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Coalition of Alberta Public Libraries statement on changes to Libraries Act to restrict access to resources

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.
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Call for Applications: CAPAL Early Career Researcher Award & Student Research Paper Award

March 18, 2026
Apply today and showcase your impactful work!
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Appel de candidatures : Prix ACBES pour chercheur·e en début de carrière et Prix du travail de recherche étudiant

March 18, 2026
Posez votre candidature dès aujourd'hui et mettez en valeur votre recherche!
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Jackie Flowers appointed Chief Librarian of Burnaby Public Library

March 3, 2026
Jackie Flowers succeeds Beth Davies who has served as Chief Librarian since 2016.
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Bill C-15 Update: House Finance Committee amendment reinstates protection for Library Book Rate

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.
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