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
Government of Canada Releases 2022-24 National Action Plan on Open Government
September 23, 2022
The 2022–24 National Action Plan includes commitments and milestones to make the Government of Canada more open, transparent and accountable to those it serves.
Call for Proposals — Canadian Journal of Academic Librarianship: Special Issue on The place of teaching in academic librarians’ work
September 21, 2022
The Canadian Journal of Academic Librarianship (CJAL) invites submissions to our special issue on The place of teaching academic librarians’ work.
Appel à propositions — Numéro thématique de la Revue canadienne de bibliothéconomie universitaire : La place de l’enseignement dans le travail des bibliothécaires universitaires
September 21, 2022
La Revue canadienne de bibliothéconomie universitaire (Rcbu) invite les contributions à son numéro spécial sur La place de l’enseignement dans le travail des bibliothécaires universitaires.
Exploration of the Impact of Canada’s Information Management Regime on First Nations Data Sovereignty
August 30, 2022
The discussion paper from the First Nations Information Governance Centre explores the conflicts between the current Canadian information management regime and First Nations data sovereignty and offers suggestions for further exploration that may offer short‑term and long‑term improvements of the system.
Cultural Proficiencies for Racial Equity: A Framework Released by ALA, ARL
August 27, 2022
The Cultural Proficiencies for Racial Equity Framework is a tool both theoretical and practical in its orientation, as a guide for developing personal, organizational, institutional, and systems-level knowledge and understanding of the nature of racism and its many manifestations.
Registration is Now Open for the 2022 CRKN Conference
August 16, 2022
Registration is now open for the 2022 Canadian Research Knowledge Network (CRKN) Conference: Strength in Community!
Les inscriptions sont maintenant ouvertes pour la conférence du RCDR 2022
August 16, 2022
Il est maintenant possible de s’inscrire à la Conférence du Réseau canadien de documentation pour la recherche (RCDR) 2022 : La force dans la communauté!
On Loan: Library Use in Canada 2021
August 9, 2022
BookNet Canada today released a new study that benchmarks library use in Canada by exploring the browsing, borrowing, and reading habits of Canadian library patrons.
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
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.
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