Recent Library of Parliament Research Publications (September 2018)
September 30, 2018
The Library of Parliament has released a number of research publications on topics of interest to the library and IM community, including: Digital currencies, Net Neutrality
Recent Coverage of Artificial Intelligence in Canada
September 30, 2018
Over the last two weeks, IT World Canada has published a number of articles about artificial intelligence in Canada.
CFLA Releases Position Statement on Modernizing Crown Copyright
September 28, 2018
CFLA-FCAB recommends that Parliament eliminate Crown copyright on all publicly accessible government works or make those works openly licensed by default (e.g., using a Creative Commons licence).
Talia Chung Appointed uOttawa’s University Librarian and Vice-Provost (Knowledge Systems)
September 20, 2018
Talia Chung has over twenty years’ experience in the library sector and is currently the Associate University Librarian, Research Services at the University of Ottawa Library.
Canadian Heritage Committee Releases Report on State of Canadian Museums
September 19, 2018
The Committee makes 15 recommendations to the Department of Canadian Heritage in the areas of: funding, policy, training and development, infrastructure, Truth and Reconciliation, and collaboration within the museum sector.
New and Upcoming LIS Publications by Canadian Authors
September 16, 2018
ALA Editions and Facet Publishing have several new and upcoming titles written or edited by members of the Canadian library and information management community.
Temporary Library Assistant Opportunity at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
September 16, 2018
The deadline for applications is September 21, 2018.
NNELS is hiring!
September 12, 2018
The National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS) is staffing multiple positions to support a series of special projects funded by the Government of Canada’s Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability Component (SDPP-D).
GLAM Sector Submissions on Copyright Act Review
September 9, 2018
Recommendations in similar areas of interest: Copyright override, Crown Copyright, Fair dealing, Indigenous Knowledge, Orphan works, Technological Protection Measures (TPM), and Term Extentions.
CFLA Submission to 2019 Pre-Budget Consultations
September 9, 2018
Calls on federal government to invest in library infrastructure, accessible formats for Canadians with perceptual disabilities, Library Materials Service, and indigenous education in library services.
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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