Call for Applications: Canadian Advisory Committee for Memory of the World
March 17, 2019
The Canadian Commission for UNESCO is recruiting two new members for the Canadian Advisory Committee for Memory of the World for a two-year term of mandate.
Appel à candidatures : Comité consultatif canadien de la Mémoire du monde
March 17, 2019
La Commission canadienne pour l’UNESCO recrute deux membres pour le Comité consultatif canadien de la Mémoire du monde pour un mandat de deux ans.
Call for Applications: Manitoba Library Association (MLA) Scholarships
March 17, 2019
Are you currently enrolled in a graduate level program in library and information sciences? Have you heard about the Manitoba Library Association (MLA) Scholarships? Consider applying today!
New Issue of Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Available
March 15, 2019
Vol 14, No 1 (2019)
Call for Proposals: New Librarians Symposium 4.0
March 12, 2019
The theme of this year’s New Librarian Symposium is The Act of Doing Librarianship.
Manitoba’s Culture Policy and Action Plan Released
March 12, 2019
Manitoba government plans to “review the public library funding model and realign provincial funding to develop a strong and sustainable public library sector.”
Congratulations to the 2019 Canadian Library Journal Movers & Shakers!
March 8, 2019
Congratulations to members of the Canadian library community being recognized this year as Movers and Shakers by Library Journal for providing inspiration and model programs for others.
New Issue of IFLA Journal Available (Theme: Libraries in Times of Crisis)
March 4, 2019
These papers document the resilience of the institution of libraries amidst difficult social conditions. At the same time, they provide compelling evidence of the role of transnational collaboration within the development of library systems coping with circumstances that challenge the ability to maintain collections, preserve cultural heritage, and make information accessible.
Invitation to the Chemistry Librarians’ Workshop 2019
February 28, 2019
The workshop’s theme this year is Pedagogy in Chemistry: how do we, as librarians, teach information literacy, use of chemistry resources, deal with open access/data and all that other neat stuff!
Save the Date! 2019 Summit on the Value of Galleries, Libraries, Archives and Museums (GLAM)
February 22, 2019
In May, the Ottawa Declaration Working Group, in collaboration with Library and Archives Canada, the Canadian Museums Association, and Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec, will host the third Summit on the Value of Galleries, Libraries, Archives and Museums (GLAM).
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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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!
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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.
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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.
February 3, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Recognizing and remembering those members of the Canadian librarianship community who died in 2024.
January 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Librarianship.ca’s take on the 12 Days of Christmas