Government of Canada Launches Connectivity Strategy
June 27, 2019
The Strategy is the Government’s plan to ensure that all Canadians have access to affordable, reliable, high-speed Internet, no matter where they live.
Survey on Empathy in Libraries
June 24, 2019
The purpose of the research is to gather perspective on what libraries can do, or already do, regarding fostering the development of empathy in libraries for library staff and for patrons.
Canadian Federation of Library Associations Update (May 2019)
June 18, 2019
CFLA Report of Activities – March 1, 2019 to April 30, 2019
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) Reveals Design of New Preservation Facility
June 18, 2019
When the new facility opens in 2022, it will be the first “net-zero carbon” facility dedicated to archival preservation in the Americas.
New Issue of Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Available
June 16, 2019
Vol 14, No 2 (2019)
Public Libraries Recognized for Innovative TD Summer Reading Club Programs
June 15, 2019
Since 2007, these awards have recognized and rewarded the most innovative and effective TD Summer Reading Club programs in each official language in public libraries across Canada.
Canadian Library Associations React to Copyright Act Review Committee Report
June 14, 2019
CARL and CFLA issued statements this week applauding and commending the House of Commons Copyright Act Review Committee for its thorough analysis and balanced recommendations.
National Heritage Digitization Strategy (NHDS): Spring Update
June 13, 2019
The National Heritage Digitization Strategy (NHDS) Steering Committee shared an update on its work this week.
Call for Artist Residency: Library and Archives Canada + Archive/Counter-Archive
June 10, 2019
A unique experience to engage with audiovisual archival materials. Timeline: 3 months in Fall 2019 (Sept 15th – Dec 15th) Location: Library and Archives of Canada, Ottawa Ontario Canada Support: …
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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