Access Conference 2018 – Register today!
September 5, 2018
October 10-12th 2018 in Hamilton, Ontario at the gorgeous Liuna Station, hosted by McMaster University.
Kids’ Overdues are Over at the Brampton Library
September 5, 2018 1 comment
The Brampton Library announced yesterday that most children’s materials will no longer incur overdue fines. “Supporting both and working toward barrier-free access for all, we are pleased to announce the removal …
IFLA Issues Statement on Fake News
September 3, 2018
Libraries have an institutional and ethical commitment to help users access reliable and authentic information. This role is as important as ever in an era when “fake news” is a seemingly growing phenomenon.
Canadian Federation of Library Associations Update (August 2018)
September 1, 2018
The executive director of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) has provided an overview of activities since May 2018.
IFLA to Live-stream Selected WLIC Sessions
August 20, 2018
IFLA will live-stream selected sessions of the 2018 World Library and Information Congress (WLIC).
Call for Papers: Association of Canadian Archivists (ACA) 2019 Conference
August 20, 2018
Theme: Let’s Start at the Beginning: Archival Origins
UBC iSchool Introduces Designing for People (DFP) Graduate Specialization
August 17, 2018
This is a new opportunity for students interested in the human-centred design of systems, human-computer interaction, interaction design, or related areas.
CFP: Southern Alberta Library Conference (SALC) 2019
August 13, 2018
Deadline for proposal submission is September 7th, 2018.
Promotional Materials Available for Canadian Library Month, Ontario & Saskatchewan Public Library Weeks
August 9, 2018
October is Canadian Library Month! During this month, libraries and library partners across Canada raise awareness of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives. CLM also includes Ontario Public Library Week and Saskatchewan Library Week.
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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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.
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Librarianship.ca’s take on the 12 Days of Christmas