Call for Proposals: 2025 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference
October 16, 2024
The theme for this year’s conference is “Grow with Your Library” which acknowledges the many ways libraries encourage a “growth mindset” by promoting personal development as learners, leaders, and community builders.
Call for Proposals: 2025 BC Library Conference
October 16, 2024
The 2025 BC Library Conference will take place May 7-9 at the Vancouver Island Convention Centre in Nanaimo, on the territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.
Call for Proposals: International Indigenous Librarians’ Forum (IILF) 2025 Toronto
October 13, 2024
Forum Theme: Gdoo-naaganinaa (Our Dish)/Sewatokwà:tshera (Dish with One Spoon)
Help LAA Shape its Future: Library Workers and the Sector’s Needs Questionnaire
October 11, 2024
The Library Association of Alberta (LAA) is working on a new strategic direction – a bold path forward for the Alberta library community.
CFLA Governance Review: Update
October 8, 2024
The CFLA recently shared an update with its stakeholders on work underway to implement changes to its governance structures and processes following a series of consulations earlier in 2024.
Carolyn Smith receives 2024 Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund
October 7, 2024
Dalhousie University’s Department of Information Science today announced that Carolyn Smith, a second-year Master of Information (MI) student, is the 2024 recipient of the Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund.
Request for Proposal: Manitoba Libraries Needs Assessment
October 7, 2024
The Manitoba Library Consortium Inc. seeks a consultant to engage Manitoba libraries in a needs assessment and cross jurisdictional analysis, and to propose viable opportunities for the board and membership to consider.
CFLA Releases Statement on Libraries and the Intellectual Freedom of Children & Youth
October 6, 2024
The Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) recently published a statement on the intellectual freedom of children and youth.
La FCAB publie une déclaration sur les bibliothèques et la liberté intellectuelle des enfants et des jeunes
October 6, 2024
La Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (FCAB) a récemment publié une déclaration sur sur les bibliothèques et la liberté intellectuelle des enfants et des jeunes.
McGill University opens new Centre for storage, preservation, and retrieval of library collections
October 5, 2024
McGill University this week held the official opening of the McGill University Collections Centre, a new 4,200 square metre state-of-the-art facility for the storage, preservation, and retrieval of library collections.
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).
Blog posts
April 27, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
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!
April 15, 2025 by Rachel Manes and Madeleine McGregor
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.
March 2, 2025 by Librarianship.ca
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