collection items, programs, displays, community use of space, internet use, or other services.
Invitation à participer à la Base de données des contestations de la bibliothèque du Centre pour la liberté d’expression (CLE)
October 6, 2022
La base de données comprendra des contestations à propos d’articles recueillis, de programmes, d’affiches, de l’utilisation communautaire de l’espace et de l’utilisation d’Internet ou d’autres services.
Canadian Federation of Library Associations Update (Fall 2022)
October 6, 2022
An update on the current activities of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA)
CFLA Calls for the Release of all Outstanding Residential School Records
September 29, 2022
The Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) today issued a statement calling for the release of all outstanding residential school records held by the Catholic Church and various levels of government.
Majority of Canadians get their news from mainstream sources, poll shows
September 28, 2022
The study found that of those Canadians who consult the news daily, their top news sources in ranked order are: a regular newscast on a TV station for either evening or late broadcast (45%), followed by a newspaper website (29%), a TV news website (29%), a TV station dedicated to only business news and information (29%), social media sites like Facebook or Instagram (26%), and radio news broadcasts (24%).
National Japanese Canadian Digitization Strategy
September 23, 2022
The goal of this strategy is to increase the preservation and access of records created by and about Japanese Canadians. Digitization is a time-consuming process. This strategy is a tool to help users prioritize digitization projects
CFLA Copyright Committee Update (September 2022)
September 23, 2022
An update on the current activities of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) Copyright Committee
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
March 2, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
While Hollywood may get GLAM-med up for the 97th Academy Awards, members of the Canadian library community hoping for cameos in one Best Picture nominee by their favourite (or least favourite) library building may be disappointed.
February 3, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Recognizing and remembering those members of the Canadian librarianship community who died in 2024.
January 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Librarianship.ca’s take on the 12 Days of Christmas
January 1, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Congratulations to members of the Canadian librarianship community who were recognized in 2024 for their contributions to the profession and to Canadian society!
December 13, 2024 by Librarianship.ca
Will a librarian stereotype and a Hollywood movie stereotype find true love this holiday season?