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Coalition of Alberta Public Libraries statement on changes to Libraries Act to restrict access to resources
News April 3, 2026
On April 2, 2026, the Government of Alberta announced changes to the Libraries Act that would restrict access to resources in public libraries. The Coalition of Alberta Public Libraries (CAP Libraries) has issued a statement condemning this act of censorship.
Call for Applications: CAPAL Early Career Researcher Award & Student Research Paper Award
News March 18, 2026
Apply today and showcase your impactful work!
Appel de candidatures : Prix ACBES pour chercheur·e en début de carrière et Prix du travail de recherche étudiant
News March 18, 2026
Posez votre candidature dès aujourd’hui et mettez en valeur votre recherche!
Jackie Flowers appointed Chief Librarian of Burnaby Public Library
News March 3, 2026
Jackie Flowers succeeds Beth Davies who has served as Chief Librarian since 2016.
Bill C-15 Update: House Finance Committee amendment reinstates protection for Library Book Rate
News February 24, 2026
During its clause-by-clause review of the Budget Implementation Act (Bill C-15), the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance adopted an amendment put forward by the government to reinstate protections for free literature for the blind and reduced postage rates for library materials in the Canada Post Corporations Act.
Lisa McDonough appointed CEO of Vaughan Public Libraries
News February 5, 2026
McDonough succeeds Margie Singleton, who is retiring as CEO after 18 years in the position.
Manitoba Library Consortium Inc. to Dissolve
News February 2, 2026
Following several years of reduced activity, the members of the Manitoba Library Consortium Inc. (MLCI) have voted to dissolve the organization. This decision took place at MLCI’s annual general meeting, held November 24, 2025.
CULC releases national study on the social impact of urban public libraries
News February 1, 2026
The Impact of Canadian Public Libraries explores the role public libraries play in community life and social wellbeing by drawing on data and lived experience from more than 18,000 respondents across 26 Canadian urban public library systems.
Kingston Frontenac Public Library Receives the W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors
News January 31, 2026
Ex Libris Association (ELA) presented the 2025 W.K. Lamb Award for Innovative Services to Seniors to the Kingston Frontenac Public Library for their “Older Adults Hub.”
CFLA Releases Climate Action Resources for Library Sector
News January 27, 2026
Funded by the Government of Canada, the resources were developed to educate library professionals and information workers about the pivotal role libraries play in addressing the climate crisis, but also to empower the sector to advocate for and elevate the profile of libraries as leaders in climate action and environmental literacy.