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Draft Cataloguing Code of Ethics Open for Comments
News June 12, 2020
The document is open for comments until August 1, 2020.
Manitoba Public Libraries and COVID-19
News June 2, 2020
The Manitoba Library Association today released the results of survey conducted in collaboration with Public Library Services Branch to gather information about how public libraries operations have been affected by the pandemic response.
Implementing the Marrakesh Treaty for Persons with Print Disabilities: A Guide for Canadian Librarians
News June 1, 2020
Originally published by IFLA in 2018, the Canadian version is customized to Canada’s copyright law and informs library staff on the practical steps to improving access to works, and sourcing works from other libraries around the world.
Kimberley Foundation Announces Recipients of the Pat Morris Communities Matter Grant
News May 27, 2020
Congratulations to the recipients of the grants to support acquisitions, programming, and outreach activities!
Congratulations to the Winners of the 2019 TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards!
News May 19, 2020 2 comments
The awards recognize the most innovative and effective TD Summer Reading Club programs in each official language in public libraries across Canada.
Libraries and Museums Contribute Billions to Canadian Economy & Society Well-Being: Study on Value of GLAMs
News May 15, 2020
“For every dollar invested in these non-profit institutions, society gets nearly four dollars in benefits — a return that is on par with government investments in transportation infrastructure projects.”
Kathleen DeLong Appointed Interim Chair of uAlberta SLIS
News May 13, 2020
Kathleen DeLong has accepted a one-year role as Interim Chair for the School of Library and Information Studies. This appointment commences on July 1, 2020, and is a half-time secondment.
CFLA Issues Guidance for Canadian Libraries on Copyright and Online Storytimes
News May 8, 2020
Online storytime typically relies on the use of copyright-protected materials, therefore, librarians must consider copyright legislation and whether permission, a license, or use of the fair dealing exception is required. This guideline describes these options, and provides an example of a fair dealing analysis for an early literacy-focused storytime.
CULC Calls for Changes to Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
News May 4, 2020 1 comment
A change would ensure the CERB is consistent with the ability to provide an employer-paid Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) plan as per the Employment Insurance Act and enable public libraries to continue to support employees during this very challenging period.
Canadian Federation of Library Associations Update (April 2020)
News May 4, 2020
CFLA Report of Activities – October 2019 to April 2020