RIMMFing: RDA cataloguing sans MARC
Author, title, publisher, year of publication—that’s all the bibliographic description needed to find an item, right? Maybe for a monograph but, even for one…
Ten Wordless Picture Books to Promote Language Development
It may seem strange that a book with no words can help a child develop language … but language is more than vocabulary. Language…
Pokémon GO! 7 Ways a Library Took on a Phenomenon
Did you get caught up in Pokémon GO! fever? While the pace was frantic, Halifax Public Libraries was able to stay astride, and we…
Coast to Coast to Coast: Digital File-Based Workflows at the CBC
On a busy day, the phone (yes, an actual telephone) would ring off the hook and, heart pounding, you would furiously scribble down notes,…
Different Views of “aboutness”: Rise of the Machines?
We all see things a little differently. Unique perspectives can help to feed curiosity and innovation. But in an era of information overload, differing…
Bravery in Collaboration
Working in libraries we must be brave. Bravery can come in many forms - the socially conscious books we add to our collection, the…
Ryerson University Student Learning Centre
"We wanted to create a campus hub: a technologically rich, flexible and congenial library environment to inspire interaction, introspection, discovery, and innovation. The Student Learning…
Up to Date or Out of Date? New Skills for Today’s Libraries
How do you keep pace with the increasing expectations of library users? Libraries have always existed to meet the needs of the people that…
Haliburton County Public Library Wilberforce Branch
"Although it appears to be stand-alone, the library is actually fulfilling a number of community functions. The Highlands East Council meets at the library -they meet…
TPL Scarborough Civic Centre Branch
"TPL’s goal was to increase use, serve the needs of a growing neighbourhood and evolve with changing technology. A raised panel floor is used for optimal adaptability in upgrading services…
Toronto Public Library Fort York Branch Library
"The branch is bright, with modern spaces and spectacular views. It offers many opportunities to linger and work: study pods, laptop bar, huge old growth wood…
Centennial College Ashtonbee Campus Renewal & Library
"The new library is not a traditional library. It is coupled with student services, bookstore, student commons, and a cultural centre. The result provides students with…