On Diversity: A Survey of Canadian Readers 2021
August 3, 2021
86% of readers agree with the statement “Libraries should have more books by a greater variety of authors”, the same was true for a similar statement but focused on bookstores or retailers (85%), and on publishers (86%).
Call for Nominations: W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors
August 1, 2021
The deadline for this year’s award is September 30, 2021.
CFLA Intellectual Freedom Brief on Challenges to Irreversible Damage by Abigail Shrier
July 30, 2021
The brief highlights the responsibility of libraries support intellectual freedom and safeguard free expression while acknowleding that these conversations may have negative impacts on relationships with communities served by libraries.
Consultations on Addressing Harmful Content Online
July 29, 2021
The Government of Canada launched consultations on its proposed approach to make social media platforms and other online communications services more accountable and more transparent when it comes to combating harmful content online.
Update on Alberta Library Conference
July 27, 2021
The Library Association of Alberta (LAA) and the Alberta Library Trustee’s Association (ALTA) today announced the cancellation of the 2022 Alberta Library Conference.
Alma Matters: New Issues of iSchool Newsletters
July 25, 2021
New issues of Informed (uToronto iSchool) and Insights (UBC School of Information)
Consultations on Copyright for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT)
July 23, 2021
This consultation touches on a number of topics, including text and data mining, authorship and ownership of works created by AI, infringement and liability regarding AI, and repair and interoperability issues related to technological protection measures.
Invitation to Participate: Survey on Records Professionals’ Perceptions of Professional Identity
July 20, 2021
“Our research goal is to determine what beliefs and values records professionals share as a means of exploring professional identity. The findings of this research will help to build a body of knowledge that contributes to defining the global records profession and lay the foundation for further study perceptions of professional identity.”
ARLIS/NA Anti-Racism Task Force Survey
July 15, 2021
The survey will assess people’s experiences with personal and structural racism in ARLIS/NA.
National Heritage Digitization Strategy (NHDS) Strategic Planning Survey
July 14, 2021
The aim for the NHDS strategic planning process is to identify short-term and long-term projects and initiatives to be undertaken by the NHDS, understand community-driven priorities, and assist in shaping the organizational structure of NHDS going forward.
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