New Issue of IFLA Journal Available
July 20, 2020
Special Issue: Information literacy: From practice to research and back again
ALA Releases Toolkit on Virtual Accessibility
July 7, 2020
ALA-ASGCLA published last month a new toolkit on Virtual Accessibility to support libraries offering live meetings and programs through online virtual platforms.
Rebecca Raven Appointed Executive Director of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA)
July 2, 2020
Rebecca Raven is the Principal at Blackbird Consulting and the former CEO of the Brampton Library.
BCLA Announces Recipients of 2020 Awards
July 2, 2020
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2020 British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) awards!
Looking Back on Recent Developments in Library Associations and Institutions in Canada
June 30, 2020 2 comments
The latest issue of Partnership: The Canadian Journal of Library and Information Practice and Research includes several articles on the recent history of library associations and organizations in Canada.
uAlberta School of Library and Information Studies MLIS Program Reaccredited to 2028
June 30, 2020
Congratulations to the uAlberta School of Library and Information Studies on the continued accreditation of its MLIS program!
Alma Matters: Changes in Leadership in LIS Schools
June 18, 2020
As the official end of the 2019-20 academic year approaches, a number of chairs and directors of Canada’s MLIS programs will be completing their terms.
Survey: The Academic Library and Truth & Reconciliation Initiatives
June 17, 2020
This survey is open until August 31, 2020.
Enquête : La bibliothèque universitaire et les initiatives de vérité et de réconciliation
June 17, 2020
Cette enquête est ouverte du 1er juin au 31 août 2020
New Issue of Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Available
June 16, 2020
Vol 15, No 2 (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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October 17, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
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.
August 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University
July 31, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University
April 27, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
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