The Canadian Association of Public Libraries (CAPL) and Brodart Canada are pleased to announce Judith Saltman, Associate Professor with the School of Library, Archival and Information Studies at the University of British Columbia, as the 2009 recipient of the CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award. Sponsored by Brodart Canada, the award is presented annually for outstanding service in the field of Canadian public librarianship.
Judith is a strong advocate of services for children in public libraries, demonstrated in her career as a librarian, professor and author of scholarly works about children’s literature. She brings dedication, commitment and creativity to her work, along with a deep understanding of the importance of children’s services in libraries. Her teaching, writings and passion have inspired a generation of librarians. As a spokesperson to the media, she has admirably represented public libraries, librarians, the academic children’s literature community and children’s writers and illustrators.
The CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award was presented to Judith Saltman at a reception at le Palais des congrès de Montréal following the CAPL Annual General Meeting on Sunday, May 31 as part of the 2009 Canadian Library Association/Association Canadienne des Bibliothèques National Conference & Trade Show.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award Recipient Announced
Judith Saltman Receives 2009 CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award
The Canadian Association of Public Libraries (CAPL) and Brodart Canada are pleased to announce Judith Saltman, AssociateProfessor with the School of Library, Archival and Information Studies at the University of British Columbia, as the 2009 recipient of the CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award. Sponsored by Brodart Canada, the award is presented annually for outstanding service in the field of Canadian public librarianship.
Judith is a strong advocate of services for children in public libraries, demonstrated in her career as a librarian, professor and author of scholarly works about children’s literature. She brings dedication, commitment and creativity to her work, along with a deep understanding of the importance of children’s services in libraries. Her teaching, writings and passion have inspired a generation of librarians. As a spokesperson to the media, she has admirably represented public libraries, librarians, the academic children’s literature community and children’s writers and illustrators.
The CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award will be presented to Judith Saltman at a reception at le Palais des congrès de Montréal following the CAPL Annual General Meeting on Sunday, May 31 as part of the 2009 Canadian Library Association/Association Canadienne des Bibliothèques National Conference & Trade Show.
The Canadian Association of Public Libraries (CAPL) and Brodart Canada are pleased to announce Judith Saltman, AssociateProfessor with the School of Library, Archival and Information Studies at the University of British Columbia, as the 2009 recipient of the CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award. Sponsored by Brodart Canada, the award is presented annually for outstanding service in the field of Canadian public librarianship.
Judith is a strong advocate of services for children in public libraries, demonstrated in her career as a librarian, professor and author of scholarly works about children’s literature. She brings dedication, commitment and creativity to her work, along with a deep understanding of the importance of children’s services in libraries. Her teaching, writings and passion have inspired a generation of librarians. As a spokesperson to the media, she has admirably represented public libraries, librarians, the academic children’s literature community and children’s writers and illustrators.
The CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award will be presented to Judith Saltman at a reception at le Palais des congrès de Montréal following the CAPL Annual General Meeting on Sunday, May 31 as part of the 2009 Canadian Library Association/Association Canadienne des Bibliothèques National Conference & Trade Show.
Conference Bursary Recipient Announced
The CAPL Conference Bursary Committee and the CAPL Executive wish to congratulate Stephen R. Warren, the 2009 recipient of the CLA Conference Bursary.
Stephen is currently employed as an Auxiliary Librarian with the Greater Victoria Public Library. He has a strong background in association and conference involvement and in 2008 received the Ken Haycock Student Conference Award for BCLA.
Congratulations Stephen! See you in Montreal!
Stephen is currently employed as an Auxiliary Librarian with the Greater Victoria Public Library. He has a strong background in association and conference involvement and in 2008 received the Ken Haycock Student Conference Award for BCLA.
Congratulations Stephen! See you in Montreal!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
2009 NELI recipient shares her thoughts on the Leadership Institute
Northern Exposure to Leadership Institute (NELI) 2009
Upon opening my acceptance letter to NELI in January 2009 many thoughts came to mind, but one in particular stood out – What will I personally gain from this? I knew what I hoped to gain; new insights into leadership, the chance to network, and hopefully create bonds with some of my fellow colleagues. Of course my expectations were high and not knowing what to expect added to the excitement.
I can honestly say that after completing my week at NELI all my expectations were met above and beyond what I had originally anticipated. The participants had the privilege of learning and benefiting from our mentors and organizers that provided support and advice throughout the week. We were given the opportunity to work as teams and build on our skill sets and create many more. It was a time of great self reflection and self learning. As Librarians somewhat new to the field, we were challenged to envision our role and place within the future of the profession.
What I had not expected was the tremendous enthusiasm and passion for our profession that was exhibited on a daily basis. What did I personally gain from this? Inspiration, determination and support.
Kelley England, B.A., M.L.I.S.
Manager of Children and Young Adult Services
King Township Public Library
Upon opening my acceptance letter to NELI in January 2009 many thoughts came to mind, but one in particular stood out – What will I personally gain from this? I knew what I hoped to gain; new insights into leadership, the chance to network, and hopefully create bonds with some of my fellow colleagues. Of course my expectations were high and not knowing what to expect added to the excitement.
I can honestly say that after completing my week at NELI all my expectations were met above and beyond what I had originally anticipated. The participants had the privilege of learning and benefiting from our mentors and organizers that provided support and advice throughout the week. We were given the opportunity to work as teams and build on our skill sets and create many more. It was a time of great self reflection and self learning. As Librarians somewhat new to the field, we were challenged to envision our role and place within the future of the profession.
What I had not expected was the tremendous enthusiasm and passion for our profession that was exhibited on a daily basis. What did I personally gain from this? Inspiration, determination and support.
Kelley England, B.A., M.L.I.S.
Manager of Children and Young Adult Services
King Township Public Library
Sunday, March 22, 2009
National Strategy for Early Literacy - Do public libraries have a role?
You are invited to comment on the following post. Thank you to Lita Barrie, President, Canadian Association of Children's Librarians for preparing this submission.
National Strategy for Early Literacy
Submission from the Canadian Association of Children’s Librarians
In response to the question posed, “What should be done to improve the literacy skills of Canadian children and youth?” There is one simple piece to the answer, include Canadian public libraries in the National Strategy for Early Literacy. "Libraries have long been recognized as one of the most important community institutions for adult and child literacy development" (Urban Libraries Council, 2007, p. 7). Public Libraries are providing essential early literacy service and support across Canada and we must play a fundamental role in any national strategy for early literacy.
Newman’s recent report on the future of Ontario public libraries to the Ontario Ministry of Culture “identifies leading examples of innovative practices and services in public libraries in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Nordic Countries, Singapore…practices show that, more and more, national governments are acknowledging the value of public libraries through programs, policies and funding”(Newman, 2008, p.2).
Walk into public libraries across Canada and find library staff interacting with families and providing free equitable access to children’s books. From board books for the very young, picture books that excite, non-fiction that feeds the curious mind to electronic access to digital picture books that utilize technology to nurture literacy skills; public libraries are the cornerstone of early literacy in our communities. It is for this reason that the Canadian Paediatric Society’s recommends that physicians encourage families to visit their public library and register for a library card as an essential step in early literacy skills development (Canadian Paediatric Society, 2006, p.4).
However, the role of Canadian Public libraries is not limited to books alone, they are also providing early literacy programs in the form of storytimes, summer reading programs and innovative partnerships. "Early literacy programming in public libraries contributes to elevating young children's levels of literacy and engagement in learning, thereby contributing to school readiness and school success." (Urban Libraries Council, 2007,p.11). Interactive storytime programs are designed to support parents, caregivers and children by helping family develop the tools to allow their children the best opportunity to master the essential pre-reading skills.
In addition to providing materials and programs, public libraries are also providing interactive early literacy discovery spaces that are free, non-judgmental and open to all. Public Libraries are working with community partners to engage Newcomers to Canada and members or our communities who aren’t familiar with the role of the public library as a free accessible public place to access books, information, literacy support, homework help and technology. “Within the context of family learning and life long learning, the unfettered access for children under 3 years of age to free public libraries is an essential human right and ingredient to enhance development of numeracy and literacy in later life” (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, 2007, p.5).
The National Strategy for Early Literacy must work with the best existing network of resources to make a significant impact in the literacy skills of Canadian children and youth - Canadian Public Libraries.
The challenge for Canadian public libraries in improving literacy outcomes is that public library support for early childhood learning needs coordination and explicit policy attention (Newman, 2008, p.5). Canadian public libraries are largely municipally funded; they are regulated provincially and receive varying amounts of provincial funding and support. They are institutions working daily to meet the unique needs of their local communities, working with community agencies as community hubs for literacy, information, recreation and lifelong learning and working together provincially where possible. “A national focus for library research and initiatives to underpin library innovation has been central to development in the US and the UK. A similar approach in Canada would focus on early learning” (Newman, 2008, p.29).
We asked that a National Strategy for Early Literacy recognizes the role of the public library. We ask that a National Strategy acknowledge what public libraries are already doing. That the Strategy help provide the research, policy and funding support to allow public libraries to make strategic improvements to existing programs and services and be an active participant at the table to contribute our skills, resources and knowledge to a lasting and effective national solution.
If the conclusion of the “NSEL process is to provide a coherent, feasible, evidencebased national strategy for early literacy”, Canadian Public Libraries must play a vital role. Today and every day, public libraries across Canada are serving thousands of Canadian families providing the valuable support and resources they require to meet the literacy and information needs of their families. Come see the innovative programs and strategies we are already offering and imagine how we could do more with coordinated sustained funding and support at a national level.
Submitted by Lita Barrie
President, Canadian Association of Children’s Librarians
Phone: 519-756-2220 ext. 324
E-mail: lbarrie@brantford.library.on.ca
References
Canadian Paediatric Society. Canadian Paediatric Society Position Paper “Read, Speak, Sing: Promoting Literacy in the Physicians Office. (2006)
http://www.cps.ca/ENGLISH/statements/PP/pp06-01.pdf.
International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions. Guidelines for Library Services to Babies and Toddlers. IFLA Professional Reports, No. 100. (2007)
http://eric.ed.gov/ERICDocs/data/ericdocs2sql/content_storage_01/0000019b/80/2d/7b/dc.pdf
Newman, Wendy. Third Generation Public Libraries: Visionary Thinking and
Service Development in Public Libraries (to 2020) and Potential Application in Ontario. Report to the Ontario Ministry of Culture, (2008)
http://www.culture.gov.on.ca/english/library/Newman_study_English.pdf.
Urban Libraries Council. Making Cities Stronger: Public Library Contributions to Local Economic Development, (2007)
http://www.urbanlibraries.org/files/making_cities_stronger.pdf.
National Strategy for Early Literacy
Submission from the Canadian Association of Children’s Librarians
In response to the question posed, “What should be done to improve the literacy skills of Canadian children and youth?” There is one simple piece to the answer, include Canadian public libraries in the National Strategy for Early Literacy. "Libraries have long been recognized as one of the most important community institutions for adult and child literacy development" (Urban Libraries Council, 2007, p. 7). Public Libraries are providing essential early literacy service and support across Canada and we must play a fundamental role in any national strategy for early literacy.
Newman’s recent report on the future of Ontario public libraries to the Ontario Ministry of Culture “identifies leading examples of innovative practices and services in public libraries in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Nordic Countries, Singapore…practices show that, more and more, national governments are acknowledging the value of public libraries through programs, policies and funding”(Newman, 2008, p.2).
Walk into public libraries across Canada and find library staff interacting with families and providing free equitable access to children’s books. From board books for the very young, picture books that excite, non-fiction that feeds the curious mind to electronic access to digital picture books that utilize technology to nurture literacy skills; public libraries are the cornerstone of early literacy in our communities. It is for this reason that the Canadian Paediatric Society’s recommends that physicians encourage families to visit their public library and register for a library card as an essential step in early literacy skills development (Canadian Paediatric Society, 2006, p.4).
However, the role of Canadian Public libraries is not limited to books alone, they are also providing early literacy programs in the form of storytimes, summer reading programs and innovative partnerships. "Early literacy programming in public libraries contributes to elevating young children's levels of literacy and engagement in learning, thereby contributing to school readiness and school success." (Urban Libraries Council, 2007,p.11). Interactive storytime programs are designed to support parents, caregivers and children by helping family develop the tools to allow their children the best opportunity to master the essential pre-reading skills.
In addition to providing materials and programs, public libraries are also providing interactive early literacy discovery spaces that are free, non-judgmental and open to all. Public Libraries are working with community partners to engage Newcomers to Canada and members or our communities who aren’t familiar with the role of the public library as a free accessible public place to access books, information, literacy support, homework help and technology. “Within the context of family learning and life long learning, the unfettered access for children under 3 years of age to free public libraries is an essential human right and ingredient to enhance development of numeracy and literacy in later life” (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, 2007, p.5).
The National Strategy for Early Literacy must work with the best existing network of resources to make a significant impact in the literacy skills of Canadian children and youth - Canadian Public Libraries.
The challenge for Canadian public libraries in improving literacy outcomes is that public library support for early childhood learning needs coordination and explicit policy attention (Newman, 2008, p.5). Canadian public libraries are largely municipally funded; they are regulated provincially and receive varying amounts of provincial funding and support. They are institutions working daily to meet the unique needs of their local communities, working with community agencies as community hubs for literacy, information, recreation and lifelong learning and working together provincially where possible. “A national focus for library research and initiatives to underpin library innovation has been central to development in the US and the UK. A similar approach in Canada would focus on early learning” (Newman, 2008, p.29).
We asked that a National Strategy for Early Literacy recognizes the role of the public library. We ask that a National Strategy acknowledge what public libraries are already doing. That the Strategy help provide the research, policy and funding support to allow public libraries to make strategic improvements to existing programs and services and be an active participant at the table to contribute our skills, resources and knowledge to a lasting and effective national solution.
If the conclusion of the “NSEL process is to provide a coherent, feasible, evidencebased national strategy for early literacy”, Canadian Public Libraries must play a vital role. Today and every day, public libraries across Canada are serving thousands of Canadian families providing the valuable support and resources they require to meet the literacy and information needs of their families. Come see the innovative programs and strategies we are already offering and imagine how we could do more with coordinated sustained funding and support at a national level.
Submitted by Lita Barrie
President, Canadian Association of Children’s Librarians
Phone: 519-756-2220 ext. 324
E-mail: lbarrie@brantford.library.on.ca
References
Canadian Paediatric Society. Canadian Paediatric Society Position Paper “Read, Speak, Sing: Promoting Literacy in the Physicians Office. (2006)
http://www.cps.ca/ENGLISH/statements/PP/pp06-01.pdf.
International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions. Guidelines for Library Services to Babies and Toddlers. IFLA Professional Reports, No. 100. (2007)
http://eric.ed.gov/ERICDocs/data/ericdocs2sql/content_storage_01/0000019b/80/2d/7b/dc.pdf
Newman, Wendy. Third Generation Public Libraries: Visionary Thinking and
Service Development in Public Libraries (to 2020) and Potential Application in Ontario. Report to the Ontario Ministry of Culture, (2008)
http://www.culture.gov.on.ca/english/library/Newman_study_English.pdf.
Urban Libraries Council. Making Cities Stronger: Public Library Contributions to Local Economic Development, (2007)
http://www.urbanlibraries.org/files/making_cities_stronger.pdf.
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Your chance to share your Canadian library experiences!
[With apologies for cross posting]
Do you work in a library in Canada? Are you involved in information literacy instruction or customer training at your library? If you answered yes to both these questions, you are invited to participate in a Canadian survey exploring the experiences of library staff as instructors/trainers. Please consider contributing to this survey. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete, and your experiences will make an important contribution to knowledge. If you are interested in learning more about this study or if you wish to participate please follow this link:
https://surveys.aict.ualberta.ca/tsqs/rws4.pl?FORM=lib
Travaillez-vous dans une bibliothèque au Canada? Participez-vous au développement des compétences informationnelles ou à la formation des usagers? Si vous avez répondu par l’affirmative à ces deux questions, nous vous invitons à participer à un sondage canadien qui a pour but d’explorer les expériences du personnel de bibliothèque dans leurs rôles d’éducateur(trice)s et de formateur(trice)s. Nous vous prions d'accepter de contribuer à ce sondage. Cela vous prendra environ 10 minutes. Vos expériences constitueront une importante contribution au savoir de notre profession. Si vous voulez en savoir plus au sujet de cette recherche ou si vous souhaitez participer, cliquez sur ce lien:
https://surveys.aict.ualberta.ca/tsqs/rws4.pl?FORM=libf
Do you work in a library in Canada? Are you involved in information literacy instruction or customer training at your library? If you answered yes to both these questions, you are invited to participate in a Canadian survey exploring the experiences of library staff as instructors/trainers. Please consider contributing to this survey. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete, and your experiences will make an important contribution to knowledge. If you are interested in learning more about this study or if you wish to participate please follow this link:
https://surveys.aict.ualberta.ca/tsqs/rws4.pl?FORM=lib
Travaillez-vous dans une bibliothèque au Canada? Participez-vous au développement des compétences informationnelles ou à la formation des usagers? Si vous avez répondu par l’affirmative à ces deux questions, nous vous invitons à participer à un sondage canadien qui a pour but d’explorer les expériences du personnel de bibliothèque dans leurs rôles d’éducateur(trice)s et de formateur(trice)s. Nous vous prions d'accepter de contribuer à ce sondage. Cela vous prendra environ 10 minutes. Vos expériences constitueront une importante contribution au savoir de notre profession. Si vous voulez en savoir plus au sujet de cette recherche ou si vous souhaitez participer, cliquez sur ce lien:
https://surveys.aict.ualberta.ca/tsqs/rws4.pl?FORM=libf
Friday, February 6, 2009
Need $$ to attend the CLA Conference this year?
Why not apply for the CAPL Conference Bursary? For more info. please see below.
CAPL Conference Bursary
As part of its commitment to ongoing professional development for publiclibrarians, particularly newcomers, the Canadian Association of Public Libraries provides financial assistance towards recognized library training programmes.
The 2008 CAPL Conference Bursary was awarded to Kelli Woo Shue.
$1,000 TOWARDS CLA 2009 CONFERENCE
You are eligible if:
* you have received an MLS degree within the last seven years;
* you are a personal member in good standing of CAPL;
* you need financial assistance to attend the CLA conference.
To apply for the bursary, please submit a current resume and a one to two page summary of the professional benefit expected from attending the conference. Please note that consideration will be given to the distance of the applicant's place of residence from the conference site.
APPLY IN WRITING BY *March 31 ,* 2009
TO:Petra Mauerhoff
Eastern Counties Regional Library
P.O. Bag 2500
Mulgrave, N.S.
B0E 2G0
Tel: 902-747-2597
Fax: 902-747-2500
Email: pmauerhoff@nsme.library.ns.ca
CAPL Conference Bursary
As part of its commitment to ongoing professional development for publiclibrarians, particularly newcomers, the Canadian Association of Public Libraries provides financial assistance towards recognized library training programmes.
The 2008 CAPL Conference Bursary was awarded to Kelli Woo Shue.
$1,000 TOWARDS CLA 2009 CONFERENCE
You are eligible if:
* you have received an MLS degree within the last seven years;
* you are a personal member in good standing of CAPL;
* you need financial assistance to attend the CLA conference.
To apply for the bursary, please submit a current resume and a one to two page summary of the professional benefit expected from attending the conference. Please note that consideration will be given to the distance of the applicant's place of residence from the conference site.
APPLY IN WRITING BY *March 31 ,* 2009
TO:Petra Mauerhoff
Eastern Counties Regional Library
P.O. Bag 2500
Mulgrave, N.S.
B0E 2G0
Tel: 902-747-2597
Fax: 902-747-2500
Email: pmauerhoff@nsme.library.ns.ca
Thursday, January 29, 2009
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