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We have an update from our executive director, Shelagh Paterson. You can read the full message on our website here: https://accessola.com/a-message-from-the-executive-directo/

MentorMatch is back! Are you an experienced professional with something to offer? New to the profession and seeking guidance? Sign up today! Learn more: https://buff.ly/3jgiclC

On November 23, join OCULA Council for their #OnLibChat all about holding space. This BIPOC Library Staff-only conversation is to share our experiences navigating these spaces, to reflect, and, echoing Lydia XZ Brown, to hold space for each other. Learn more on how you can join the conversation here: https://buff.ly/3nCCxEh

Ginger is super excited to hear that I Read Canadian Day is happening on February 17, 2021! Check out The Library Marketplace website to stock up on I Read Canadian merchandise: https://buff.ly/3nycXQC

The OLA Mentoring Committee wants to talk to you at our next #OnLibChat! It is a great opportunity to hear and learn from others about their library career experiences. OLA members from all divisions are welcome from any stage of your career. Bring your lunch and your career-related questions for a fun chat! Find out more: https://buff.ly/3lFoUn6

We have an update from the OLA Best Bets Committee! They are narrowing down their 2020 selections, including these great Canadian titles. Which ones have you read?

We have an update from our executive director, Shelagh Paterson. You can read the full message on our website here: https://accessola.com/a-message-from-the-executive-directo/

MentorMatch is a revolutionary mentoring program that asks you questions, learns your experiences, and connects you with the perfect mentor or mentee. Apply for the new six-month mentoring sessions by November 30. Find out more: https://buff.ly/3jgiclC

This year's Child & Youth Expo is taking place entirely online. Join us on November 3 to talk about all things Child & Youth Services. Comfy pants recommended. Register today: https://buff.ly/3nrU96v

Interested in how libraries are working to optimize digital access during a pandemic? Or Facing challenges making materials available to students & faculty. Join tomorrow's Queen University's School of Policy Studies webinar featuring OLA Copyright User’s Group committee member Mark Swartz. Learn more and register here:

MentorMatch is back! We’re now accepting applications for the six-month mentoring sessions commencing in July. Apply to be a mentor or mentee today! Applications are due November 30. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3jgiclC

Transformer la pandémie en opportunité? Un partage d’expériences présenté par l’ABO-Franco #OnLibChat https://buff.ly/33IFoV7

Today is Canadian School Library Day! Join us in celebrating and championing this vital resource. Share your stories, tag your favourite School Library Professionals, advocate to your provincial government, and help spread the word: SCHOOL LIBRARIES MATTER. https://buff.ly/31HHmnj #CSLD2020 Canadian School Libraries

Remote Volunteer Opportunity: We’re looking for a new editor-in-chief of Open Shelf! If you’re interested in news and trends in the library world and helming the online magazine of the OLA, learn more here:

Check out the 2021 Light Reads, Great Stories List, curated by library professionals for adult learners and ESL students. Download the full list here: https://buff.ly/35nwYCe

The 2020 Evergreen Award Winner was just announced! Congratulations to Alicia Elliott, author of A Mind Spread Out on the Ground.

Looking to keep the kids and teens in your library engaged? Running out of program ideas? Spend the day with fantastic library people all from the comfort of your favourite chair with the virtual Child and Youth EXPO, on November 3. Register today: https://buff.ly/3nrU96v

The OLA Best Bets Committee is ready for the next Child & Youth EXPO. We’re ready to talk non-fiction! Learn more about the virtual Child &Youth EXPO and how you can register here: https://buff.ly/3nrU96v

Celebrate Ontario’s public libraries and the million possibilities they provide with Ontario Public Library Week this week from October 18 to October 24! Show us how you’re celebrating this year #OPLW #ILoveONLibraries

Calling all Public Libraries! If something amazing is happening at your library we would love to feature you in the upcoming HoOPLA newsletter! Submit a piece by Friday October 23. Learn more: https://buff.ly/31bgFqI

Tomorrow, join the OLBA Council, Ontario Library Service - North, and SOLS as they unpack the mysteries of library data and help Board members understand their role in evidence-based decision making. Login into LearnHQ to learn more: https://buff.ly/3k4tCdh