Interested in learning more about the Government of Alberta’s Legislature Library? Join GELA for a tour of the Alberta Legislature and the Legislature library to learn more about its services, collections, history, and environment! This event will include time for light refreshments, questions, and meeting the staff! Thursday, July 23rd, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Continue reading "Join GELA for a Tour of the Alberta Legislature and the Legislature Library!"

EDMONTON, AB – June 26, 2026 – Earlier this month, the new commissioner of Correctional Service Canada (CSC), Talal Dakalbab, announced that CSC will not be phasing out librarians and library workers in federal prisons. This decision was informed by the response of the library community and other concerned Canadians, who called for CSC toContinue reading "GELA Update on Correctional Service Canada"

Pride is for everyone, regardless of orientation, race, age, or status. It is about the freedom to express one’s individuality without fear of judgement or prejudice. No individual should face discrimination due to their preferences, beliefs, or appearance. LGBTQ2S+ rights are human rights, and no one should be able to infringe on those rights. AlbertansContinue reading "Pride is for everyone"

Help us build the CWCP Community Library! The library is part of the Community Wellness Connection Program, located in okimaw peyesew kamik (King Thunderbird Centre) in Edmonton. CWCP is looking for the following new and gently-used books: ·       popular fiction ·       young adult ·       graphic novels ·       mystery/thriller ·       romance ·       science fiction ·       memoir/biographies ·       self-help ·       general non-fiction (ex. books about gardening, animals, etc – no textbooks)Continue reading "Help us build the CWCP Community Library"

Spring is in the air and it’s a new year for GELA, so we’re feeling creative! To start off the year right, we are hosting a B.Y.O.C (Bring Your Own Craft) Night! Whether you paint, sew, bead, crochet, collage, sketch, sculpt, or anything else, bring your supplies and join us for a relaxing night ofContinue reading "Bring Your Own Craft Night – May 5th"

EDMONTON, AB – April 10, 2026 – Last year, the Government of Alberta introduced a ministerial order which removed some reading materials from school libraries. Although this order was met with concern and opposition from librarians, teachers, parents, and the wider community, the government has now turned their sights on the province’s public libraries. LastContinue reading "GELA Statement on Government of Alberta’s Censorship of Public Libraries"

When: Monday April 13, 2026 at 6:30 pmWhere: Hybrid meeting at Stanley Milner Library, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, ABor via Zoom linkRegister: Click HERE to register Note: Zoom link will be sent out with the AGM package two weeks prior to the meeting.Executive Nominations and VotingA significant agenda item for this year's AGMContinue reading "Greater Edmonton Library Association 2026 AGM"

GELA is looking for self-nominations for various Executive positions! We encourage all members and those interested in joining our community to consider nominating themselves for one of the available positions by March 25th, 2026.  Available roles include:  President (April 2026 – June 2027 + a half-year term as Past President) Vice President (April 2026 – June 2027, moving into the President role in April 2027Continue reading "Call for GELA Executive Nominations"

Visit the Provincial Archives of Alberta’s state-of-the-art facility andsee the amazing treasure trove of historic documents and mediacollected for future generations to enjoy and learn from! The tourwill take visitors through the Reading Room and areas not normallyaccessible to the public, such as, the vaults and conservation lab. Click HERE to register. GELA PAA TourDownload