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Research on the history of sanctuary in Canada
News August 6, 2017
I am most interested in learning about any sanctuary offers that might be captured in archival / museum / library holdings and would appreciate guidance on searching these holdings.
Heather Berringer to Receive 2017 Dalhousie SIM Outstanding Alumni Award
News August 4, 2017
“Her determination, sense of humor, and accomplishments make her an outstanding alumna of the School of Information Management.”
Truth and Reconciliation Web Archive Launched
News July 21, 2017
The University of Winnipeg, the University of Manitoba, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR), and Library and Archives Canada (LAC) launch the Truth and Reconciliation Web Archive.
Responses to Consultations on NAFTA Renegotiation and Modernization
News July 20, 2017
Several library and information management organizations have submitted responses to the consultations.
Call for Nominations: Grace-Pépin Access to Information Award
News July 20, 2017
Nominations will be accepted until September 5, 2017.
IFLA Launches the Development and Access to Information (DA2I) Report
News July 17, 2017
The report highlights the essential role access to information plays in development and makes the case for coordinated and sustained efforts by all to guarantee it.
Katherine McColgan Appointed Executive Director of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA)
News July 17, 2017
McColgan, currently Manager of Administration and Programs at CARL, succeeds Kevin Brennan who has served as CFLA’s Senior Project Executive since June 2016.
Statement from Toronto City Librarian Vickery Bowles
News July 13, 2017
A statement on the use of the Richview Library for a memorial for Barbara Kulaszka, a lawyer known for her work with far right causes and free speech cases
150 Stories for 150 Years: An Online Exhibition
News July 4, 2017
Canada’s National, Provincial and Territorial Archives have partnered to launch an online exhibition called The Ties that Bind Canada to tell the stories of how people have traveled across the country over the years, decades and centuries.
Registration is Open for the 2nd Annual Outreach Network Camp
News July 3, 2017
The theme for this Un-Conference is Measuring engagement.