Membership

• Many varied professional development and networking opportunities, both virtual and in person

• Exclusive reduced ‘member rates’ for ABQLA activities and events (Annual Conference, Spring Social, Workshops, Film Screenings, library and archival tours, etc.)

• Reduced affiliate registration rate for many events held by partner associations, including the Ontario Library Association Superconference and the Congrès des professionnel.le.s de l’information held each year by the Federation des milieux documentaires 

• Participation in the ABQLA mentorship program

• Eligibility for ABQLA awards

• Access to the Partnership’s Education Institute

• Eligible to participate in committees in the ABQLA and other organizations, such as the Canadian Federation of Library Associations and the Fédération des milieux documentaires

• Collective strength: Advocate and have your say for what matters to librarians and library staff on a local, provincial and federal level

• Special Membership rates for students and new graduates

• Corporate Membership available

• Free membership to Indigenous and Métis library members

• Opportunities to flex your writing skills or promote the best new books, by becoming a writer or book reviewer for the ABQLA's monthly Bulletin

Your membership also supports the work of the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) and the Fédération des milieux documentaires (FMD).

Paying with a cheque? Our NEW mailing address is:

ABQLA
Office of the Dean of Libraries
McLennan Library Building
3459 McTavish Street
Montreal, QC
H3A 0C9