The Anne Galler Award for Outstanding Library Service

Each year, the ABQLA celebrates and inspires excellence by honouring an individual who has profoundly enriched the Quebec library community. Originally known as the Outstanding Service Award, it was renamed in 2000 to celebrate the life and legacy of Anne Galler.

Anne was a tireless advocate for our profession at every level—from local branches to international stages. Her vision and dedication continue to serve as a beacon for librarians today. This award recognizes those who, like Anne, have made a lasting, transformative contribution to the Quebec library community.

  • The Anne Galler Award recognizes an individual who has enriched and made a lasting contribution to the library community in Quebec.

    • The Award: The honoree is presented with a commemorative plaque.

    • The Occasion: The award is proudly presented during the ABQLA Awards Ceremony in the Spring.

  • We seek to honor individuals who embody professional excellence through:

    • Leadership: A significant and guiding role within the Quebec library community.

    • Exemplary Service: Career performance that serves as a model for colleagues in the profession.

    • Professional Contribution: Active engagement in scholarly activities and/or professional association activities, such as leadership roles in the ABQLA.

  • To nominate an esteemed colleague, the nominator must be a current ABQLA member, but the candidate need not be a member.  

    Please submit a nomination package including:

    1. A Completed Nomination Form

    2. A Letter of Support (max 500 words): Describing the nominee’s career achievements and their impact on the profession.

    • Review: Nominations are received and reviewed by the ABQLA Awards Committee.

    • Approval: The Committee recommends a winner to the ABQLA Board of Directors for final approval.

    • Notification: Nominees and nominators are notified via email.

    • Note: If no suitable candidate is identified, the award may not be granted for that year.

  • The celebrate this distinction, the recipient is asked to::

    • Celebrate with Us: Attend the ABQLA Awards Ceremony to accept the award and offer a brief thank-you.

    • Share Your Voice: Write an article for the ABQLA Bulletin detailing your experience, or what the award means to you..

    • Inspire Others: Consent to having your photo and biographical information shared on the ABQLA website.

    • Spread the Word: Help us promote the Anne Galler Award through your professional networks!

Please Note: Applications for 2026 are now closed. The committee reserves the right not to grant the award in any given year, contingent upon funding and the nomination of a suitable candidate.

Do you know a librarian whose work inspires others? Help us celebrate their legacy by submitting a nomination.

Nominations Form
See Past Anne Galler Award Recipients