HumanWare has released an update for the Victor Reader Stream 3, containing new features and bug fixes. Join us to learn about the changes and how they can improve the experience of reading content from the National Network for Equitable Library service (NNELS) catalogue using the Victor Reader Stream 3. Visit our webinar page for […]
Managing Hostile Interactions training equips library staff with practical tools to navigate difficult situations safely and respectfully. Participants will gain an understanding on how to define hostility and examine its forms and dynamics, learn proven strategies for de-escalation, and explore techniques to effectively confront and set limits on hostile behaviours. Delivery: This is a two-day […]
Managing Hostile Interactions training equips library staff with practical tools to navigate difficult situations safely and respectfully. Participants will gain an understanding on how to define hostility and examine its forms and dynamics, learn proven strategies for de-escalation, and explore techniques to effectively confront and set limits on hostile behaviours. Delivery: This is a two-day […]
The Read Local BC BookBlast! is back and this presentation will focus on brand new and upcoming children & youth titles (fiction and nonfiction) published here in BC. Sarah Felkar (Executive Director of Books BC) is our host and will provide a CataList resource for easy book ordering details while publisher reps provide a whirlwind of […]
You are invited to join us on the third Friday of every month from noon – 1pm PT for BCLA’s monthly Climate Action Committee meeting. We welcome all library workers and students who have questions/ideas to share or just want to listen. You do not have to be a BCLA member to join. Branches Meeting […]
Registration is open for the BCALS Knowledge & Ideas Exchange 2026 event! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to hear about exciting work that’s being done at other institutions in BC and to participate in important discussions on professional topics. This is also a great space to present new initiatives, solicit support or feedback on challenges you […]
Join the BC Library Trustees Association for Part 2 of our newly launched Introduction to Governance in BC Public Libraries resource. Developed through engagement with library directors, trustees and the Province of BC, it provides core learning for new trustees and a valuable refresher for experienced board member. Learning Outcomes: This webinar explores how library boards and […]
Hannah Cyrus, Digital Media Librarian at Bangor Public Library in Maine, will give a brief presentation about the creation and implementation of her popular "Avoiding AI" programs, which teach patrons what generative AI is, how it works, what the major concerns are with it, and how to disable AI functions on different devices and platforms. […]
Presented by Laurie Davidson, Executive Director, CELA and Daniella Levy-Pinto, NNELS Manager, National Network for Equitable Library Service. The exceptions in the Copyright Act for persons with perceptual or print disabilities (section 32) recognize fundamental rights in the copyright regime, such as the rights to access works, education, and cultural participation. Libraries, alternate format producers, […]
Join us for a lively and fun session highlighting BCLTA’s newest learning resource – a collection of trustee knowledge quizzes. Anne O’Shea, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions will walk participants through this new resource. Learning Outcomes: By the end of the session, participants will: Learn at least one new thing about the library act, library […]
Misinformation spreads quickly – sometimes faster than the truth – and libraries are often the first places its impacts show up. This session provides language, framing and approaches participants can use to support library users, friends and family members in navigating the often-overwhelming challenges associated with misinformation. The session introduces key content from the BC's […]
The holiday season is approaching fast! The NNELS catalogue features many holiday-themed titles in accessible formats. Join us for an exploration of our festive collection, where we will guide you through finding some great winter reads. You will also learn about organizing group activities like reading, games, and puzzles that are accessible to everyone.
