Re-Post: Our Freedom to Read and Why It’s Important

Libraries are essential gateways for all persons living in Canada to advance themselves through literacy, lifelong learning, social engagement, and cultural enrichment. ~ Canadian Federation of Library Associations Statement on Intellectual Freedom and Libraries In 2025, we put together a blog series all about Intellectual Freedom. We thought we’d re-share …

De-escalation: A Comprehensive Guide

As a library staff member, you may face stressful or potentially harmful situations on the job. Maybe you’ve recently had a run-in with a patron asking you uncomfortable questions or had a program that was met with protests. Perhaps you have community members who are experiencing mental health issues, homelessness, …