FYI: The definition of close contact has been revised

The definition of close contact has been revised. “Close contact” was previously defined as “contact with someone at 2 metres or less for 2 minutes or more.” Toronto Public Health has now adopted the Ministry of Health definition of “close (less than 2 metres)...

CFLA IMPORTANT REMINDER – Challenge Survey

Below please find an important reminder to share with your members about potential additions to the Challenge Survey.  The survey is a national database of challenges received regarding library materials, programmes and spaces. On behalf of the Intellectual Freedom...

Canada’s most dynamic and successful activists

Dear Stephen, In general, we like to keep our emails strictly related to Our Public Library.  But, from time to time, the Toronto Public Library Workers Union sponsors general interest educational events, and I want to bring to your attention an upcoming opportunity....

REALM: Frequently Asked Questions

REALM: Frequently Asked Questions OCLC / 02 September 2020 https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/realm-faq.html “These frequently asked questions about the REALM project address information in the following categories (use the link to jump to the...

REALM Project update: Test 4 Results Announced

REALM Project update: Test 4 Results Announced 03 September 2020 https://www.oclc.org/research/news/2020/realm-project-test-four-results-announced.html The REALM project has published the results of the fourth round of Battelle’s laboratory testing for COVID-19 on...

Book Marketing Advice from Social Media Just for Writers

Book Marketing 19 Digital Marketing Podcasts That Make You a Better All-Round Digital Marketer from MailerLite: MailerLite not only lists the top online marketing podcasts but goes on to describe them. Use these strategies for your online book marketing efforts. How...