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Saskatchewan Library Association
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The Saskatchewan Library Association is a provincial, volunteer, non-profit organization designed to further the development of library service in Saskatchewan and through libraries, the culture of the province.

https://www.saskla.ca/
Happy New Year! 🎉

SLA board and staff would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our growing community of volunteers, members, and partners across Saskatchewan. We wish you all the best in the year ahead and look forward to growing our vibrant library and cultural community together in 2026!
December 31, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Congratulations to the 2026 Family Literacy Day Grant Recipients! Be sure to visit these libraries on January 27 to take advantage on the fantastic programming made possible through these grants.

Learn more about Family Literacy Day or to view the list of recipients online: buff.ly/DLvvwVf
December 29, 2025 at 3:01 PM
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to our success this year. To all of our members, volunteers, donors, event sponsors and partners, presenters, program participants, committee members, board members, staff, and engaged library staff across Saskatchewan, THANK YOU! 💚
December 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We wish you a wonderful holiday season! ❄️ ☃️ 🌲 Please note that the SLA office will be closed from Dec. 24 to Jan. 5.
December 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We are proud to partner with the Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation to host the Get in the Game for Literacy Success Contest. This contest will run from January 26 -30, 2026. Enter to win one of two Rider Prize Packs or one of three Indigo eGift Cards! @SaskRidersFDN

Learn More: buff.ly/DLvvwVf
December 18, 2025 at 3:03 PM
SLA's Prison Library Sub-Committee's quarterly book recommendation selection is "Surviving Incarceration: Inside Canadian Prisons" by Rose Ricciardelli. We encourage you to stop by your local library or independent bookseller to pick up a copy!

Learn More about the PLSC here: buff.ly/WT1WXp2
December 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
What is the last eBook you downloaded? Join our live member forum today to share your answer, and get social with your library community!

Join the live forum now: buff.ly/vqp8JUi
December 15, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Last chance! Session proposals for the 2026 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference close at midnight tonight. #sklibrariesconference

Submit a Proposal Online: buff.ly/R9EUyek
December 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Only 3 days left! Session proposals for the 2026 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference close this Friday, December 12th. #sklibrariesconference

To Submit a Proposal Online: buff.ly/R9EUyek
December 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The RPL Film Theatre in Regina will be screening "The Librarians" this Friday, December 12 at 7pm. Admission is free and everyone is welcome!

For more information: buff.ly/egCR8Wb
Or visit the RPL Film Theatre for more exciting films during the month of December: buff.ly/8IiGDrm
December 9, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Hurry up before it's tool late! The deadline for the 2026 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference session proposals closes this week on Friday, December 12th. #sklibrariesconference

Submit a Proposal: buff.ly/R9EUyek
December 8, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Don't miss your chance to share your special knowledge with the library community! The deadline for the 2026 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference session proposals closes this coming Friday, December 12th. Hurry up before it's tool late! #sklibrariesconference

Submit a Proposal: buff.ly/R9EUyek
December 5, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The SLA Frances Morrison Award is an award of merit for outstanding service to libraries given in the name of one of Saskatchewan’s exceptional librarians.

Nominations are now open and close on February 1, 2026.

To learn more, please visit us online: buff.ly/hFinqz0
December 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Do you know someone who deserves to be celebrated for their valuable work within Saskatchewan libraries? Nominations for the The Honourary Life Member Award are now open and close on February 1, 2026.

To learn more, please visit us online: buff.ly/hFinqz0
December 2, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Extra! Extra! This month's issue of SLAte is hot off the presses! If you're a library professional or library lover, we encourage you to sign up for our monthly newsletter, SLAte.

View the December issue here: buff.ly/TBudiAX
December 1, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Let's get social! We encourage all SLA members to join our live online forum this Monday, December 1st to discuss the question, "What are your best programming ideas for under $100? "

Join the live forum: buff.ly/ulDVvgM
December 1, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Join us on Wednesday, December 3rd, from 1-2pm, for Strategies for Tokenism and Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation.

This webinar is hosted by Zane Arnott and Malvina Rapko at the Saskatchewan Intercultural Association.

For more information or to register: buff.ly/s5lQAYx
November 28, 2025 at 3:24 PM
The PLSC has been hard at work planning the establishment of a new library space at Regina Correctional Centre. In support of this valuable initiative, now is a great time to contribute to the PLSC through a monetary donation.

Learn more about the work of the PLSC: buff.ly/wkBmZnM
November 26, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Do you have an industry-specific program, presentation, or special knowledge you’d like to share with the library community? The deadline for session proposals for the 2026 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference has been extended to December 12, 2025. #sklibrariesconference
Learn more: buff.ly/Id9lPsY
November 24, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Join us from 1- 2pm today for Strategies for Anti Racism in the Workplace & Community! This webinar, hosted by Zane Arnott and Malvina Rapko at the Saskatchewan Intercultural Association, is free to all SLA members.

To register: buff.ly/AiZwPrH
November 19, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Remember to get your session proposal in for the 2026 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference! The submission deadline is November 28, 2025. Please visit us online to learn more: buff.ly/Id9lPsY
November 19, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Join us on Wednesday, November 19th for Strategies for Anti Racism in the Workplace & Community. This webinar is hosted by Zane Arnott at the Saskatchewan Intercultural Association and is free to all SLA members.

For more information or to register: buff.ly/AiZwPrH
November 17, 2025 at 5:26 PM
It's official! We are pleased to announce "Towards a Prairie Atonement" by Trevor Herriot as the 2026 One Book One Province (OBOP) selection. For more details including title information, author biography, dates, and locations, please use the QR code or visit us online: buff.ly/EJfuBKA
November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Today marks Remembrance Day, a time to reflect on and honour those who have served Canada in times of war, military conflict and peace. Lest We Forget.

#RemembranceDay #CanadaRemembers
November 11, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Today is I Read Canadian Day! 🍁 This initiative celebrates Canadian literature and literacy by inviting Canadians to take part in 15-minute, national reading events. For more information, visit ireadcanadian.ca/day.
@IReadCanadian #IReadCanadian
November 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM