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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 20h

Ways to be #LoudForLibraries: 📚Checking out materials by Canadian authors and publishers 🎧 Borrowing an accessible ebook or audiobook 🎉 Attending programs and events at your library branch 👏 Sharing your love for libraries on social media What would you add? #CanadianLibraryMonth

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 29/09/2026

We're proud to be recognized as a Leading Accessible Employer in our 6th year of taking the Pledge to Measure! This initiative helps Canadian organizations benchmark disability disclosure to support real progress in #accessibility & #inclusion. Join us in 2027? pledgetomeasure.org/get-started/

This promotional image for Pledge to Measure 2026 features a man in a wheelchair using a laptop while talking on a phone, alongside a woman standing with arms crossed. The initiative recognizes organizations as Leading Accessible Employer by highlighting their commitment to inclusive hiring and workplace accessibility.

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BC Library Association @bcla.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Adam Wilton of the Provincial Resource Centre for the Visually Impaired is hosting 'Accessibility Resources for K-12 Students with Print Disabilities' on October 6th at 2pm. Register today to learn about key features of accessible books and the network of agencies in BC. tinyurl.com/K12BCstudents

On a light blue background, the text says 'Accessibility Resources for K-12 Students with Print Disabilities' hosted by Adam Wilton, Program Manager for the Provincial Resource Centre for the Visually Impaired. Tuesday, October 6, 2pm-3pm Pacific, virtually on Zoom. A graphic image shows a boy in a blue shirt listening to a book, while holding a book and touching the pages. There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program.

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Do you work in a library, are passionate about accessibility and want to share your work? The free, virtual, and bilingual Accessible Reading Symposium 2027 invites you to submit a proposal on accessible reading.

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Call for Proposals: Accessible Reading Symposium 2027 – AccessibleReading.ca

The Accessible Reading Symposium is a virtual, bilingual event designed to help library staff and readers with print disabilities learn about accessible reading in Canada.

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Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives @coopstudies.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The recording of our most recent Co-op Conversation, “AI as Infrastructure, Not Ideology” featuring Andi Argast of @hypha.coop is now available on our Youtube channel. Please click on the link below to watch the talk 👇 youtu.be/e3x4SJUcRcU?...

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Co-op Conversation: AI as Infrastructure, Not Ideology

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We're celebrating 30 years of Poetry in Transit! This much-loved program began in 1996 and has featured hundreds of poems from BC poets over the years, making it one of the longest running transit poetry programs in Canada. Join us @wordvancouver.bsky.social on Saturday, September 19 for...

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 11/09/2026

In our Member Spotlight series, we shine a light on our members and partners, exploring how they use our services. Hillary Webb, Systems and Technical Services Librarian at Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECU) answers our questions! bc.libraries.coop/news/member-... #coop #libraries

Blue graphic with a photograph and text box: Emily Carr University of Art and Design. Photograph of Hillary Webb standing behind the Service Desk of Emily Carr University Library, smiling at the camera. Photo courtesy of Emily Carr

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 28/08/2026

Megan Sellmer, Outreach Coordinator at @nnelsca.bsky.social shares accessible resources by indigenous authors, along with an upcoming webinar on our blog: bc.libraries.coop/blog/truth-a... #TruthandReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay

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BC Library Association @bcla.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Our first fall panel is “Alternative Library Careers” on Wed. Sept. 9th featuring a fabulous line-up: Krista Boehnert (Island Health), Laurie Davidson (CELA), Lisa Hoskins (Ministry of Housing & Municipal Affairs) and Tara Robertson (Coach & Consultant). Register here: tinyurl.com/bclapanel

On a light blue background, the text says, "Panel: Alternative Library Careers, featuring Krista Boehnert, Laurie Davidson, Lisa Hoskins & Tara Robertson. Wednesday, September 9th, 10am-11:30am Pacific, virtually on Zoom." There is a graphic image with words like career, education, strategy and success formed into a lightbulb shape. There are two logos at the bottom for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development Program.

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 17/08/2026

Join Tami Setala, BC Libraries Cooperative's Licensing & Business Development Manager, and Sarah Felkar, @booksbc.bsky.social's Executive Director, for a 45-minute discussion about ebooks and their licensing terms. When? Aug 19, 1:30 PM via Zoom. Register: readlocalbc.typeform.com/to/GGmHm810?...

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Ebook PD Aug 2026

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

NNELS readers in our funding provinces and territories can request a title that is not in our collection or a title in a different format. The request form is available at nnels.ca/request-title (login required). #NewInNNELS

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

DAISY is the next format in the NNELS collection that we’re highlighting. DAISY (Digital Accessible Information sYstem) is a specialized format for people with print disabilities. DAISY books may include both text and audio, audio only, and text only: youtu.be/jjRqyuAU7G0?... #AccessibleFormats

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BC Library Association @bcla.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Our next AI Exploration series workshop (Wed. Aug. 12th at 10am) is on readers' advisory, how different digital services curate their content, and the value of human connection within libraries c/o Allison Jones & Brooklyn Kemp of GVPL. Register here: tinyurl.com/readersadvis...

On a light blue background, the text says "It's like talking to a good friend: Or, the importance of human and librarian curated Readers' Advisory. Hosted by Allison Jones & Brooklyn Kemp. Wednesday, August 12 at 10am-11:30am Pacific, virtually on Zoom." A photo of a female librarian with ginger hair passing a book to a young black man is included. There are book shelves in the background with two students reviewing a book. There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program on the bottom.

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Disability Alliance BC (DABC) @disaballiancebc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

📢 Capital Bike is looking for people with lived experience of disability, accessibility barriers to help shape a series of road safety videos that is being developed for the Greater Victoria region. To learn more, email erica.camfferman@capitalbike.ca. 🚲 #PeopleWithDisabilities #GreaterVictoria

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 17/07/2026

Public libraries in BC can now apply for up to $25,000 in grant funding through SPARC BC's Local Community Accessibility Grant Program. Applications are open now, learn more on their website: www.sparc.bc.ca/partnerships... #Accessibility #Libraries @bcla.bsky.social

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Local Community Accessibility Grant Program

With funding provided through the Province, SPARC BC has launched the Local Community Accessibility Grant Program.

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 14/07/2026

Good news for our LibPress community! Three member libraries have completed their website redesigns as part of our LibPress 2.0 beta testing project. Learn more about the project in this blog post written by our LibPress Coordinator Leah Tottenham: bc.libraries.coop/news/libpres... #WordPress #Coop

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 02/07/2026

On behalf of BC Libraries Co-op staff and Board, we are pleased to introduce our two new Board Directors: - Erin Howard, Director of Learning Services at Camosun College - Susan Walters, Chief Librarian at Richmond Public Library You can find their biographies on our website! #Coop #AGM

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 08/06/2026

We are co-hosting a free webinar with the BC Co-op Association. Join our conversation with @trishkellyc.bsky.social and @micievans.bsky.social on June 24th, 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific via Zoom. More about the webinar and how to register: bc.libraries.coop/event/webina... #Coop #Accessibility

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 04/06/2026

The theme for National AccessAbility Week this year is “Building a Strong, Accessible Canada.” One way to uplift this theme is by sharing disability perspectives and lived experiences. We shared staff and member resources on our Linkedin Feed: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... @nnelsca.bsky.social

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#nationalaccessabilityweek #naaw #accessibility #thursdayreads | BC Libraries Cooperative

The theme for National AccessAbility Week this year is “Building a Strong, Accessible Canada.” One way to engage with this year's theme is by supporting and sharing stories that center disability pers...

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BC Library Association @bcla.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

On Tues. May 26th, BCLA is hosting the panel 'Developing AI Policies in Canadian Public Libraries' with Laural Raine (TPL), Patricia Lesku (WVML) and Vicky Varga (EPL) to learn about their process, policies, and glean advice. Register today for this free event & recording. tinyurl.com/aipolicypanel

On a light blue background, the text says "Panel: Development AI Policies in Canadian Public Libraries featuring Laural Raine, Patricia Lesku, and Vicky Varga. Tuesday, May 26th at 10am-11:30am Pacific, Virtually on Zoom." There is an image generated by Canva AI that shows a group of adults seated a table with their laptops, and there are book shelves in the background. There are two logos at the bottom for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development Program.

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Join NNELS and CELA for the BCLA Virtual Reboot Series! This presentation explores how libraries can make their children’s programming more accessible to people with disabilities. When: Wednesday, May 20th at 10 am-11 am Pacific on Zoom Register now: bclaconnect.ca/resources/co...

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Registration: Accessible Library Services for Children with Disabilities | BCLA

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 14/05/2026

Today's #ThursdayReads is one of the Top 10 audiobooks in the Bibliothèque numérique, a French digital collection of over 6,500 eBooks and 400 audiobooks. To access this title, and many more, head to bclibrariescoopgroup.cantookstation.com/find_library and find your library! #DigitalCollection

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BC Library Association @bcla.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

On Wed. May 20th we're offering "Creating Accessible Library Services for Children with Disabilities" thanks to @nnelsca.bsky.social and @celalibrary.bsky.social. Learn to plan and deliver programs, and enhance services for young patrons with disabilities. Register today! tinyurl.com/accessiblepr...

On a light blue background, the text says, "Creating Accessible Library Services for Children with Disabilities. Presented by: Jessica Desormeaux (CELA) and Megan Sellmer (NNELS). Wednesday, May 20th at 10am-11am PST, virtually on Zoom." There is a photo of three children pointing at a picture book. And the logos of the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program are included.

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 17/04/2026

Follow us on Linkedin for our weekly digital collections spotlight, handpicked by our Digital Collections Librarian! This week, we feature a title from the Bibliothèque Numérique, a French language eBook and audiobook platform. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... #ThursdayRead #DigitalCollection

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#digitalcollection #library #thursdayreads | BC Libraries Cooperative

Welcome to Thursday Reads — each week we feature a standout title from our digital collections, handpicked by our Digital Collections Librarian Jessie Hawkes. Follow along for our weekly spotlights! ...

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 03/04/2026

Our Co-op was featured in an Employer Spotlight by Living Wage BC! BC Libraries Co-op has been a proud Living Wage employer since 2021. Read about our continued commitment on the Living Wage BC website: www.livingwagebc.ca/employer_spo... @vancitycommfdn.bsky.social #LivingWage #Coop

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 01/04/2026

We're proud to announce this year's recipients of the BC Libraries Co-op Open Source Contribution Fund! Each year, our employees nominate open source projects they benefit from. This year's recipients: bc.libraries.coop/news/2026-op... #OpenSource #Coop #Community #FOSS @evergreenils.bsky.social

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Let’s continue to explore what’s available in the NNELS Library Toolkit for Canadian libraries! Next up, we have marketing and promotional materials that libraries can use and adapt for their platforms and audiences.

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 23/03/2026

Joyeux Mois de la Francophonie! In honour of Francophonie Month, we're shining a spotlight on the Bibliothèque numérique, a curated digital French-language collection available through BC public libraries. Learn more on the blog: bc.libraries.coop/news/bibliot... #DigitalLibrary #French #EBooks

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Let’s learn what’s #NewInNNELS this week! We have recently added fiction audiobook titles for you to listen to this Wednesday. Click the links below or visit the recently added collection for more titles: nnels.ca/recently-added

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BC Library Association @bcla.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

On March 25th, Simon Jaeger (NNELS) and Ioana Gandrabur (CELA) are hosting "Navigating Toward Better Accessibility in Audiobooks." The workshop includes a demo of new audiobook options for those with print disabilities and how AI may improve accessibility. Register here: tinyurl.com/accessibleau...

On a light blue background, the text says "Navigating Toward Better Accessibility in Audiobooks, presented by Simon Jaeger and Ioana Gandrabur, Wednesday March 25th at 10am-11am PST, virtually on Zoom." There is a graphic symbol showing a computer monitor with a headset next to two books. The logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Provincial Professional Development program are included.

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 17/03/2026

What's new at National Network for Equitable Library Service? Our NNELS team has developed the Library Toolkit to provide practical, ready-to-use materials for library staff to connect readers to accessible formats. Visit the toolkit: nnels.ca/nnels-librar... @nnelsca.bsky.social #accessibility

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 10/03/2026

"At the heart of everything we do [...] is a simple belief: that access to knowledge and literacy is not a privilege — it is a foundation of community and even the base of a functioning, and vibrant democracy." Read the full Executive Director Update on our #Blog: bc.libraries.coop/news/march-u...

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 26/02/2026

Tomorrow is the deadline. We're calling on the Minister of Public Safety to reverse plans to eliminate prison librarians & cut incarcerated student programs in Quebec. This is a literacy issue. A human rights issue. Add your signature by Feb 27: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #literacy #libraries

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Open Letter - CSC Elimination of Librarians & CEGEP Education

Book Clubs for Inmates 400-192 Spadina Avenue Toronto, Ontario M5T 2C2 OPEN LETTER The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 By email: gary...

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

It's Freedom to Read Week! Freedom to Read is about being able to choose what and how you read. NNELS supports this by providing books in accessible formats for people with print disabilities in collaboration with libraries across Canada. Learn more: www.freedomtoread.ca #FTRW26 #FreedomToRead

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Welcome to Freedom to Read - Freedom to Read

Freedom of expression is a fundamental right of all Canadians, and freedom to read is part of that precious heritage.

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 25/02/2026

#PinkShirtDay is about standing up for one another. That commitment is reflected every day in the work of our libraries. Today we recognize our member libraries for the care they put into building communities where everyone belongs! More about bullying prevention: www.canada.ca/en/public-he...

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Bullying - Canada.ca

Find information on how to recognize and prevent bullying. Also learn about bullying prevention programs.

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

NNELS thanks @joellightbound.bsky.social, members of the Standing Committee on Finance, and members of the House of Commons and the Senate for supporting our efforts to protect free postage for the blind under the Canada Post Corporation Act. Read more here: nnels.ca/news/bill-c-15 #cdnPoli

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BC Library Association @bcla.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

On Thurs. Feb. 19th at 10am, we'll be hosting David Lee King and his workshop "Using AI Tools in Library Marketing" which includes a discussion on library AI-related policies, and how they can help or hinder the work of marketing and promotion. Register today! tinyurl.com/LibraryMarke...

On a light blue background the text says "Using AI Tools in Library Marketing hosted by David Lee King. Thursday, February 19th, 10am-11:15am PDT Virtually on Zoom." There are two logos for the British Columbia Library Association and Professional Development program. And, there is an image generated by Google Geminis from David's website, like a swirling galaxy with AI in the center.

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

It’s Low Vision Awareness Month! Low vision can greatly affect how individuals read, but accessible technologies such as screen magnification and enhancement software can help make reading easier. You can compare the different software options available here: nnels.ca/screen-magni...

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 11/02/2026

We are deeply saddened by the tragic event in Tumbler Ridge. Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected, and with the entire local community. Anyone impacted by this traumatic event can call/text the helpline #VictimLinkBC for support: 1-800-563-0808, or email victimlinkbc@uwbc.ca

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Decoda Literacy Solutions @decoda.ca · 27/01/2026

January 27 is #FamilyLiteracyDay! Visit FamilyLiteracyDay.ca activities and resources. #FLD2026 In BC, we celebrate all week! Find more free resources at decoda.ca/get-involved... #FLW2026

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 18/12/2025

Co-op Support will be closed for the holiday break starting December 25. Regular support resumes January 2, 2026. Tickets and support voicemail won’t be monitored during this time; emergency phone support remains available. bc.libraries.coop/support/ Happy Holidays! #CoopNews #HolidayClosure

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 18/12/2025

"Accessibility is about doing the work up front to identify and remove barriers for people who have specific disabilities." - Kevin Millsip, Executive Director BC Libraries Co-op. Find a video transcript in Word & PDF format: bclaconnect.ca/accessibilit... #accessibility @bcla.bsky.social #library

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NNELS @nnelsca.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

NNELS strongly opposes this repeal and urges the Government of Canada to protect equitable access to reading for everyone. Let the Government of Canada know that accessible reading matters. Read about Bill C-15 and download a letter template to send to your local MPs here: nnels.ca/news/bill-c-15

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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 05/12/2025

We’re excited to introduce the Accessibility Assessment Framework for Libraries, a practical resource to help libraries evaluate and strengthen accessibility. Explore the framework and related resources: bc.libraries.coop/about/access... #Accessibility #Libraries #AccessibleLibraries

Cover image of the Accessibility Assessment Framework for Library Spaces, including a photo of a librarian handing a book to a young girl.

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