Connect with library and information professionals beyond MLA. Explore associations and professional networks supporting librarians, library technicians, archivists and other information professionals in Manitoba, across Canada and throughout North America.
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Manitoba Associations
Discover organizations supporting Manitoba’s library, archival, and information communities through professional development, advocacy, collaboration and networking.
Manitoba School Library Association (MSLA)
Supports school library personnel through professional learning, advocacy and opportunities to strengthen school library services across Manitoba.
Association for Manitoba Archives (AMA)
Represents archivists and archival institutions in Manitoba, promoting the preservation of archival records, professional standards and public awareness.
Manitoba Association of Health Information Providers (MAHIP)
A provincial network supporting health information professionals and promoting access to quality health information services and resources.
Canadian Associations & Networks
Explore national and provincial organizations that advocate for libraries, support professional learning and connect people working across different library sectors.
Canadian Federation of Library Associations / Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques (CFLA-FCAB)
Canada’s national voice for library associations, advocating for library values, intellectual freedom, equitable access and policies affecting libraries.
The Partnership
A national network bringing together provincial and territorial library associations to collaborate on services, professional development and shared resources.
Canadian Association of Research Libraries / Association des bibliothèques de recherche du Canada (CARL-ABRC)
Supports Canadian research libraries through collaboration, advocacy, leadership and initiatives advancing research and scholarly communication.
Canadian Urban Libraries Council / Conseil des bibliothèques urbaines du Canada (CULC-CBUC)
Connects Canada’s urban public library systems to share expertise, strengthen advocacy and advance library services in communities.
Canadian School Libraries (CSL)
Supports school library learning commons through research, professional learning, resources and collaboration among school library practitioners and educators.
Fédération des milieux documentaires (FMD)
Brings together French-speaking library and information professionals and organizations, supporting professional development, collaboration and access to information.
Ontario Association of Library Technicians / Association des bibliotechniciens de l’Ontario (OALT/ABO)
Supports library technicians and information professionals through continuing education, professional recognition and networking opportunities.
Canadian Health Libraries Association / Association des bibliothèques de la santé du Canada (CHLA-ABSC)
Connects health information professionals across Canada through education, research, professional standards and collaboration.
National Indigenous Knowledge and Language Alliance / Alliance nationale des connaissances et des langues autochtones (NIKLA-ANCLA)
Brings together Indigenous knowledge and language workers, organizations and allies to support Indigenous knowledge systems, languages and related professional communities.
North American Associations & Networks
Connect with organizations working across Canada and the United States to advance library services, professional learning, research and advocacy.
American Library Association (ALA)
Advocates for libraries and library workers, promoting equitable access to information, intellectual freedom, professional development and library services.
Association of Research Libraries (ARL)
Represents leading research libraries in Canada and the United States, supporting research, scholarly communication, leadership and information policy.
Urban Libraries Council (ULC)
Connects urban public library leaders across North America to share innovative practices, strengthen communities and advance the role of public libraries.
Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL)
A division of the American Library Association supporting academic and research library professionals through learning opportunities, research and professional resources.
IFLA North America Regional Division
Part of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), this regional division connects library professionals and organizations across Canada and the United States to strengthen collaboration and advocacy.
International Associations & Networks
Explore international organizations connecting library and information professionals worldwide, promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing and advocacy across borders.
International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
The global voice of libraries, IFLA represents library and information professionals worldwide, advancing professional standards, international collaboration and equitable access to information.