News
IFLA to Live-stream Selected WLIC Sessions
News August 13, 2017
IFLA today announced that selected sessions of the 2017 World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) will be live-streamed.
Celebrating Stunning Canadian Urban Library Branches
News August 11, 2017
The first of a continuing series on stunning new and renovated library branches in Canada.
Government of Canada Launches Consultations on Reforming Copyright Board of Canada
News August 9, 2017
The consultations will be open from August 9 to September 29.
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.