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Call for Proposals: Southern Alberta Library Conference 2026
News August 20, 2025
The Southern Alberta Library Conference (SALC) Planning Committee is inviting proposals for concurrent sessions for its 17th annual conference in Lethbridge, AB, April 17, 2026.
New Cultural Heritage Science facility to protect Canada’s heritage
News August 14, 2025
The new Cultural Heritage Science (CHS) facility will provide a space where conservation experts can collaborate to protect and preserve Canada’s most treasured cultural artifacts and our heritage for generations to come.
Ex Libris Association granted vice-regal patronage
News August 13, 2025
Congratulations to the Ex Libris Association on being granted vice-regal patronage by Her Excellency, the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada.
New issue of Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS) published
News August 7, 2025
The Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science (CJILS/RCSIB) is an open access, refereed, scholarly periodical published by Western Libraries on behalf of the Canadian Association for Information Science.
New issue of Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (2025) published
News August 5, 2025
Emerging Library & Information Perspectives (ELIP) is an open access, peer-reviewed journal managed by students in the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program at Western University.
IFLA Selects Busan, South Korea to Host the 2026 World Library and Information Congress
News July 22, 2025
Busan will host IFLA’s flagship event from August 10 to 13, 2026.
Amy Furness appointed Chief Librarian of Victoria University
News July 8, 2025
“Amy Furness is a respected scholar and educator, with an impressive publication and presentation record, and focus on student mentorship.”
Moe Hosseini-Ara appointed Toronto City Librarian
News June 24, 2025
The Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board today announced the appointment of Moe Hosseini-Ara as its new City Librarian, effective September 1, 2025. He succeeds Vickery Bowles, who has served as City Librarian since 2015.
Congratulations to the 2025 BCLA Award Winners!
News June 20, 2025
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025 British Columbia Library Association (BCLA) awards!
Digital Inclusion Projects in Libraries: Video Showcase
News June 10, 2025
These short videos highlight how libraries are bridging the digital divide, empowering their communities, and advancing digital equity.