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 …
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly advanced in recent years, and its use continues to grow. For libraries, understanding its applications—and the potential risks—is essential, especially when it comes to collection development. AI is being used by authors and publishers alike to streamline their work. This can be problematic depending on …
The library board is responsible for the comprehensive and efficient delivery of library services to the community. One way the board does this is by creating policies and bylaws that outline best practices for the day-to-day operations of the board and the library. According to the Government of Alberta website …