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SUMMARY:Managing Hostile Interactions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDelivery: This is a two-day course that requires attendance on both November 18 & 19. The course is presented by InterLINK and delivered by Mario Govorchin in an online webinar-workshop format. Participants can expect a combination of lectures\, presentation slides\, Q&As\, and group engagement. Participants will receive a PDF workbook to follow along during the session and to use as a reference in their work afterwards. This course meets the WorkSafe BC training requirement for violence in the workplace prevention. \nRegister: Complete the online registration form. Registration is open to all BC public library staff. \nCost: Please note\, there is a $150 fee for this course. Your library or library federation will be charged\, so please ensure you have approval for this cost before registering. InterLINK does not bill individuals.
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/managing-hostile-interactions/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Public Library Training
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SUMMARY:Managing Hostile Interactions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDelivery: This is a two-day course that requires attendance on both November 18 & 19. The course is presented by InterLINK and delivered by Mario Govorchin in an online webinar-workshop format. Participants can expect a combination of lectures\, presentation slides\, Q&As\, and group engagement. Participants will receive a PDF workbook to follow along during the session and to use as a reference in their work afterwards. This course meets the WorkSafe BC training requirement for violence in the workplace prevention. \nRegister: Complete the online registration form. Registration is open to all BC public library staff. \nCost: Please note\, there is a $150 fee for this course. Your library or library federation will be charged\, so please ensure you have approval for this cost before registering. InterLINK does not bill individuals.
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/managing-hostile-interactions/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Public Library Training
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Governance in BC Public Libraries: Part 2 – Role Clarity and the Successful Governance Team
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLearning Outcomes: This webinar explores how library boards and library directors work together\, with a focus on clear roles\, effective delegation and strong working relationships. Through examples from BC libraries and guided discussion\, participants will explore: \n\nGovernance fundamentals\nRole responsibilities\nDifferent board models\nBoard as an employer\n\nRegister Here\nAudience: Trustees & Library Directors \nPresenter: Christina De Castell Consulting.  Christina\, former Vancouver Public Library Chief Librarian and current CFLA Executive Director\, is a leader in library policy and advocacy in Canada and internationally. She has 25 years of experience spanning public libraries\, public sector organizations\, and library associations.
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/introduction-to-governance-in-bc-public-libraries-part-2-role-clarity-and-the-successful-governance-team/
CATEGORIES:Governance,Leadership,Public Library Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Library Trustees Association":MAILTO:execdir@bclta.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T110000
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SUMMARY:Critical AI Programming in Libraries - Q&A with Hannah Cyrus
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAfter sharing information about the ethos and logistics of running critical AI programs\, such as having Management on board\, Hannah will take questions from attendees\, both submitted in advance and asked live\, and host a discussion among participants about issues related to critical AI literacy in libraries of all sizes and types. \nConsider viewing Hannah’s free webinars from Niche Academy in advance including “Refusal as Instruction: Breaking Up with Big Tech” and “Refusal as Instruction: Talking to Patrons about AI” (live on September 30th) or reading her article from Information Technology and Libraries\, “Refusal as Instruction.” \nRegister Today!\nPresenter: Hannah Cyrus (she/her) is a reference librarian with a focus on technology instruction and digital privacy. Her work often centers around patrons concerned about their accounts or devices being compromised\, overwhelmed with junk email and spam phone calls\, and concerned by the ubiquitous creepiness of online surveillance capitalism. She is a member of the Library Freedom Project\, and recipient of the 2026 Jim Campbell Intellectual Freedom Award from the Maine Library Association. \n 
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/critical-ai-programming-in-libraries/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Public Library Training
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SUMMARY:BCLTA Trustee Circle: Test and grow your library knowledge
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: By the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nLearn at least one new thing about the library act\, library governance\, and different kinds of BC libraries – we promise!\nKnow about BCLTA’s trustee new knowledge quizzes\, where to find them\, and how to use them\nExplore ideas about how to use these tools in onboarding and annual board development plans\n\nAudience: Trustees & Library Directors \nPresenter: Anne O’Shea\, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions.  She has spent more than 20 years in public and non profit organizations leading teams\, facilitating planning processes\, and designing and managing services. She is passionate about helping people and making a difference. \nDate: Monday November 30th\, 2026 \nRegister Here
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/bclta-trustee-circle-test-and-grow-your-library-knowledge/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Governance,Public Library Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Library Trustees Association":MAILTO:execdir@bclta.bc.ca
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SUMMARY:Getting Festive with the NNELS Collection
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/getting-festive-with-the-nnels-collection/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Children's Services,Collections,Public Library Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Network for Equitable Library Service":MAILTO:megan.sellmer@bc.libraries.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270118T190000
DTSTAMP:20261103T191145Z
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SUMMARY:Trustee Circle – Master the Art of Wearing Two Hats: A Guide For Elected Officials Serving As A Trustee
DESCRIPTION:Balancing elected office with library trusteeship? You’re not alone in this challenge. Join Anne O’Shea\, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions\, to explore BCLTA’s guide for elected trustees. Born from real conversations with seasoned elected officials\, board chairs\, and chief librarians\, this session will cover:\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: By the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nStrategies to navigate the complexity between representing constituents and championing library needs\nBest practices for effective orientation\, participation\, and to foster collaboration\n\nAudience: This session is suitable for elected officials serving on municipal and public library association boards\, board chairs\, new and continuing library trustees\, and library directors. \nPresenter: Anne O’Shea\, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions.  She has spent more than 20 years in public and non profit organizations leading teams\, facilitating planning processes\, and designing and managing services. She is passionate about helping people and making a difference. \nDate: Monday January 18th\, 2027 \nTime: 6:00pm to 7:00pm \nRegister Here
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/trustee-circle-master-the-art-of-wearing-two-hats-a-guide-for-elected-officials-serving-as-a-trustee/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Governance,Public Library Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Library Trustees Association":MAILTO:execdir@bclta.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270120T110000
DTSTAMP:20261030T202310Z
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SUMMARY:When Programs Go Wrong: Being Adaptive in Difficult Situations
DESCRIPTION:How do I handle a presenter who’s using my session as a sales campaign? What happens when barely any people show up to my big event? Should I cancel if my equipment breaks? Help! I didn’t schedule enough staff for the amount of patrons here! There are many great resources that help design the best programs for your library. But what happens when things go wrong during the program? \nThe nature of running programs is that eventually one will have a disruptive problem\, whether it be minor issues such as equipment malfunctions\, or major such as severely unmanageable participants. This session speaks to what to do then; tricks\, tips and tools that can help salvage programs in difficult situations. This is not a presentation on how to avoid problems designing programs\, but an education on accepting that problems come up\, and how to manage them. The presenters will speak to problem program experiences they’ve had\, what they did\, then open up the discussion to the audience. Attendees will also be invited to share and all kinds of public programs will be discussed. \nJoin Kelsey Waggener (Librarian\, Programming and Community Connections – Coquitlam Public Library) and Tanya Rogoschewsky (Director\, Community Engagement and Programming – Regina Public Library) \nRegister Today!\nThis workshop was originally offered at the 2026 BC Library Conference.
URL:https://stg-httpsbclaconnectca-staging.kinsta.cloud/event/when-programs-go-wrong-being-adaptive-in-difficult-situations/
CATEGORIES:Programming,Public Library Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Library Association":MAILTO:prodev@bcla.bc.ca
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