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Congratulations to members of the Canadian librarianship community recognized in 2025 for their contributions to the profession and to Canada!

Pilar Martinez, CEO of the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) since 2015, today announced her decision to resign in August 2026.

Dr. Svetlana Kochkina begins her five-year term on March 1, 2026.

Warner succeeds Darla Fraser who retired last month after 15 years as the Library’s CEO.

The Peterborough Public Library Board and the City of Peterborough announced the appointment of Melissa Redden as the new CEO/Director of the Peterborough Public Library, effective Monday, November 24, 2025.

Susan Parker, University Librarian at the University of British Columbia (UBC) since 2017, today announced her decision to retire on June 30, 2026.

Gillette has served as Interim Executive Director since July and previously held the role of Director of Library Services, Planning and Integration with VIRL.

The Board of Trustees of the St. Albert Public Library today announced the appointment of Laura Winton as the Library’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 2026. Winton succeeds Peter Bailey who retired at the end of August after 24 years of service, including 15 years as CEO.

The St. Thomas Public Library Board announced the appointment of Aaron DeVries as CEO/Chief Librarian, effective January 1, 2026. He succeeds Heather Robinson who is retiring after a decade as the Library’s CEO.

Brigitte brings more than 20 years of experience across the academic and non-profit sectors, combining a background in library services with extensive executive leadership.