Draft IFLA Guidelines for Library Services to Displaced Populations Available for Comment
July 4, 2021
The deadline for comments is July 20.
Summer Issue of YAACING Available
July 3, 2021
YAACING is the quarterly newsletter of the Young Adults And Children’s Services section of the British Columbia Library Association.
Rina Hadziev Joins British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) as Executive Director
June 24, 2021
The British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) today announced the appointment of Rina Hadziev as its next Executive Director starting on July 19, 2021.
Library and Archives Canada Launches Bursary to Support Diversity in Canada’s Libraries and Archives
June 23, 2021
LAC will award up to $10,000 per funding cycle: $5,000 per selected student registered in full-time studies and $2,500 per selected student registered in part-time studies at Canadian colleges or universities for the 2021–2022 academic year, in a program that leads to a career in libraries or archives
Statement from the Librarian and Archivist of Canada on Biographies and other historical content on LAC’s website
June 18, 2021
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) yesterday released a statement from Leslie Weir, Librarian and Archivist of Canada, addressing the biographies and other historical content on the LAC website, including pages about prime ministers of Canada.
ALA Releases Draft Revised Core Competences of Librarianship for Feedback
June 17, 2021
The draft document is the first iteration of the ALACCs which intentionally incorporates the concepts of social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion both throughout the competences and in a separate competence.
Community History Web Archiving Program Launches in Canada
June 16, 2021
The deadline for applications is August 2, 2021.
Amy Buckland Appointed Assistant Deputy Minister, Collections at Library and Archives Canada
June 16, 2021
Amy Buckland will join Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and start her new role on August 16.
Call for Participants: 80 Years and Beyond: A Virtual Symposium on Canadian Comics
June 16, 2021
80 Years and Beyond is a two-day virtual symposium that will bring together scholars, creators, publishers, retailers, collectors, and fans for a series of focused conversations about the past, present, and future of comics and cartooning in Canada.
Stanley Cup Playoffs 2021 (Second Round): Public Library Edition
June 5, 2021
The Second Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs has begun and the rivalry between public libraries continues!
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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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