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CARL Report on Digital Preservation Capacity in Canadian Institutions

December 9, 2019

The purpose of the survey was to provide an updated and comprehensive picture of digital preservation activities in Canada and to identify existing gaps and outstanding needs at Canadian institutions.


Call for Proposals: Atlantic Provinces Library Association (APLA) 2020 Conference

December 9, 2019

Theme: Cross-pollinate. Cultivate. Change. / Brasser des idées. S’épanouir. Changer.


8Rs and Canada’s Public Libraries

December 8, 2019

The project aims to replicate key components of the original research among CULC libraries to assist the community to respond to human resource trends.


FOPL Receives Trillium Grant to Deliver Employment Information to Newcomers

December 4, 2019

The Federation of Ontario Public Libraries today announced that it received a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to test the feasibility of implementing an innovative model for delivering information services and resources about employment, skills development and financial literacy to under-served immigrant and refugee communities.


Offre d’emploi : Directeur exécutif, Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques

December 4, 2019

La FCAB cherche à pourvoir le poste de directeur général ou de directrice générale. Le ou la titulaire de ce poste a pour mandat d’assurer le leadership stratégique et administratif nécessaire à l’évolution et à la consolidation de la Fédération.


Career Opportunity: Executive Director, Canadian Federation of Library Associations

December 4, 2019

CFLA invites applications for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director will provide the strategic and administrative leadership to build and sustain the Federation.


Young Canada Works 2020 Campaign

November 26, 2019

The application deadline for the summer projects is January 15, 2020.


Library and Archives Canada (LAC) Launches Call for Applications for 2020-21 Funding for Small Libraries

November 26, 2019

Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is pleased to announce that its third application cycle for library subscription funding has begun.


Grey Cup 2019: Public Library Edition

November 24, 2019

In Grey Cup action outside Calgary and McMahon Stadium, the Hamilton Public Library takes on the Winnipeg Public Library.


Canadian Federation of Library Associations Update (October 2019)

November 24, 2019

CFLA Report of Activities – June 2019 to October 2019


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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