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The Manitoba Library Association provides leadership in the promotion, development and support of library and information services in Manitoba for the benefit of Association members, the library and information community and the citizens of Manitoba.

08/07/2025

Congratulations to MLA's 2025 Scholarship Winners!

The John Edwin Bissett Memorial Scholarship is awarded to to eligible undergraduates of the University of Manitoba who are pursuing a graduate program in library and information science. Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Manitoba.

Congratulations Arvin Bernardo, Sarah Gilleshammer, Aleksandra Matsuz, Mae Pinniger, Claire Settee, and Rachel Scramstad!

The Jean Thorunn Law Scholarship is awarded to eligible applicants who have worked in a Manitoba library and who choose to further their career by pursuing a graduate program in library and information science. Applicants must have been engaged in recent library work in Manitoba for twelve months.

Congratulations Arvin Bernardo, Rachel Scramstad, and Claire Settee!

The Marilyn J. Hernandez Scholarship is awarded to eligible applicants who are residents of Manitoba and who are pursuing a master’s or PhD in an accredited library and information program.

Congratulations Li Yao!

Watch our website (https://mla.mb.ca/scholarships-and-awards/scholarships/ ) and newsletter for next year’s call for scholarship applications.

07/04/2025

One week left to apply!
MLA is hiring an Executive Director - read on!

The Executive Director oversees operations, strategic planning, governance, communications, and fundraising activities while working closely with the Board of Directors and staff.

Qualifications we're looking for?
*Proven experience in a leadership or executive role, ideally within a library or non-profit organization.
*Strong understanding of governance, strategic planning, and non-profit operations.
*Experience in program development, management, and evaluation.
*Excellent communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and social media.
*Knowledge of fundraising, grant writing, and budget management.
*Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capability to work independently.
*A passion for libraries, education, and community.

For full job description and posting, please visit https://mla.mb.ca/2025/06/20/were-hiring-an-executive-director/

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter
outlining their qualifications and experience to president@mla.mb.ca

Deadline for applications: July 11, 2025

06/20/2025

Join our team!

The Manitoba Library Association is hiring an Executive Director to support our association and membership in the very important work that is done every day by the library profession.

Please share the full job posting (available in pdf form here: https://mla.mb.ca/2025/06/20/were-hiring-an-executive-director/.)

We are excited to hear from all those interested in joining our organization.

06/18/2025

Saturday was incredible! Our book & bake sale raised nearly $7000 for and 🤩🤯😭

We have many to thank:

⭐️ for letting us use your wonderful space
⭐️ for tabling and bringing so much stunning beadwork
⭐️ The dozens of volunteers who collected books, drove, schlepped, baked, sorted, worked the cash, greeted people at the door, set up and tore down, and otherwise made our sale happen 💪💪💪
⭐️ Everyone who donated books to our book drive
⭐️ Everyone who showed up on Saturday, bought a treat and a book or three or forty

We couldn’t do this without you. For real!

See you next year 📚✨

📸 by Alex Boulley

05/29/2025

It's that glorious time of year! When the Manitoba Library Association - Prison Libraries Committee along with the BarNone Prison Visiting Rideshare, hosts it's annual Book & Bake Sale!

Join us Saturday, June 14 at the First Mennonite Church at 922 Notre Dame for (what we modestly consider) the best curated book sale in the city - and pick up some delicious treats as well!

All funds raised go to support incarcerated Manitobans and their loved ones. Thank you for your continued and beautiful support.

Oh - did I mention it's pay-what-you want?! Cash only please!

See you there!

05/27/2025

The Manitoba Library Association was pleased to honour the 2025 Award recipients at this year's awards luncheon, held on May 7 during the Manitoba Library Conference.

Congratulations to:
Lifetime Library Service Award winner, Heather Graham (Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library)
Human Rights Book Award winner, Ebony Novakowski (Red River Polytechnic)
Library Service Award winner, Michelle Boudreau (Westman Regional Library)
Library Technician of the Year, Michelle Rondeau (Winnipeg School Division)
Library Trustee of Distinction, Sharon Fehr (South Central Regional Library (SCRL)

05/14/2025

The Manitoba Library Association awards three annual scholarships to Manitoba students enrolled in Library and Information Studies graduate level programs.

Questions can be directed to the Scholarships committee: awards@mla.mb.ca
More information is available on our website here: https://mla.mb.ca/scholarships-and-awards/scholarships/

The following scholarships are available - deadline is MAY 26:

Jean Thorunn Law Scholarship
The Jean Thorunn Law Scholarship is available to eligible applicants who have worked in a Manitoba library and who choose to further their career by pursuing a graduate program in Library and Information science. Applicants must have been engaged in recent library work in Manitoba for twelve months.

John Edwin Bissett Scholarship
The John Edwin Bissett Scholarship is available to eligible undergraduates of the University of Manitoba who are pursuing a graduate program in Library and Information Science. Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Manitoba.

Marilyn J. Hernandez Scholarship
The Marilyn J. Hernandez Scholarship is available to eligible applicants who are residents of Manitoba and are pursuing a master’s or PhD in an accredited library and information program.

Visit our website for application and more information.
Apply today!

05/09/2025

What an amazing time - you really showed up!
Thank you for engaging and helping to create a wonderful environment for connection and community.

From our opening welcome song by high school student and Inawendiwin project participant, Drayton Perrault on Tuesday morning to our Awards ceremony on Wednesday afternoon, the Manitoba Libraries Conference truly was a great opportunity to create relationships and energize our library community!

Many thanks especially to Drayton, Minister Nellie Kennedy, keynotes Niigaan Sinclair and Chimwemwe Undi, to our wandering minstrels Anne-Marie Williott and Ian Cherry, and most of all: to YOU, the library workers of which we are so proud.

05/04/2025

Are you attending the Manitoba Libraries Conference this week?
Be sure to check out our social events on Tuesday, May 6!

4:30 -6 PM
Wine & Cheese in the Exhibit hall with musical guests: Anne-Marie Williot & Ian Cherry.
Tickets for the Wine & Cheese are included in Tuesday's conference registration. Stand-alone tickets are $20 - available on our website: https://conference.mla.mb.ca/Register/

6:30 PM
Pub Night at Shannon’s Irish Pub
(175 Carlton Street) right across the street from the RBC Convention Centre.

Relax and enjoy the company and connections with library colleagues!

05/01/2025

Thank you to our sponsors! We gratefully acknowledge the following sponsors for this year's Manitoba Libraries Conference. Next week's conference wouldn't be possible without their support!

Sponsors: Winnipeg Public Library Board, United Library Services, Portage & Main Press
Session and Coffee Break Sponsors: University of Manitoba Libraries, CVS Midwest Tape

The Manitoba Libraries Conference is taking place next week, May 6-7, at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg. Visit https://conference.mla.mb.ca/ for more information.

04/30/2025

“Table Talks” is a new networking opportunity that we are introducing at the Manitoba Libraries Conference 2025.

Tables during lunch, coffee breaks, and trade show will be set up with signage that describes a topic of interest. Some have a set date and time and others will just pop up around the venue.

Join that table and meet new friends for lunch or during the wine & cheese, or just during a break in the program!
More information regarding the full schedule at https://conference.mla.mb.ca/

Winnipeg Public Library
RRC Polytech - Library & Academic Services

04/29/2025

Don't forget to sign up for the library tours at the Manitoba Libraries Conference!
We have two fantastic tours - one each day of the conference.

Space is limited (25 people maximum) so register today at https://conference.mla.mb.ca/library-tours/

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Winnipeg, MB

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http://www.mla.mb.ca/

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