Saskatchewan Library Association
banner
sasklibrary.bsky.social
Saskatchewan Library Association
@sasklibrary.bsky.social
120 followers 140 following 120 posts
The Saskatchewan Library Association is a provincial, volunteer, non-profit organization designed to further the development of library service in Saskatchewan and through libraries, the culture of the province. https://www.saskla.ca/
Posts Media Videos Starter Packs
The SLA is now accepting session proposals for the 2026 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference! If you have an industry-specific program, presentation, or special knowledge you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you!

The submission deadline is November 28, 2025.
Learn more: buff.ly/Id9lPsY
Hurry up! Applications for the Maureen Woods Education Award close on October 31 next week. This $5,000 award provides financial support while promoting the continued growth of professional librarianship.

To apply, please visit us online: buff.ly/CRl6SOG
Applications for the Indigenous MLIS Student Award close on October 31 next week! This award provides $5,000 financial support to Indigenous MLIS students while promoting the continued growth of professional librarianship.

To apply, please visit us online: buff.ly/73dyXx3
SLA would like to congratulate Wapiti Regional library on 75 years of serving the communities of North Central Saskatchewan. Thank you to Wapiti for leading the way in creating today's regional library landscape!
It’s Saskatchewan Library Week! This year's theme, "Libraries Open Doors," celebrates libraries as a point of opportunity.

Libraries open the door to endless opportunities for knowledge and skill building.
#SKLibraryWeek #SKLibrariesMatter

Learn more: buff.ly/IevHzSP
It’s Saskatchewan Library Week! 🎉 This year's theme, "Libraries Open Doors," celebrates libraries as a point of opportunity.

Libraries open the door to a world of free materials and resources.
#SKLibraryWeek #SKLibrariesMatter

Learn More: buff.ly/IevHzSP
It's Saskatchewan Library Week! 🎉 This year's theme, "Libraries Open Doors," celebrates libraries as a point of opportunity.

At any age, libraries open the door to a lifetime of opportunities, programs, and resources.

#SKLibraryWeek #LibrariesMatter

Learn More: buff.ly/IevHzSP
Happy Thanksgiving to our valued community! Wishing you a warm and restful break.
It's Saskatchewan Library Week! 🎉This year's theme, "Libraries Open Doors," celebrates libraries as a point of opportunity.

Libraries open the door accessible, safe spaces where everyone is welcome. This is one of the reasons why advocating for libraries matters. #SKLibraryWeek

buff.ly/IevHzSP
Last chance to get your entries in for the Book Spine Poetry Contest, closing on October 12th!

Book spine poetry is a free verse poem composed using titles printed on the spines of stacked books.

Learn More: buff.ly/ZOkcqi1

#SLA #SaskCulture #SaskLotteries
SLA's Saskatchewan Library Week takes place from October 12 to 18 this year! Our theme, "Libraries Open Doors," celebrates libraries as a point of opportunity offering accessible and welcoming spaces filled with a lifetime of possibilities.
#SKLibraryWeek #LibrariesMatter
buff.ly/IevHzSP
October is Canadian Library Month! This year's theme, "Libraries for Life", highlights the lifelong benefits provided by local libraries across Canada. #LibrariesForLife #BibliosPourLaVie
This month's issue of SLAte is hot off the presses and bursting at the seams with library goodies! If you're a library professional or library lover, we encourage you to sign up online for our monthly newsletter. View the October issue here: buff.ly/g99qx7q
Today and every day is a time for us to acknowledge the ongoing impact and injustices of the residential school system. As we move forward on the path towards reconciliation, consider ways you can personally take action. For some valuable resources: nctr.ca
Are you making the most of your SLA membership? Do you know that active Individual SLA members have access to over 5,000 discounts at Perkopolis?

Become a member today, or learn more about the many exciting benefits available to SLA members by visiting us online: buff.ly/0co4h4W
Culture Days is here along with our annual Book Spine Poetry Contest!

Enter to win a grand prize of a $100 McNally Robinson gift card in one of four age categories! This contest runs until October 12th. To learn more: buff.ly/ZOkcqi1
#SLA #SaskCulture #SaskLotteries
Saskatchewan Library Association » Book Spine Poetry Contest
buff.ly
Are you ready? Culture Days Begins tomorrow, and we're excited to explore the many vibrant arts and cultural events happening province-wide! Visit Culture Days online to learn more: buff.ly/8Qiwk13
Applications are waiting to be filled for the 2025 SLA Mentorship Program!

This program is a great way for members to learn, grow, and share through mentor, mentee, and peer-to-peer roles.

Apply by October 15th. All individual SLA members are welcome.
Learn more: buff.ly/8jsz3me
Each year, the SLA awards grants to help support member programming during Saskatchewan Library Week. Congratulations to the 2025 grant recipients! We are so excited to see what incredible programming you bring to communities throughout Saskatchewan!
Have you heard? Our annual Book Spine Poetry Contest runs from September 19 - October 13 in alignment with Culture Days. Enter in one of four age categories to win a McNally Robinson gift card! This contest is available in both French and English.

Learn more: buff.ly/ZOkcqi1
Applications are now open for the 2025 Mentorship Program!🎉 All SLA members are welcome and encouraged to participate! Applications are open until Tuesday, September 30th. To learn more: buff.ly/vziXMMi
SLA's Prison Library Sub-Committee's quarterly book recommendation is The Class: Trauma and Transformation in an American Prison by Chris Hedges. We encourage you to visit your local library or independent bookseller to pick up a copy today!
Learn More about the PLSC here: buff.ly/mx8xLee
The Saskatchewan Library Association is pleased to be offering the Indigenous MLIS Student Award. This $5,000 award provides financial support while promoting the continued growth of professional librarianship.

Applications are now open and close on October 31. To apply: buff.ly/gbj19ew
The Saskatchewan Library Association is pleased to be offering the Maureen Woods Education Award. This $5,000 award provides financial support while promoting the continued growth of professional librarianship.

Applications are now open and close on October 31. To apply: buff.ly/CRl6SOG
Join hosts Nazneen Akhter Ahmed and Becca Abbott from Foundations Learning & Skills Saskatchewan on Wednesday, September 24, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. This exciting online workshop is free to all SLA members! Learn more: buff.ly/wE5ZQYW