Research and Survey Opportunity: Temporary Caregivers and the Children in their Care: Fostering an Engaging and Supportive Library Environment
March 12, 2021
Could you spare 10 minutes to answer a survey and help us learn more about how public libraries can support temporary caregivers and the child(ren) in their care?
True North Science Boot Camp – Save the Date and Early Registration
March 3, 2021
The theme of the 2021 True North Science Boot Camp is Re-imagining Undergraduate Research.
Concordia University Library Research Forum registration now open!
March 2, 2021
The Concordia University Library Research Forum will take place over two days, from 1:00 – 4:30 pm on Tuesday April 27th and Wednesday April 28th, 2021.
Open Dialogue: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Canada
February 26, 2021
These workshops will inform recommendations to the Government of Canada on how to boost public awareness of and foster trust in AI. The conversations will be grounded in an understanding of the technology, its potential uses, and its associated risks.
For its Vision 2030 Project: Library and Archives Canada wants your input
February 22, 2021
With Vision 2030, LAC will define where it wants to go, what it wishes to achieve, and how it will do so.
IJIDI Special Issue on Diversity, Recordkeeping and Archivy
February 21, 2021
The latest edition of the International Journal of Information, Diversity and Inclusion (IJIDI) is a theme issue on Diversity, Recordkeeping and Archivy.
Shelagh Neary Mikulak Memorial Scholarship – Online Applications Open
February 17, 2021
Students must be:
Enrolled in a MLIS or LIT program, Certificate Program, Undergraduate or Graduate degree who demonstrates a passion for the library sciences field.
In any year of study at a Canadian post-secondary.
Able to demonstrate financial need.
Survey On Impacts of Copyright Term Extension on Libraries
February 12, 2021
CFLA’s Copyright Committee Term Extension Working Group is looking for data and stories about how copyright extension might impact libraries.
CFLA Updates: AGM, New Board of Directors
February 12, 2021
Todd Kyle selected as Chair of the CFLA Board of Directors; Kirk MacLeod (Vice-Chair); Mary Chevreau (Treasurer); Vivian Lewis (Member at Large)
Call for Participation: National Survey of French Language Collection Development in Public Libraries in Minority Language Settings
February 12, 2021
This survey is open until March 31st, 2021.
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 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
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!