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What’s new in Open Shelf: December 2019

So we have come to the end of 2019 and we hope we are finishing with a blast of good cheer. This month, the last of 2019, our stories are seasonal (think 'Twas the night before Christmas [with a twist]), as we tackle topics such as finding that first great professional gig, volunteering, mandatory retirement, and changing roles in a single organization.

A walk in the snow

My husband and I have taken to walking up and down our road once a day—morning or evening. We’re lucky because we live in…

A Christmas wish for library-job seekers

It’s been six months since I finished my master’s degree and I’ve been applying for work ever since. Recent job-vacancy stats indicate, however, it can be hard to find work in the information sector.

New Year’s resolutions in November

Worried about your New Year's resolution? Maybe these tips can help you.

2019: Advocating on behalf of school libraries

This year, the OSLA council has dedicated much of its work to advocacy, including sending a letter to the minister of education.

Good tidings from Ontario libraries

Enjoy a little festive cheer, shared with you by folks at school and academic libraries in Ontario.

Leslie Weir: LAC moving forward

Leslie Weir is well-known to the Ontario Library Association (OLA) community. As the university librarian at the University of Ottawa from 2003 to 2018,…

Same library, different roles

Beginning a new library position can often be a difficult endeavour; we are never sure what to fully expect when beginning a new role.

‘Twas the night before Christmas (with a twist)

No reindeer or sleigh. Just two feet, two hands and a lumpy sack of books.

“Unapologetically Nêhiyaw”: A conversation with Max FineDay

Samantha Martin-Bird in conversation with Max FineDay about reconciliation, racism, Indigenous identity, and Indigenous revitalization.

Libraries upholding privacy values: Lynda.com and LinkedIn Learning Migration

The migration of Lynda.com to LinkedIn Learning involves a sign in that breaches public libraries' attempts to protect patron information.

Happy retirement! Reflections on public policy and equity in the workplace

Recent proposed amendments to existing legislation could open the door to mandatory retirement for academic staff. What are the pros and cons for librarians?

Genealogy 101: So you’re a genealogy librarian. Now what?

I used to feel frustrated when assisting patrons with their genealogical queries, partly because I lacked adequate training. But this subject can be mastered with formal and informal training.