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November 22, 2022
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Call for Proposals – 50th Annual Workshop on Instruction in Library Use (WILU)

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Call for Proposals

The 2023 Workshop for Instruction in Library Use (WILU) marks the 50th conference devoted to teaching and learning in libraries.

Presenters and attendees from Canada and beyond meet to discuss information literacy as it continuously evolves in various library settings.

The Program Committee invites proposals for the 50th edition of WILU hosted at McGill University located in Montreal, Québec, Canada from May 16 to 19, 2023.

Proposal requirements

Each proposal must contain:

  1. Name and e-mail address of primary contact
  2. Names and affiliations of other presenters
  3. Title and abstract (for the program should your proposal be accepted, up to 100 words)
  4. Description
    1. Presentation – up to 350 words
    2. Workshop – up to 500 words (include learning outcomes and active learning strategies)
    3. Panel discussion – up to 350 words

Proposals will be accepted until Monday, December 5, 2022 at midnight. Please note that presentations can be in English or in French.

To find out more check out the link here!

If you have questions or comments, please contact us at 2023wilu@gmail.com. 

November 21, 2022
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SAVE THE DATE

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Manitoba Library Association is pleased to announce the return of MLA Conference

Save the Date: May 18-19, 2023

VIRTUAL DELIVERY

This year’s conference theme is Access and Accessibility. This theme will bring forward education with specific attention to the Accessibility for Manitobans Act and Accessibility Standard for Information and Communications, as well as topics addressing access and accessibility broadly – in keeping with MLA’s commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion as a key pillar in our programming.

Volunteer opportunities, call for proposals, and registration details to come!

 

 

March 18, 2021
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MLA-SLA Joint Conference, June 14-16, 2021

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MLA/SLA Joint Conference logo and link to conference webpage

The theme of Libraries: Better Together reflects the essential role of libraries in building and promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equity and providing space for cultural and public engagement. Libraries are a proactive, future-oriented force in life-long learning, innovation, social connection, and the economic well-being of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. The conference will offer a range of sessions that will be of interest to libraries of all types and all sizes in all sectors (academic, public, school, special). To access the Conference website, please click here.
December 24, 2020
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MLA/SLA Conference 2021 Volunteer Opportunities Call for Expressions of Interest

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We are partnering with the Saskatchewan Library Association to plan and host a virtual conference in June 2021!

This will be a different experience for both attendees and organizers. A virtual conference will require a different approach, and in many respects a different skill set. The following is a preliminary list of roles, recognizing that changes may occur as we proceed.

Program
Social
Technology
Communications

If you have experience/interest in the above roles, please provide your name, contact information, and area of expertise/interest by January 8, 2021.

Please note that we may not be able to accommodate everyone, as we expect fewer volunteers will be required compared to an in-person event.

Thank you in advance for your interest.

Conference Co-chairs,

Kerry Macdonald, MLA
kmmacdonald@RRC.CA

Michael Shires, SLA
March 13, 2020
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Cancelled: CFLA-FCAB National Forum & Manitoba Libraries Conference April 6-8, 2020

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The Canadian Federation of Library Association and the Manitoba Library Association have made the decision to cancel the upcoming National Forum and Manitoba Libraries Conference, April 6-8 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

On March 11, COVID-19 was assessed and declared a global pandemic by theWorld Health Organization (WHO). It is understood that mass gatherings pose a great risk. It is with sadness, that we are obligated to cancel this event as scheduled.

We will provide further communication early next week outlining the steps that will be taken in terms of dealing with reimbursements.

Please see the CFLA-FCAB website to read the full press release.

March 12, 2020
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Information about the CFLA-FCAB National Forum and Manitoba Libraries Conference related to COVID-19

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Dear Members and Delegates,

This message has been prepared for those attending the Manitoba Libraries Conference and the CFLA-FCAB National Forum April 6-8, 2020 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Regarding COVID-19. 

The well-being and experience of delegates is our top priority. We appreciate that many delegates are joining us from out of province for this event. To date there are no confirmed instances of COVID-19 in Manitoba. The risk of acquiring COVID-19 in Manitoba remains low and Manitoba officials are working closely with the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to monitor the situation.

Updates from the Government of Canada and Provincial and Territorial Updates including prevention, risks, and travel advice have been collected on Librarianship.ca.

Together, MLA and CFLA-FCAB will continue to discuss and monitor this situation while planning for the best possible experience for all delegates.  If there are any notable changes to our conference schedule or plans, we will provide expedient updates.

We look forward to hosting you in just 4 weeks in Winnipeg, Manitoba April 6-8.

Please contact us at president@mla.mb.ca if you wish to discuss further or have questions.

Sincerely,

Kerry Macdonald
President, Manitoba Library Association
Chair, Manitoba Libraries Conference 2020
Co-Chair, CFLA-FCAB National Forum Program Committee

Julie Mckenna
Chair, Canadian Federation of Library Associations
Prairie Provinces Representative (Manitoba & Saskatchewan)

November 20, 2019
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Call for Session Proposals for Manitoba Libraries Conference, April 6 & 7, 2020

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We are excited to announce that the Manitoba Libraries Conference 2020 will take place on April 6th and 7th at the Delta Winnipeg Hotel.

The Program Committee invites you to submit a proposal showcasing your ideas, research, and library initiatives. Proposals are being accepted for 50-minute sessions and 10-minute lightning talks. Lightning Talk proposals should fit into a broad theme of advocacy, programming, and/or partnerships.

Proposals that appeal to the cross-section of attendees are encouraged; however, all proposals will be reviewed and considered by the Program Committee.

The deadline for submissions is December 20, 2019. You will receive a response on or before January 10, 2020.

Submission Form:  https://forms.gle/YBuHzASfePNqcC1a6

Do you have questions?  Please email the Programming Committee or Conference Chair at mblibrariesconference@gmail.com