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.
Appel à participation : Enquête nationale sur le développement des collections en français dans les bibliothèques publiques en situation linguistique minoritaire
February 12, 2021
Cette enquête est ouverte jusqu’au 31 mars 2021.
Consultation on the Implementation of CUSMA Extension to Canadian Copyright Terms
February 11, 2021
The Government of Canada today announced the launch a public consultation on how to implement a copyright term extension.
Greening Canada’s New National Library Building
February 8, 2021
The Government of Canada today announced enhancements to the joint Ottawa Public Library (OPL)–Library and Archives Canada (LAC) facility to meet the standards to be a net-zero carbon building.
Ontario News: Expanded Library Broadband, Consultations on Digital ID Program
February 6, 2021
The Government of Ontario this week made two announcements related to broadband for public libraries and consultations on digital identity
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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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.
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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.