Library Community Response to Consultation on Copyright and Online Intermediaries
June 3, 2021
CFLA this week released a joint response, with CARL and CULC, to the Government of Canada’s Consultation on a Modern Copyright Framework for Online Intermediaries.
IFLA Announces Election Results for Regional Division Committee for North America
June 1, 2021
Congratulations to the members of the Canadian library community elected to the new IFLA Regional Division Committee for North America!
Career Opportunity: Manager, Library Services / Director of Library Services
June 1, 2021
Justice Canada and the Courts Administration Service are looking to fill the following positions: Manager, Library Services / Director of Library Services.
May 31 – OCADU Digital Day of Action
May 29, 2021
On Monday, May 31, 2021, starting at 8:30 am, the post-secondary sector across Ontario and Canada will hold a digital day of action to support the four librarians who have been terminated by OCADU Administration.
Survey for Library Staff on Accessibility in Canadian Public Libraries
May 26, 2021
This survey is part of a collaborative project, funded by the Government of Canada, co-led by NNELS and CELA, in partnership with eBOUND, to create a consolidated nation-wide Library Resource Centre (website) focusing on awareness and training for library staff on understanding the importance of accessibility in public libraries.
CFLA Copyright Committee Update (May 2021)
May 25, 2021
An update on the current activities of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) Copyright Committee
Canadian Association for Information Science (CAIS) Conference Update
May 25, 2021
Theme: Northern Relations: Connecting the Unexpected and Overlooked to Information Science
Stanley Cup Playoffs 2021 (First Round): Public Library Edition
May 22, 2021
The Stanley Cup Playoffs have begun and the rivalry between public libraries is heating up!
Call for Proposals: ALC (The Jasper Conference) 2022
May 20, 2021
The ALC (The Jasper Conference) 2022 takes place in Jasper, AB from April 28 to May 1, 2022.
Privacy and COVID-19 Vaccine Passports
May 19, 2021
“Vaccine passports must be developed and implemented in compliance with applicable privacy laws. They should also incorporate privacy best practices in order to achieve the highest level of privacy protection commensurate with the sensitivity of the personal health information that will be collected, used or disclosed.”
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