Open Letter Regarding Bill 28 and the Public Libraries Act
Please read the following open letter from CULC/CBUC’s Executive Director Mary Chevreau to Minister Williams.
Advocacy
CULC advocates for equitable access to library services and advances policies that strengthen the role of urban libraries in Canada.
Overview
CULC is committed to advocating for urban libraries as vital community hubs that foster literacy, innovation, and equity. Our advocacy work amplifies the collective voices of library leaders and staff, addressing systemic challenges and promoting policies that empower libraries to serve their communities effectively.
CULC’s advocacy efforts have resulted in some major achievements including:
- Influence on pre-budget decisions through policy submissions advocating for increased funding and support for library services
- Recognition of champions of librarianship, elevating the profession and its societal impact
- Partnership with the Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) to expand access to materials for Canadians with print disabilities
- Development of influential statements on diversity, inclusion, and social equity, positioning libraries as leaders in community transformation
You can learn about our advocacy work below.
Alberta Announces Concerning Changes to its Libraries Act with Bill 28
Today, the Canadian Urban Library Council / Conseil des Bibliothèques Urbaines du Canada (CULC/CBUC) learned that Alberta’s Minister…
Ken Haycock Award for Promoting Librarianship
The Ken Haycock Award for Promoting Librarianship honours individuals who have significantly enhanced the public recognition and appreciation…
CULC/CBUC Creates New Award for Intellectual Freedom in honour of Vickery Bowles
To acknowledge Vickery’s contribution to the library sector, and to democratic values and Intellectual Freedom, CULC/CBUC has created…
Digital Content Working Group
CULC established the Digital Content Working Group to advocate for equitable, affordable, and sustainable access to digital content…
Partnerships
CULC actively collaborates with a diverse range of organizations to enhance library services and advocate for equitable access…
Statements & Briefs
CULC issues statements and briefs to articulate positions, respond to emerging issues, and advocate for policies that enhance…
Centre for Equitable Library Access
CULC collaborates with the Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) to ensure Canadians with print disabilities have access…
Federal Policy Submissions
CULC engages in federal policy advocacy to support urban library services across Canada. Through comprehensive submissions and strategic…
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