Call for Participation in Survey about Librarians and Artificial Intelligence
May 14, 2025
This survey seeks to ascertain how North American librarians perceive and engage with artificial intelligence.
Appel à candidatures : Rédactrice.teur français de la Revue canadienne de bibliothéconomie universitaire
May 12, 2025
Cette opportunité intéressera les bibliothécaires bilingues qui souhaitent acquérir une expérience pratique du côté de la publication de la communication savante.
APLA Letter to New Brunswick Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development on school library cuts
May 8, 2025
“We are writing to express our concern about the cuts to school library staff in New Brunswick’s Anglophone School District West. It is disheartening to imagine school libraries trying to be run without trained library staff.”
Lettre de l’APLA au ministre de l’Éducation et du Développement de la petite enfance du Nouveau-Brunswick concernant les coupes budgétaires dans les bibliothèques scolaires
May 8, 2025
« Nous vous écrivons pour partager notre inquiétude au sujet des réductions de personnel dans les bibliothèques scolaires du District scolaire anglophone Ouest du Nouveau-Brunswick. C’est décourageant d’envisager que les bibliothèques scolaires tenteront de fonctionner sans personnel qualifié. »
Margaret Law joins the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) as Interim Executive Director
May 6, 2025
Margaret began her term role as Executive Director of CFLA-FCAB on May 1, 2025. She will be working with the Board and stakeholders to implement recommendations from the CFLA’s recent Organizational and Governance Reviews.
Congratulations to the Canadians Elected to IFLA Boards and Committees!
May 5, 2025
IFLA, the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, today released the results of elections for positions on its Governing Board, Regional Division Committees, Section Committees, and Special Interest Group Committees.
Ben Hyman Appointed Chief Librarian & CEO of Vancouver Public Library
April 23, 2025
Hyman succeeds Christina de Castell, who departed VPL earlier this year after seven years as the Library’s CEO.
Super Conference Callback: Revisit the best of Super Conference 2025
April 23, 2025
In the “Super Conference Callback” series, OLA invites a curated selection of presenters to replicate or reimagine their in-person conference session in the form of a webinar as part of its summer programming.
IDEAS for a Better Canada: Can libraries help remind Canadians what democracy is all about?
April 22, 2025
Ideas host Nahlah Ayed speaks with authors, librarians and residents of Burlington, Ont., about intellectual freedom and access to information. Together they examine the importance of thought and expression, and explore how Burlington Public Library navigates the complaint process in a democratic way.
Amanda Etches appointed University Librarian, Guelph University
April 21, 2025
Prior to this appointment, Amanda Etches served as interim university librarian, associate university librarian, research, and head, discovery and access at the McLaughlin Library.
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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January 1, 2026 by Librarianship.ca
Congratulations to members of the Canadian librarianship community recognized in 2025 for their contributions to the profession and to Canada!
December 23, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
Did a librarian stereotype and a Hollywood movie stereotype find true love this holiday season? Find out who the winner of the contest is!
November 21, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
‘Tis the season of Hallmark Christmas-style movies and Librarianship.ca wants you explore your creative side and come up with a tale fitting for an information professional!
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.