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)
Draft Cataloguing Code of Ethics Open for Comments
June 12, 2020
The document is open for comments until August 1, 2020.
Manitoba Public Libraries and COVID-19
June 2, 2020
The Manitoba Library Association today released the results of survey conducted in collaboration with Public Library Services Branch to gather information about how public libraries operations have been affected by the pandemic response.
Implementing the Marrakesh Treaty for Persons with Print Disabilities: A Guide for Canadian Librarians
June 1, 2020
Originally published by IFLA in 2018, the Canadian version is customized to Canada’s copyright law and informs library staff on the practical steps to improving access to works, and sourcing works from other libraries around the world.
Kimberley Foundation Announces Recipients of the Pat Morris Communities Matter Grant
May 27, 2020
Congratulations to the recipients of the grants to support acquisitions, programming, and outreach activities!
Congratulations to the Winners of the 2019 TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards!
May 19, 2020 2 comments
The awards recognize the most innovative and effective TD Summer Reading Club programs in each official language in public libraries across Canada.
Libraries and Museums Contribute Billions to Canadian Economy & Society Well-Being: Study on Value of GLAMs
May 15, 2020
“For every dollar invested in these non-profit institutions, society gets nearly four dollars in benefits — a return that is on par with government investments in transportation infrastructure projects.”
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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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.
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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.
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