This bibliographic essay investigating the Canadian library scene describes sources which: (1) provide information on libraries themselves; (2) tell where to find information about people in the field; and (3) show how to learn about the profession itself, i.e., its history, stands, and current developments. References are provided. (EJS)

Discusses the education of library and information professionals in Canada, focusing on Canadian programs and the similarities and dissimilarities, accreditation and academic review, and theoretical bases of seven library schools in Canada. Eight references are given. (EJS)

Examines the definitions of information science, the general development of information science education, and its present status in graduate library education in Canada, including specific lists of courses offered and a list of information science topics. (CWM)

Discusses the importance of continuing education--post-degree education helping to produce an additional competency in the student--for librarians, and briefly reviews the availability of professional continuing education programs in Canadian library schools. (CWM)

Traces the history of the training and education of librarians in Canada, including the sociological, scientific, and technical developments which directly affected services, practices, and procedures of librarianship. (CWM)

Reviews some of the many career opportunities outside the traditional library for library and information studies school graduates as identified by recent surveys. The adequacy of school curriculums in preparing students for these roles is evaluated, useful courses are identified, and current trends in information science education are identified.…

Discusses the results of a survey of the accredited library schools of Canada regarding the schools' administrative and organizational approaches to providing continuing education programs for librarians. (CHC)

Summarizes views presented by three speakers from the Canadian library and information community in a workshop at a joint conference of two professional associations. Topics addressed were the state of research in public, academic, and special libraries; the need for library research; and how to find funding to support research. (CDD)

Discusses developments in library and information science education in Canada and the United States. Topics covered include schools' change of emphasis from "library" to "information," interdisciplinary programs, specialization, joint degrees, and continuing education. (CDD)