Survey about Born-Digital Collections in Canadian Archives
November 18, 2020
The purpose of this study is to assess the current state of digital holdings in Canadian and international archives and cultural institutions.
Call for Proposals for the 2021 BC Library Conference
November 14, 2020
The Call for Proposals for the 2021 BC Library Conference is open until December 31st, 2020.
Guy Berthiaume, Victoria Owen Recognized for Contributions to International Librarianship
November 9, 2020
Congratulations to Guy Berthiaume and to Victoria Owen on being recognized by IFLA for their contributions to international librarianship.
New issue of Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (2020) published
November 9, 2020
Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (ELIP) is an open access, peer-reviewed journal managed by students in the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program at Western University.
Call for Nominations: Library Journal Movers & Shakers 2020
October 26, 2020
The editors of Library Journal need your help in identifying the emerging leaders in the library world, individuals who are innovative, creative, and making a difference.
Fluevog Shoes and Canadian Librarians—Introducing Florence
October 23, 2020 8 comments
With smart leather uppers and playful custom ribbon laces, The Florence pays tribute to Marianne Florence Scott, a Canadian librarian and educator who made history when she became the third ever and first female National Librarian of Canada!
Major Canadian Public Libraries Support ReadersFirst eLending Position Paper
October 6, 2020
Members of the Canadian Urban Libraries Council (CULC) endorsed the eLending Position Paper developed by ReadersFirst, an organization representing almost 300 libraries, including 36 in Canada.
National Library Associations Speak Out on Tech Industry Censorship and Access to Government Information
October 4, 2020
Over the last two weeks, Canada’s national voices for the library community issued statements on access to government information and censorship by the tech industry.
Call for Proposals: Virtual Government Information Day 2020: coast to coast!
October 4, 2020
Proposal deadline: Thursday, October 22, 2020
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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‘Tis the season of Hallmark Christmas-style movies and Librarianship.ca wants you explore your creative side and come up with a tale fitting for an information professional!
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The heart and strength of libraries are the library workers. Without them, libraries cannot function. Libraries rely on their staff to provide service to their communities and to help their libraries and communities grow.
August 25, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
October is Canadian Library Month, an opportunity to raise awareness of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives. CLM also includes First Nations Public Library Week, Ontario Public Library Week, la Semaine des bibliothèques publiques du Québec, and Saskatchewan Library Week.
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MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University