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Call for Presenters: Saskatchewan Libraries Conference 2016
News November 6, 2015
The theme this year, Cooperation Saskatchewan Style: 20 Years of Success, will provide an opportunity for libraries and library workers to explore cooperation between libraries and various other organizations in various contexts and to celebrate their work in providing programs and services.
Top 7 Successful Weekend Habits
News November 6, 2015
Successful people know that weekends are actually the secret weapon in professional success. If you’re looking for ways to make your weekend more productive, this infographic is for you!
Changes to Government of Canada Departments and Agencies
News November 5, 2015
As part of the creation of the new ministry, several changes have also been made to the machinery of government to reflect the government’s priorities.
Survey about Born-Digital Collections in Canadian archives
News November 3, 2015
Dear colleagues, If you currently work with an archival or special collection at an institution in Canada, I invite you to participate in this questionnaire, even if you’ve never received …
New edition of ALA-ALSC Competencies for Librarians Serving Children in Public Libraries
News November 3, 2015
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), has released a revised edition of its Competencies for Librarians Serving Children in Public Libraries.
ALA Announces Task Forces on LIS Accreditation
News October 31, 2015
The American Library Association (ALA) has appointed two task forces on LIS accreditation: Task Force on Accreditation Process and Communication and Task Force on the Context of Future Accreditation.
Discover BC’s Digital Treasures: Announcing the Launch of Arca, BC’s Network of Post-secondary Digital Repositories
News October 28, 2015
British Columbians now have anytime, anywhere public access to research created at BC postsecondary institutions via Arca, a province-wide network of digital repositories.
C-51 Reform, TPP Top the List of “Real Change” Tech Policy Priorities
News October 28, 2015
Digital policies may not have played a significant role in the just-concluded national election, but the arrival of a majority Liberal government will leave many expecting “real change” on the digital front in the years ahead.
OALT 2015 Salary Survey
News October 28, 2015
The Ontario Association of Library Technicians/Association des bibliotechniciens de l’Ontario is required by the association’s Bylaw to administer and report on the current salaries and work done in any library …
Top 10 Skills You Need at Work That Have Nothing to Do with Your Job
News October 26, 2015
Hiring managers make the difficult decision of who the best candidate is for the job based not just on the specific job requirements but also basic “soft skills” every worker …