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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
Joint Statement on COVID-19 and the Duty to Document
News May 4, 2020
“We, the signatories of this statement, call on governments, businesses, and research institutions around the world to document their decisions and transactions now and for the future.”
CFLA Issues Fair Dealing Guidance for Canadian Libraries During the Time of COVID-19
News May 4, 2020
This guidance document is meant to provide clarity to support libraries in considering copyright as they provide services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Recent Library of Parliament Research Publications (April 2020)
News April 30, 2020
The Library of Parliament has released a number of research publications on topics of interest to the library and IM community, including: Privacy, Freedom of Expression
Congratulations to the 2020 Algonquin LIT Award Winners
News April 30, 2020
Congratulations to the award winners for this academic year!
Business Resumption and Re-Imagination of Public Library Services Post COVID-19
News April 16, 2020 2 comments
The Canadian Urban Libraries Council this week announced the creation of a Think Tank to prepare recommendations to support public libraries in their efforts to develop recovery plans and redesigned service delivery post COVID19.