The OLA offers opportunities for learning, networking and celebrating within the library world through a variety of in-person and online events. Through high-quality continuing education and engaging programming, members and the broader library community gain takeaways applicable to their daily work.
Upcoming Events
Virtual
Wed, June 3, 2026 04:00 PM
About This Session How do you use your circulation software to tell a story? The reports and numbers hidden in…
Virtual
Tue, May 12, 2026 04:00 PM
About This Session This session is designed specifically for teacher-librarians seeking to deepen their understanding of the privacy, security, and…
Harbourfront Centre
Tue, May 12, 2026 10:00 AM
Do you love to read? Are you ready to make some noise for books? Do you want to meet your…
Virtual
Thu, April 16, 2026 12:00 PM
The third and final session in the Library Space Design Challenges virtual workshop series! Join other library workers and architects…
Virtual
Wed, April 15, 2026 04:00 PM
About This Session Do you have an eco-friendly school library learning commons? Would you like to know what steps you…
The Japan Foundation
Wed, March 25, 2026 05:30 PM
Join the OLA Special Libraries Committee for a tour of the Japan Foundation Toronto Library! This public lending library is for anyone…
Virtual
Wed, March 25, 2026 12:00 AM
Does your library have universal washrooms? What is your policy on sharps containers? Do you conduct wellness checks? How do…
Virtual
Thu, March 12, 2026 12:00 PM
The second session in the Library Space Design Challenges virtual workshop series! Join other library workers and architects to troubleshoot…
Virtual
Tue, March 10, 2026 04:00 PM
About This Session Join Maria Martella (TinLids) and James Saunders (Saunders Books) as they share the newest in Canadian children’s…
Canadian Opera Company
Thu, February 26, 2026 04:00 PM
Join the OLA Special Libraries Committee for a tour of the Joan Baillie Archives of the Canadian Opera Company! Based in…
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Special Awareness Days
Explore More of What OLA Has to Offer
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- OLA Super Conference: Experience the annual OLA conference, built brick by brick with a focus on addressing issues that matter most to our members across library sectors.
- In-Person and Virtual Events: Join us for exciting annual events hosted by OLA’s divisions and committees.
- Virtual Workshops: Advance your library and information science knowledge by taking advantage of specialized interactive workshops offered through The Education Institute.
- Live OnLibChats: Connect, ask questions, and share your knowledge with your peers working in libraries in a virtual setting moderated by OLA staff and volunteers.
- Connect & Explore Library Tours: Get behind-the-scenes looks at new and exciting library spaces.
- Special Awareness Days: Participate in special days, weeks, and months that highlight topics of importance to the library world on an annual and biennial basis.
