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Eileen Gillette appointed Executive Director of the Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) librarianship.ca/news/eileen-...
Gillette has served as Interim Executive Director since July and previously held the role of Director of Library Services, Planning and Integration with VIRL.
Gillette has served as Interim Executive Director since July and previously held the role of Director of Library Services, Planning and Integration with VIRL.
November 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Eileen Gillette appointed Executive Director of the Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) librarianship.ca/news/eileen-...
Gillette has served as Interim Executive Director since July and previously held the role of Director of Library Services, Planning and Integration with VIRL.
Gillette has served as Interim Executive Director since July and previously held the role of Director of Library Services, Planning and Integration with VIRL.
UBC University Librarian Susan E. Parker announces retirement in 2026 librarianship.ca/news/parker-...
Susan Parker, University Librarian at the University of British Columbia (UBC) since 2017, announced her decision to retire on June 30, 2026.
Susan Parker, University Librarian at the University of British Columbia (UBC) since 2017, announced her decision to retire on June 30, 2026.
November 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
UBC University Librarian Susan E. Parker announces retirement in 2026 librarianship.ca/news/parker-...
Susan Parker, University Librarian at the University of British Columbia (UBC) since 2017, announced her decision to retire on June 30, 2026.
Susan Parker, University Librarian at the University of British Columbia (UBC) since 2017, announced her decision to retire on June 30, 2026.
Melissa Redden appointed CEO/Director of the Peterborough Public Library librarianship.ca/news/melissa...
The Peterborough Public Library Board and the City of Peterborough announced the appointment of Melissa Redden as CEO/Director, effective Monday, November 24, 2025.
The Peterborough Public Library Board and the City of Peterborough announced the appointment of Melissa Redden as CEO/Director, effective Monday, November 24, 2025.
November 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Melissa Redden appointed CEO/Director of the Peterborough Public Library librarianship.ca/news/melissa...
The Peterborough Public Library Board and the City of Peterborough announced the appointment of Melissa Redden as CEO/Director, effective Monday, November 24, 2025.
The Peterborough Public Library Board and the City of Peterborough announced the appointment of Melissa Redden as CEO/Director, effective Monday, November 24, 2025.
Laura Warner appointed Chief Executive Officer of Orangeville Public Library librarianship.ca/news/laura-w...
The Orangeville Public Library announced the appointment of Laura Warner as Chief Executive Officer. Warner succeeds Darla Fraser who retired last month after 15 years as the Library’s CEO.
The Orangeville Public Library announced the appointment of Laura Warner as Chief Executive Officer. Warner succeeds Darla Fraser who retired last month after 15 years as the Library’s CEO.
November 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Laura Warner appointed Chief Executive Officer of Orangeville Public Library librarianship.ca/news/laura-w...
The Orangeville Public Library announced the appointment of Laura Warner as Chief Executive Officer. Warner succeeds Darla Fraser who retired last month after 15 years as the Library’s CEO.
The Orangeville Public Library announced the appointment of Laura Warner as Chief Executive Officer. Warner succeeds Darla Fraser who retired last month after 15 years as the Library’s CEO.
Svetlana Kochkina appointed University Librarian, University of Prince Edward Island librarianship.ca/news/svetlan...
Dr. Svetlana Kochkina begins her five-year term on March 1, 2026.
Dr. Svetlana Kochkina begins her five-year term on March 1, 2026.
November 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Svetlana Kochkina appointed University Librarian, University of Prince Edward Island librarianship.ca/news/svetlan...
Dr. Svetlana Kochkina begins her five-year term on March 1, 2026.
Dr. Svetlana Kochkina begins her five-year term on March 1, 2026.
Passings: Vivienne Monty www.yorku.ca/yfile/2025/1...
For 40 years, Vivienne Monty helped innovate and shape librarianship at York University and across Canada.
For 40 years, Vivienne Monty helped innovate and shape librarianship at York University and across Canada.
November 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Passings: Vivienne Monty www.yorku.ca/yfile/2025/1...
For 40 years, Vivienne Monty helped innovate and shape librarianship at York University and across Canada.
For 40 years, Vivienne Monty helped innovate and shape librarianship at York University and across Canada.
Call for Papers: Archives Association of Ontario (AAO) 2026 Annual Conference librarianship.ca/news/cfp-aao...
Theme: object lessons: continuing care for the physical in a digital world
Dates: 6-8 May 2026
Location: St. Michael’s College, University of Toronto
Theme: object lessons: continuing care for the physical in a digital world
Dates: 6-8 May 2026
Location: St. Michael’s College, University of Toronto
November 12, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Call for Papers: Archives Association of Ontario (AAO) 2026 Annual Conference librarianship.ca/news/cfp-aao...
Theme: object lessons: continuing care for the physical in a digital world
Dates: 6-8 May 2026
Location: St. Michael’s College, University of Toronto
Theme: object lessons: continuing care for the physical in a digital world
Dates: 6-8 May 2026
Location: St. Michael’s College, University of Toronto
Call For Proposals: Canadian Association of Law Libraries (CALL) 2026 Annual Conference librarianship.ca/news/cfp-cal...
Theme: Currents of Resilience: Navigating Change
Date: May 24 to 27, 2026
Location: Moncton
Theme: Currents of Resilience: Navigating Change
Date: May 24 to 27, 2026
Location: Moncton
November 12, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Call For Proposals: Canadian Association of Law Libraries (CALL) 2026 Annual Conference librarianship.ca/news/cfp-cal...
Theme: Currents of Resilience: Navigating Change
Date: May 24 to 27, 2026
Location: Moncton
Theme: Currents of Resilience: Navigating Change
Date: May 24 to 27, 2026
Location: Moncton
Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (FCAB) : Mise à jour (octobre 2025) librarianship.ca/news/fcab-20...
November 12, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (FCAB) : Mise à jour (octobre 2025) librarianship.ca/news/fcab-20...
Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA): October 2025 Update librarianship.ca/news/cfla-20...
November 12, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA): October 2025 Update librarianship.ca/news/cfla-20...
E-borrowing exceeds print at Vancouver libraries — can it keep up with the cost? www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
For the first time in the Vancouver Public Library's history, loans of digital materials have exceeded those of physical copies, although online versions cost three to five times as much.
For the first time in the Vancouver Public Library's history, loans of digital materials have exceeded those of physical copies, although online versions cost three to five times as much.
November 6, 2025 at 11:50 AM
E-borrowing exceeds print at Vancouver libraries — can it keep up with the cost? www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
For the first time in the Vancouver Public Library's history, loans of digital materials have exceeded those of physical copies, although online versions cost three to five times as much.
For the first time in the Vancouver Public Library's history, loans of digital materials have exceeded those of physical copies, although online versions cost three to five times as much.
Canadian Library Workers Day 2025 librarianship.ca/blog/canadia...
October 17, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Canadian Library Workers Day 2025 librarianship.ca/blog/canadia...
Ottawa Public Library plans new chapter in Old Hunt Club neighbourhood www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...
A report for the Ottawa Public Library Board recommends staff begin developing a branch to service the Old Hunt Club neighbourhood, with a targeted opening in 2027.
A report for the Ottawa Public Library Board recommends staff begin developing a branch to service the Old Hunt Club neighbourhood, with a targeted opening in 2027.
October 14, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Ottawa Public Library plans new chapter in Old Hunt Club neighbourhood www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...
A report for the Ottawa Public Library Board recommends staff begin developing a branch to service the Old Hunt Club neighbourhood, with a targeted opening in 2027.
A report for the Ottawa Public Library Board recommends staff begin developing a branch to service the Old Hunt Club neighbourhood, with a targeted opening in 2027.
Library workers issued notice of layoffs — again — a month into new school year www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Nearly 100 library workers across three school districts in New Brunswick are once again fighting for their jobs.
Nearly 100 library workers across three school districts in New Brunswick are once again fighting for their jobs.
October 14, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Library workers issued notice of layoffs — again — a month into new school year www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Nearly 100 library workers across three school districts in New Brunswick are once again fighting for their jobs.
Nearly 100 library workers across three school districts in New Brunswick are once again fighting for their jobs.
Whoops - Sault’s public library is kind of illegal www.sootoday.com/local-news/w...
When the city took over the library on Aug. 31, 1896, no bylaw was passed
When the city took over the library on Aug. 31, 1896, no bylaw was passed
October 14, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Whoops - Sault’s public library is kind of illegal www.sootoday.com/local-news/w...
When the city took over the library on Aug. 31, 1896, no bylaw was passed
When the city took over the library on Aug. 31, 1896, no bylaw was passed
This is the first library in London to become 'dementia friendly.' Here's what that means www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
London Public Library's East London branch is now the first library in the city to be designated a "dementia friendly community supporter."
London Public Library's East London branch is now the first library in the city to be designated a "dementia friendly community supporter."
October 14, 2025 at 12:08 AM
This is the first library in London to become 'dementia friendly.' Here's what that means www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
London Public Library's East London branch is now the first library in the city to be designated a "dementia friendly community supporter."
London Public Library's East London branch is now the first library in the city to be designated a "dementia friendly community supporter."
Ottawa Public Library Board considers expansion of free membership criteria to include Indigenous communities ottawa.citynews.ca/2025/10/11/o...
The Ottawa Public Library Board will vote on a recommendation to extend free, full access membership to Indigenous communities.
The Ottawa Public Library Board will vote on a recommendation to extend free, full access membership to Indigenous communities.
October 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Ottawa Public Library Board considers expansion of free membership criteria to include Indigenous communities ottawa.citynews.ca/2025/10/11/o...
The Ottawa Public Library Board will vote on a recommendation to extend free, full access membership to Indigenous communities.
The Ottawa Public Library Board will vote on a recommendation to extend free, full access membership to Indigenous communities.
University of Manitoba plans to replace deteriorating library globalnews.ca/news/1147388...
First built in 1951, the Elizabeth Dafoe Library’s floors are deteriorating under the heavy shelves of books, and major cracks have appeared in the foundation.
First built in 1951, the Elizabeth Dafoe Library’s floors are deteriorating under the heavy shelves of books, and major cracks have appeared in the foundation.
October 11, 2025 at 8:58 PM
University of Manitoba plans to replace deteriorating library globalnews.ca/news/1147388...
First built in 1951, the Elizabeth Dafoe Library’s floors are deteriorating under the heavy shelves of books, and major cracks have appeared in the foundation.
First built in 1951, the Elizabeth Dafoe Library’s floors are deteriorating under the heavy shelves of books, and major cracks have appeared in the foundation.
Carnegie Library turns 120, gets fresh start www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
Winnipeg’s first public library hits 120 years and is set for a new chapter with a $22.8-million renovation to make it a modern facility to store Winnipeg’s history as the city archives.
Winnipeg’s first public library hits 120 years and is set for a new chapter with a $22.8-million renovation to make it a modern facility to store Winnipeg’s history as the city archives.
October 11, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Carnegie Library turns 120, gets fresh start www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
Winnipeg’s first public library hits 120 years and is set for a new chapter with a $22.8-million renovation to make it a modern facility to store Winnipeg’s history as the city archives.
Winnipeg’s first public library hits 120 years and is set for a new chapter with a $22.8-million renovation to make it a modern facility to store Winnipeg’s history as the city archives.
'Free to All': Winnipeg's 1st public library opened 120 years ago, soon to start new chapter www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Carved into the Tyndall Stone above the arched entrance to Winnipeg's first public library are the words "Free To All" but for the past 11 years, it's been closed to everyone.
Carved into the Tyndall Stone above the arched entrance to Winnipeg's first public library are the words "Free To All" but for the past 11 years, it's been closed to everyone.
October 11, 2025 at 8:58 PM
'Free to All': Winnipeg's 1st public library opened 120 years ago, soon to start new chapter www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Carved into the Tyndall Stone above the arched entrance to Winnipeg's first public library are the words "Free To All" but for the past 11 years, it's been closed to everyone.
Carved into the Tyndall Stone above the arched entrance to Winnipeg's first public library are the words "Free To All" but for the past 11 years, it's been closed to everyone.
North Shore LEGO artist builds replica of West Van library for 75th anniversary www.nsnews.com/local-news/n...
The West Vancouver Memorial Library is being shown in a fun, new way through Paul Hetherington’s latest brick creation
The West Vancouver Memorial Library is being shown in a fun, new way through Paul Hetherington’s latest brick creation
October 11, 2025 at 8:56 PM
North Shore LEGO artist builds replica of West Van library for 75th anniversary www.nsnews.com/local-news/n...
The West Vancouver Memorial Library is being shown in a fun, new way through Paul Hetherington’s latest brick creation
The West Vancouver Memorial Library is being shown in a fun, new way through Paul Hetherington’s latest brick creation
Call for Participation: Former Student Librarian Work Experience Survey librarianship.ca/news/student...
"We are conducting a study on librarians who completed their MLIS or equivalent within the last 6 years and also who worked in an academic library during their time as a student."
"We are conducting a study on librarians who completed their MLIS or equivalent within the last 6 years and also who worked in an academic library during their time as a student."
October 8, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Call for Participation: Former Student Librarian Work Experience Survey librarianship.ca/news/student...
"We are conducting a study on librarians who completed their MLIS or equivalent within the last 6 years and also who worked in an academic library during their time as a student."
"We are conducting a study on librarians who completed their MLIS or equivalent within the last 6 years and also who worked in an academic library during their time as a student."
Call for Nominations: W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors librarianship.ca/news/w-kaye-...
The award is given to the library that provides innovative and excellent service to seniors and elders.
Nomination deadline: November 6, 2025
The award is given to the library that provides innovative and excellent service to seniors and elders.
Nomination deadline: November 6, 2025
October 8, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Call for Nominations: W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors librarianship.ca/news/w-kaye-...
The award is given to the library that provides innovative and excellent service to seniors and elders.
Nomination deadline: November 6, 2025
The award is given to the library that provides innovative and excellent service to seniors and elders.
Nomination deadline: November 6, 2025
Kelti McGloin receives 2025 Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund librarianship.ca/news/kelti-m...
Dalhousie Dept of Information Science announced that Kelti McGloin, a Master of Information/Juris Doctor student, is the 2025 recipient of the Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund.
Dalhousie Dept of Information Science announced that Kelti McGloin, a Master of Information/Juris Doctor student, is the 2025 recipient of the Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund.
October 7, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Kelti McGloin receives 2025 Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund librarianship.ca/news/kelti-m...
Dalhousie Dept of Information Science announced that Kelti McGloin, a Master of Information/Juris Doctor student, is the 2025 recipient of the Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund.
Dalhousie Dept of Information Science announced that Kelti McGloin, a Master of Information/Juris Doctor student, is the 2025 recipient of the Dalhousie-Horrocks National Leadership Fund.
New funding to help Toronto Public Library expand resources for seniors www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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October 6, 2025 at 9:25 PM
New funding to help Toronto Public Library expand resources for seniors www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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