Call for participation: Patron-Perpetrated Sexual Harassment in Libraries Survey
September 22, 2020
You are being invited to participate in this survey because we want to collect a wide range of perspectives on this issue from persons working across all sectors of the library, in a variety of roles, and who have a variety of experiences.
No New Laws Required To Hold Social Media Accountable For Illegal Content
September 21, 2020
In a research report released today, Friends of Canadian Broadcasting argues that “in the eyes of Canadian law, social media companies like Facebook and YouTube are arguably publishers, opening the platforms to legal liability for user-generated content.”
Call for Submissions: Association of Canadian Archivists (ACA) 2021 Virtual Conference
September 19, 2020
Theme: Home Improvement: Building archives through change
RIP Ernie Ingles
September 18, 2020 4 comments
Ernest Boyce (“Ernie”) Ingles, BA, MA, MLS, FRSC departed this life in Edmonton on Thursday, September 17, 2020, in his 71st year.
CARL Releases Updated Version of Competencies for Librarians in Canadian Research Libraries
September 18, 2020
The renewed Competencies for Librarians in Canadian Research Libraries document has been developed to assist with personal and organizational goal setting while providing a context for recruitment and professional development.
New Issue of Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Available
September 17, 2020
Vol 15, No 3 (2020)
Revised Draft Cataloguing Code of Ethics Open for Comments
September 16, 2020
The revised document is open for comments until October 7, 2020.
Kimberley Foundation Announces Recipients of the Pandemic Flash Fund for Small Libraries
September 15, 2020
Congratulations to the libraries receiving grants to serve their communities during the COVID 19 pandemic!
Towards a National Shared Print Collection Network
September 15, 2020
The Canadian Collective Print Strategy Working Group (CCPSWG) today released its final report with recommendations for the succesful establishment of a national shared print network in Canada.
Library Community Submissions to 2021 Pre-Budget Consultations
September 14, 2020
National library organizations call for federal support for broadband connectivity, access to e-content, municipal funding, library support for vulnerable populations, accessible reading material, and Canadian publishers and booksellers.
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 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.