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BCLA is the professional association for library workers and libraries from all library sectors in British Columbia.
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Adam Wilton of the Provincial Resource Centre for the Visually Impaired is hosting 'Accessibility Resources for K-12 Students with Print Disabilities' on October 6th at 2pm. Register today to learn about key features of accessible books and the network of agencies in BC. tinyurl.com/K12BCstudents
On a light blue background, the text says 'Accessibility Resources for K-12 Students with Print Disabilities' hosted by Adam Wilton, Program Manager for the Provincial Resource Centre for the Visually Impaired. Tuesday, October 6, 2pm-3pm Pacific, virtually on Zoom. A graphic image shows a boy in a blue shirt listening to a book, while holding a book and touching the pages. There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program.
September 24, 2026 at 8:59 PM
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On Friday, October 2nd we kick-off the month with "Building a Sensory Musical Storytime Nest" thanks to Sandra Schuffert & Erin Cockriell. Participants will learn musical tips and tricks to help create a more inclusive space for sensory seekers and avoiders. Register today! tinyurl.com/musicnest
On a light blue background the text says "Building a Sensory Musical Storytime Nest" presented by Sandra Schuffert and Erin Cockriell. Friday, October 2nd, 10am-11am Pacific, virtually on Zoom. There is a child-like graphic of a singing green worm holding a book. There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program.
September 16, 2026 at 9:42 PM
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Kellee Warren presents "Reluctant Leadership / Management for Mid-Career Librarians" on Tues. Sept. 22nd at 10am
discussing the benefits and challenges of advancement in the library, including training gaps in our organizations. Register today (equity pricing available). tinyurl.com/bclawarren
On a light blue background, the text says "Reluctant leadership / management for mid-career librarians. Hosted by: Kellee E. Warren, Associate Professor and Special Collections Librarian. Tuesday, September 22, 10am-11:15am Pacific, virtually on Zoom. There is a headshot of Kellee, a Black, middle-aged woman with short curly hair. She is smiling, wearing gold hooped earrings, and has a bright pink scarf. She is wearing a light blue jacket and the background suggests she is outside but sitting on a set of stairs. There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program.
September 1, 2026 at 7:52 PM
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Our first fall panel is “Alternative Library Careers” on Wed. Sept. 9th featuring a fabulous line-up: Krista Boehnert (Island Health), Laurie Davidson (CELA), Lisa Hoskins (Ministry of Housing & Municipal Affairs) and Tara Robertson (Coach & Consultant). Register here: tinyurl.com/bclapanel
On a light blue background, the text says, "Panel: Alternative Library Careers, featuring Krista Boehnert, Laurie Davidson, Lisa Hoskins & Tara Robertson. Wednesday, September 9th, 10am-11:30am Pacific, virtually on Zoom." There is a graphic image with words like career, education, strategy and success formed into a lightbulb shape. There are two logos at the bottom for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development Program.
August 13, 2026 at 8:22 PM
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On Tuesday, Aug. 25th at 10am, Don Taylor & Trish Mau will discuss access to copyrighted materials for people with perceptual disabilities and the emerging copyright implications of AI in Canada. Register today and submit your questions! bclaconnect.ca/event/copyri...
On a light blue background, the text says, "Copyright Issues and Advocacy Workshop" hosted by Donald Taylor & Trish Mau. Tuesday, August 25th, 10am-11am Pacific, virtually on Zoom. There is a graphic image of the copyright symbol, and two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program.
August 11, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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Our next AI Exploration series workshop (Wed. Aug. 12th at 10am) is on readers' advisory, how different digital services curate their content, and the value of human connection within libraries c/o Allison Jones & Brooklyn Kemp of GVPL. Register here: tinyurl.com/readersadvis...
On a light blue background, the text says "It's like talking to a good friend: Or, the importance of human and librarian curated Readers' Advisory. Hosted by Allison Jones & Brooklyn Kemp. Wednesday, August 12 at 10am-11:30am Pacific, virtually on Zoom." A photo of a female librarian with ginger hair passing a book to a young black man is included. There are book shelves in the background with two students reviewing a book. There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program on the bottom.
July 27, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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Public Libraries are struggling across BC, they have not had an increase to regular operating funds since 2010. Help support your BC Libraries by signing and sharing our petition today! We need your support! #BC #libraries #books #BritishColumbia #freedom #accessibility
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May 22, 2026 at 6:03 AM
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"Restorative practice is the art of having difficult conversations and seeks to turn bad situations into good learning opportunities." Join Toby Mueller on Tues. June 16th, 2pm-3pm for 'Restorative Practice: Why should public libraries learn to use it?' Register today: tinyurl.com/restorativel...
On a light blue background the text says "Restorative Practice: Why should public libraries learn to use it? Hosted by Toby Mueller. Tuesday, June 16th at 2pm-3pm Pacific, virtually on Zoom." There is a line drawing graphic of balanced scales and two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program.
June 2, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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On Tues. June 9th at 2pm we are hosting Audrey Jun, Executive Director of Nidus for her free workshop "Personal Planning and Representation Agreements" to help librarians support their patrons and find resources when planning for incapacity and end-of-life. Register today! tinyurl.com/nidusbcla
On a light blue background, the text says "Personal Planning and Representation Agreements to Support Library Patrons. Presented by: Audrey Jun of Nidus. Tuesday, June 9th, 2pm-3pm Pacific, virtually on Zoom." There is a headshot of Audrey, who is a young Asian woman with mid-length black hair. She is smiling and wears a gray cardigan over a black shirt. There are three logos for Nidus, British Columbia Library Association, and the Professional Development Program included.
May 28, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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On Tues. May 26th, BCLA is hosting the panel 'Developing AI Policies in Canadian Public Libraries' with Laural Raine (TPL), Patricia Lesku (WVML) and Vicky Varga (EPL) to learn about their process, policies, and glean advice. Register today for this free event & recording. tinyurl.com/aipolicypanel
On a light blue background, the text says "Panel: Development AI Policies in Canadian Public Libraries featuring Laural Raine, Patricia Lesku, and Vicky Varga. Tuesday, May 26th at 10am-11:30am Pacific, Virtually on Zoom." There is an image generated by Canva AI that shows a group of adults seated a table with their laptops, and there are book shelves in the background. There are two logos at the bottom for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development Program.
May 19, 2026 at 8:18 PM
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On Wed. May 20th we're offering "Creating Accessible Library Services for Children with Disabilities" thanks to @nnelsca.bsky.social and @celalibrary.bsky.social. Learn to plan and deliver programs, and enhance services for young patrons with disabilities. Register today! tinyurl.com/accessiblepr...
On a light blue background, the text says, "Creating Accessible Library Services for Children with Disabilities. Presented by: Jessica Desormeaux (CELA) and Megan Sellmer (NNELS). Wednesday, May 20th at 10am-11am PST, virtually on Zoom." There is a photo of three children pointing at a picture book. And the logos of the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program are included.
May 11, 2026 at 5:32 PM
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Thank you CUPE BC @cupebc.bsky.social www.cupe.bc.ca for your generous sponsorship of our Closing Keynote Dr. Shahana Alibhai site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
See you next week at the 2026 BC Library Conference! #BCLA2026 #premiersponsor
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April 17, 2026 at 8:58 PM
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Thank you Library Bound Inc www.librarybound.com for your generous sponsorship of the 2026 BCLA Awards Lunch. site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
See you next week at the 2026 BC Library Conference! #BCLA2026 #premiersponsor
A drawing of lit Edison bulbs growing out of the ground with leaves around their bases, symbolizing the generation and growth of ideas.Banner reads “Brave ideas, Bright Futures. 2026 BC Library Conference.” Additional text reads: "Thank you to our 2026 Awards Lunch Sponsor!" Below is the logo for Library Bound.
April 17, 2026 at 5:31 PM
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Thank you BCGEU @bcgeu.bsky.social www.bcgeu.ca for your generous sponsorship of our Plenary Session: "Recent Challenges to Intellectual Freedom in Alberta" site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
Join us at the 2026 BC Library Conference! #BCLA2026 #premiersponsor
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April 16, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Thank you BCGEU @bcgeu.bsky.social www.bcgeu.ca for your generous sponsorship of our Plenary Session: "Recent Challenges to Intellectual Freedom in Alberta" site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
Join us at the 2026 BC Library Conference! #BCLA2026 #premiersponsor
photo of BC Library Conference Plenary Session speaker Laura Winton. Text reads: "Thank you to our 2026 BC Library Conference Plenary Session Sponsor." Below is the word mark logo for BCGEU.
April 16, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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Thank you UBC Library www.library.ubc.ca for your generous sponsorship of our Opening Keynote Dr. Jenna Hartel site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
See you at the 2026 BC Library Conference! #BCLA2026 #premiersponsor
photo of BC Library Conference Opening Keynote speaker Dr. Jenna Hartel. Text reads: "Thank you to our 2026 BC Library Conference Opening Keynote Sponsor." Below is the word mark logo for UBC Library.
April 16, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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Thank you to our 2026 BC Library Conference Refreshment Break Sponsors: United Library Services ulscan.bsky.social www.uls.com and Whitehots www.whitehots.com
We are so grateful for your support! See you next week at #BCLA2026 ! site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
A drawing of lit Edison bulbs growing out of the ground with leaves around their bases, symbolizing the generation and growth of ideas.Banner reads: “Brave ideas, Bright Futures. 2026 BC Library Conference" Additional text reads: "Thank you to our 2026 Refreshment Break Sponsors!" Included are the logos for United Library Services and Whitehots.
April 15, 2026 at 8:29 PM
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We'd like to welcome our returning and new exhibitors to the 2026 BC Library Conference! The Trade Show is a great place to discover new products and services to support libraries at #BCLA2026
Check it out on Wed April 22 and Thu April 23 site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
A drawing of lit Edison bulbs growing out of the ground with leaves around their bases, symbolizing the generation and growth of ideas.Banner reads: “Brave ideas, Bright Futures. 2026 BC Library Conference. Additional text reads: "Visit our 2026 Exhibitors!" Included are the logos for the 2026 BC Library Conference Exhibitors, arranged in alphabetic order.
April 15, 2026 at 5:57 PM
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Join Chris Knapp, Children's & Teen Librarian next Tuesday, April 14th at 10am for his workshop The Co-op Gaming Experience, exploring unique ways to promote cross-generational inclusion and learning at the library! Register today.
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On a light blue background the text says "The Co-op Gaming Experience: Cross-generational inclusion. Presented by Chris Knapp, Tuesday, April 14th, 10am-11am PST Virtually on Zoom." A head shot of Chris is included. He is a young, white man with curly short hair. He is smiling, wearing a dark green shirt, and is standing in front of book shelves at the library.
April 7, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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Thank you to our 2026 BC Library Conference Refreshment Break Sponsors: United Library Services @ulscan.bsky.social www.uls.com and Whitehots www.whitehots.com
We are so grateful for your support! site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20... #BCLA2026
A drawing of lit Edison bulbs growing out of the ground with leaves around their bases, symbolizing the generation and growth of ideas.Banner reads: “Brave ideas, Bright Futures. 2026 BC Library Conference" Additional text reads: "Thank you to our 2026 Refreshment Break Sponsors!" Included are the logos for United Library Services and Whitehots.
April 1, 2026 at 11:57 PM
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Next Wednesday, April 8th at 10am, Law Librarian Mita Williams will present on Open Data and AI and how library staff can contribute to making community data accessible through existing projects. Register today! bclaconnect.ca/resources/co...
On a light blue background the text says, 'Open Data & AI: what if we used AI as an excuse to provide structured open data to our communities?' Presented by Mita Williams. Wednesday, April 8th at 10am-11am PST, Virtually on Zoom. There is a headshot of Mita, who has dark, graying hair at shoulder length. She has lighter skin, wears glasses and is smiling. She wears a green sweater over a dark collared shirt.
April 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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On March 25th, Simon Jaeger (NNELS) and Ioana Gandrabur (CELA) are hosting "Navigating Toward Better Accessibility in Audiobooks." The workshop includes a demo of new audiobook options for those with print disabilities and how AI may improve accessibility. Register here: tinyurl.com/accessibleau...
On a light blue background, the text says "Navigating Toward Better Accessibility in Audiobooks, presented by Simon Jaeger and Ioana Gandrabur, Wednesday March 25th at 10am-11am PST, virtually on Zoom." There is a graphic symbol showing a computer monitor with a headset next to two books. The logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Provincial Professional Development program are included.
March 19, 2026 at 4:38 PM
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Thank you Library Bound Inc www.librarybound.com for your generous sponsorship of the 2026 BCLA Awards Lunch. site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
Join us at the 2026 BC Library Conference! #BCLA2026 #premiersponsor
A drawing of lit Edison bulbs growing out of the ground with leaves around their bases, symbolizing the generation and growth of ideas.Banner reads “Brave ideas, Bright Futures. 2026 BC Library Conference.” Additional text reads: "Thank you to our 2026 Awards Lunch Sponsor!" Below is the logo for Library Bound.
March 4, 2026 at 7:37 PM
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On Thurs. March 12th, McKelle Hansen (Library Access Specialist at the North Vancouver City Library) will be presenting "From Barriers to Belonging: Designing a Community Hub that centers the needs of marginalized patrons" based on the Open Door Community Hub. Register today. tinyurl.com/opendoorhub
On a light blue background the text says, 'From Barriers to Belonging: designing a community hub that centers the needs of marginalized patrons. Presented by McKelle Hansen. Thursday, March 12th, 10am-11am PST, Virtually on Zoom.' There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program. A simple graphic shows two people entering through an open door.
March 2, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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Thank you CUPE BC @cupebc.bsky.social www.cupe.bc.ca for your generous sponsorship of our Closing Keynote Dr. Shahana Alibhai site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla20...
Join us at the 2026 BC Library Conference! #BCLA2026 #premiersponsor
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February 25, 2026 at 5:51 PM