New issue of Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS) published
April 1, 2025
The Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS/RCSIB) is an open access, refereed, scholarly periodical published by Western Libraries on behalf of the Canadian Association for Information Science.
Call for Applications: 2024 Visible Minority Librarians of Canada (ViMLoC) Mentorship Program
March 30, 2025
The Visible Minority Librarians of Canada (ViMLoC) Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for the 2025 session!
CFLA releases 2025 Federal Election Advocacy Toolkit
March 28, 2025
CFLA, in partnership with their government relations firm (Impact Public Affairs), has released several elections-related documents, including guides for meeting candidates and a fact sheet on the importance of libraries to the social infrastructure.
CULC, CFLA, CARL respond to proposed 25% tariff on library materials
March 28, 2025
If implemented, the 25% tariff would have a devastating effect on the purchasing power of libraries across Canada.
Special Libraries Association (SLA) announces dissolution
March 26, 2025
The Special Libraries Association (SLA) has announced it will begin a dissolution process after 116 years of service to the profession.
Are you an academic librarian who regularly engages in an art practice?
March 25, 2025
We want to learn how many Canadian academic librarians have a committed art practice and how their work and their art practice complement each other.
Êtes-vous un bibliothécaire académique qui pratique régulièrement une activité artistique ?
March 25, 2025
Nous souhaitons savoir combien de bibliothécaires académiques canadiens ont une pratique artistique engagée et comment leur travail et leur art se complètent.
Federal funding announced for library infrastructure projects
March 22, 2025
The Government of Canada this week announced support under the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program for 70 projects, including three library infrastructure projects.
Update on the Hudson’s Bay Company and the Hudson’s Bay Company Archives
March 21, 2025 3 comments
An update from the Archives of Manitoba on funding for and future of the Hudson’s Bay Company Archives.
New Issue of Pathfinder Published
March 9, 2025
Pathfinder is a student-led, open access journal dedicated to promoting the scholarly work of students and early career information professionals from across Canada.
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).
Blog posts
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
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!