Who We Are
In 1930, a group of librarians and representatives from various organizations in Alberta met to discuss the state of library service in the province. The meeting resulted in the formation of the Alberta Library Association (now the Library Association of Alberta) and the passing of several resolutions urging for improvements in library services.
Our Mission
The Library Association of Alberta strengthens the library community in Alberta by providing responsive member services, advocating for libraries, and collaborating with partners.
Our Vision
The Library Association of Alberta is a pro-active, financially responsible organization with a growing, active, and informed membership open to everyone. The Library Association of Alberta is an effective advocate, promotes intellectual freedom, provides continuing education and collaborates with others interested in achieving excellence in library and information services.
Our Objectives
- To facilitate communication among all people concerned with library materials, information, and services in Alberta
- To provide continuing education for members;
- To encourage collaboration among the libraries and information centers in Alberta;
- To stimulate public interest in library affairs;
- To influence the development of government policy and legislation regarding library services;
- To promote intellectual freedom in Alberta;
- To cooperate with other bodies having common interests.
Our Belief
The Library Association of Alberta believes that libraries are:
- fundamental to the cultural, educational, recreational and economic well-being of the people of Alberta.
- strengthened by a united voice linking those working within the library community with members, governments, other organizations, and library users.
- the link between those who wish to learn and those who have the knowledge.