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Canadian Federation of Library Associations Update (May 2018)

Canadian Federation of Library Associations / Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques

News June 8, 2018

The executive director of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) has provided an overview of activities since February 2018.

Heather Lank Nominated As New Parliamentary Librarian

News June 8, 2018 2 comments

Dr. Lank has served in increasingly senior roles within the Senate of Canada administration for over 25 years. She is currently the Principal Clerk of the Senate Chamber Operations and Procedure Office, a position she has held since 2015.

VIU Honours Gene Anne Joseph with Honourary Degree

News June 5, 2018

Gene Anne Joseph, the first librarian of First Nations heritage in BC, received a Doctor of Laws at VIU’s June 5 convocation ceremony

W3C Issues Updated Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1

News June 5, 2018

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 expands provisions for mobile, low vision, and cognitive and learning disabilities; international uptake in progress

Christina de Castell Appointed Chief Librarian of the Vancouver Public Library

News June 5, 2018

De Castell succeeds Sandra Singh, who was appointed General Manager of Arts, Culture, and Community Services at the City of Vancouver.

Federal Government Kicks-Off Review of Broadcasting and Telecom Polices

News June 5, 2018

The review will update and modernize the legislative framework in a balanced way that takes into account the realities of Canadian consumers and businesses, and our artists, artisans and broadcasters without increasing the cost of services to Canadians.