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

Forest of Reading Festival
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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…
 
OLA Super Conference 2026 - Save the Date!
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Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Wed, January 28, 2026
The Ontario Library Association Super Conference will be taking place January 28-31, 2026 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Please…
 
Spilling the Leaves! Tips and Tricks for an Engaging Forest of Reading Program
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Virtual
Thu, December 11, 2025 04:00 PM
About This Session: The Forest of Reading® program presents an opportunity for school library staff to promote and share Canada’s…
 
Think Outside the Book: Innovative Program Ideas for Your SLLC
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Virtual
Wed, November 19, 2025 04:00 PM
About This Session: Are you looking for fresh programming ideas for your school library learning commons? Do you need resources…
 
Copyright Symposium 2025: Speaker Series
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Virtual
Wed, November 19, 2025
The OLA Copyright Committee regularly hosts a symposium focusing on issues related to copyright for various types of libraries.  As…
 
Child and Youth EXPO 2025: Courage, Connection, Community - Save the Date!
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Hamilton Central Library
Wed, November 5, 2025 , All Day
Join us for a day of inspiration as we explore how libraries can foster courage, connection, and community through children…
 
Unscripted: Adaptive & Accessible Instruction in Health Libraries - Save the Date!
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Virtual
Thu, October 23, 2025 , All Day
The Ontario Health Library and Information Association (OHLIA) represents library staff involved with the provision of health information in a diverse…
 
Get Involved: How to Connect & Contribute in Libraryland
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Virtual
Tue, October 21, 2025 04:00 PM
About This Session: It is easy to feel alone in #libraryland - especially when you may be the only one…
 
Mini Career Centre: Resumes and Cover Letters
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Tue, October 21, 2025 12:00 PM
Registrants will have the opportunity to discuss resumes and application do’s and don’ts, get interview tips, hear about trends in…
Rupert Edwards Library Tour
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The Royal Conservatory
Wed, October 8, 2025 04:00 PM
Join the OLA Special Libraries Committee as we tour the Rupert Edwards Library. Built in 2009, this library is a valued resource for students…

Please visit the OLA Events page for more information.​

Special Awareness Days

Explore More of What OLA Has to Offer

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  1. 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. 
  2. In-Person and Virtual Events: Join us for exciting annual events hosted by OLA’s divisions and committees.  
  3. Virtual Workshops: Advance your library and information science knowledge by taking advantage of specialized interactive workshops offered through The Education Institute.  
  4. 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.  
  5. Connect & Explore Library Tours: Get behind-the-scenes looks at new and exciting library spaces.  
  6. 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.