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Erik Kwakkel Appointed New Director of UBC iSchool

April 13, 2020

Dr. Erik Kwakkel will be the new Director of the School of Information (iSchool) at the University of British Columbia.


IFLA 2020 Cancelled

April 9, 2020

The IFLA Governing Board and Irish National Committee have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 World Library and Information Congress (WLIC).


BC Government Invests $3 million in Public Libraries to Enhance Digital Services

April 9, 2020

Part of these funds, $1.8 million, will be allocated through the BC Libraries Co-operative to support electronic resource licensing and help expand online common collections for all B.C. public libraries. The additional $1.2 million will be distributed directly to libraries.


Message from Library and Archives Canada (LAC) About Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Policies Directory

April 1, 2020

Library and Archives Canada would like to inform the library community that information related to ILL policies listed in Symbols and Interlibrary Loan Policies in Canada may not apply at the moment.



Special Libraries Association (SLA) Urges Employers to Retain Librarians and Information Professionals

March 27, 2020

SLA is calling on employers to plan for the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic and both retain librarians and information professionals as employees and include them in post-pandemic plans.


Statistics Canada Launches Culture Statistics Portal

March 17, 2020

This portal brings together data on the arts, culture, heritage and sports sectors and presents the information in a single interactive website.


ACA: “It’s Time to Close the Archives”

March 16, 2020

The Association of Canadian Archivists (ACA) today issued a call to temporarily close all public archives, museums, local history rooms, and historical sites as a proactive measure.


CFLA National Forum and Manitoba Libraries Conference Cancelled

March 13, 2020

The Canadian Federation of Library Association and the Manitoba Library Association have made the decision to cancel the upcoming National Forum and Manitoba Libraries Conference, April 6-8 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.


Information about the CFLA National Forum and Manitoba Libraries Conference related to COVID-19

March 11, 2020

This message has been prepared for those attending the Manitoba Libraries Conference and the CFLA-FCAB National Forum April 6-8, 2020 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Regarding COVID-19.


Saskatchewan Budget Cuts to Libraries

April 8, 2017

On 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, 2016

Our 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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2015

The 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 comment

Librarianship.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, 2015

An 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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National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
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!

The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information  Professionals
The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information Professionals
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.

The Brutalist: Canadian Libraries Edition
The Brutalist: Canadian Libraries Edition
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.

In Memoriam 2024
In Memoriam 2024
February 3, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

Recognizing and remembering those members of the Canadian librarianship community who died in 2024.

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas…
On the Twelfth Day of Christmas…
January 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

Librarianship.ca’s take on the 12 Days of Christmas


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