Indigenous voices: An interview with Terri Meekis
The Wabauskang First Nation Public Library (WFNPL) is one of the newest public libraries to be built on a reserve in Ontario.
Librarians on a “Leave for Change”
Leave for Change is a programme that sends volunteers on three-week assignments to developing countries. Juliene McLaughlin tells Wayne Johnston about her first overseas assignment.
Darin White
We showcase some of the great library professionals currently working with technology, get to know them, and share their experiences.
Two views on inclusivity
A conversation between Rashed Ahmad and Todd Kyle that offers two perspectives on inclusivity as it relates to the library world.
Enriching learning through game-based pedagogy
Games can increase learner attention and retention—for learners of all ages.
LGBTQ+: 2018 in review
We look back on 2018, noting domestic and international issues that have impacted LGBTQ+ people.
Monica Socol
Monica Socol manages the Digital Technology Services team ats the Hamilton Public Library ...
Unpacking offence and harm
“Offence and harm” is one of our core editorial principles and it may be problematic as many of us may not fully understand either the legal definition and implications of this concept.
Cultural diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Arvind Singh is the chair of the OLA Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Committee and works at the Hamilton Public Library.
Cultural diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Mandissa Arlain is a library technician at the Ryerson University Library and Archives.
John Vincent: Libraries, the universe & everything
I interviewed John Vincent by email in February, 2018. I have known John since we were both chief librarians in London in the 1990s…
Many hats, a door that’s hard to close: Life in small(er) libraries
There are approximately 380 public libraries across Ontario. The majority of these libraries serve smaller, frequently rural populations, with 258 serving resident populations under…