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Canada’s True North Science Boot Camp (TNSBC) – Call for 2019 Proposals

March 19, 2018

TNSBC helps to provide librarians with context and terminologies of science disciplines that will enable them to better engage with their faculty to provide research services.



National Heritage Digitization Strategy: Update (March 2018)

March 14, 2018

The National Heritage Digitization Strategy (NHDS) Steering Committee shared an update on its work this week.


Hamilton Public Library Receives the W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors

March 12, 2018

The Ex Libris Association last week announced that the the Hamilton Public Library is the recipient of the 2017 W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors. The Mount Sinai Hospital received …


CFLA Statement on the Signing of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership

March 9, 2018

“This new agreement does not contain the copyright and content restrictions that had been pushed heavily by the U.S., which is good news for Canadians.”


CMEC Copyright Consortium Policy Statement on Fair Dealing

March 7, 2018

The Statement underlines the provincial and territorial education ministers’ support for teachers’ and students’ use of the fair dealing provision in the Copyright Act for classroom learning.


WILU 2018 – Registration is open

March 7, 2018

Early bird registration is available until April 27th.


Call for Applications: World Heritage Young Professionals Forum 2018

March 6, 2018

Are you a new professional between 23 to 30 with at least one year experience in the field of Cultural or Natural heritage? Apply by March 31 to be one of 30 participants selected to take part in the World Heritage Young Professionals Forum in Bahrain!


Ethical and Social Dimensions of AI (Updated)

March 5, 2018

A series of analyses of the ethical and social issues associated with AI and deep learning, including its impact on areas such as cybersecurity, journalism, justice, health care, urban planning and transit.



Saskatchewan Budget Cuts to Libraries

April 8, 2017

On 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, 2016

Our 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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2016

Librarianship.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, 2015

The 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 comment

Librarianship.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, 2015

An 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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Promotional materials available for 2025 Canadian Library Month, provincial library weeks
Promotional materials available for 2025 Canadian Library Month, provincial library weeks
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.

Freshly Minted: Marina “Mars” Brint
Freshly Minted: Marina “Mars” Brint
August 5, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University

Freshly Minted: Olivia Douglas
Freshly Minted: Olivia Douglas
July 31, 2025 by Librarianship.ca

MLIS Candidate, Faculty of Information and Media Studies, Western University

National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
National Volunteer Week 2025 – Volunteers Make Waves
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!

The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information  Professionals
The Next Chapter: Career Advice for Freshly Minted Library and Information Professionals
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.


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