About OLITA

The Ontario Library and Information Technology Association (OLITA) is a community passionate about exploring the use of technology in information management organizations. A volunteer-driven organization, we champion the use of emerging technology to enrich information services, projects, and collections, and strive to make technology accessible to all. OLITA works to:

  • Connect people, virtually and in-person, to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration in regard to technology;
  • Build partnerships with other technology organizations, to widen and strengthen our network;
  • Cultivate innovation by sharing ideas, promoting emerging technology, and offering professional development opportunities;
  • Advocate for equal access to technology and the importance of digital literacy.

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OLITA Council

Ashley Prince

Ashley Prince

2025 President

Ben-Van-Gorp-OLITA

Ben Van Gorp

2025 Vice President
East Gwillimbury Public Library

Amir Feridooni

Amir Feridooni

Past President 2024
Markham Public Library

Tommy Suthorn

Tommy Suthorn

Councillor
Vaughan Public Libraries

Catherine Arthurs

Catherine Arthurs

Councillor
Caledon Public Library

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Savannah Li

Councillor
Mastercard Foundation

Jodie Mandarino

Jodie Mandarino

Councillor

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Shahin Dashtkian

Councillor-at-Large 2023 - 2025
Pickering Public Library

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John Fink

Councillor
McMaster University

Awards

Digital Odyssey

Currently, there are no events planned. Please check back later.

Digital Odyssey is traditionally a one-day conference that brings together library professionals to explore themes of research, learning, accessibility, and usability associated with technology in libraries. This event takes place virtually every spring. To view past programs, please view the Past Events section (below). 

If you are interested in participating in, or sponsoring, Digital Odyssey in the future, please do not hesitate to get in touch with OLA staff by emailing education@accessola.com. 

Digital Odyssey is planned by OLITA Council. 

Digital Odyssey is traditionally a one-day conference that brings together library professionals to explore themes of research, learning, accessibility, and usability associated with technology in libraries.

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