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Stay connected with CARL by following us on social media! Join the conversation on LinkedIn, keep up with our latest updates on BlueSky, and explore recordings of our events and initiatives on YouTube. Our channels are great ways to engage with Canada’s research library community and stay informed about our work.
Join a Discussion List
Subscribe to one of CARL’s Listservs (discussion lists) to connect with colleagues across Canada’s research library community. Our listservs provide a space for information sharing, collaboration, and updates on upcoming events and activities from Communities of Practice. Get involved in the conversations shaping the future of research libraries!
- ASSESSMENT-COP-CARL-L: Canadian Library Assessment Discussion List
- BIBLIOMET-CARL-L: Bibliometrics and Research Impact Discussion List
- COMMS-CARL-L: Library Communications Discussion List
- LIBPUB-CARL-L: Library Publishing Discussion List
- OE-COP-CARL-L: Open Education Discussion List
- PROJB-CARL-L: Copyright Discussion List
- REPOS-L: Repositories in Libraries Discussion List
- SCHOLCOMM-CARL-L: Scholarly Communication in Academic Libraries Discussion List
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Join a Community of Practice
Join a CARL-supported Community of Practice to connect with librarians and professionals from across Canada’s research libraries who share your interests and challenges. These member-driven groups focus on key areas such as open access, scholarly publishing, equity and inclusion, and more—offering space for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. By participating, you’ll help shape practices, contribute to national conversations, and support innovation in Canada’s research library community. Learn more about each Community of Practice and how you can get involved.
Our Staff
The CARL team is made up of six dedicated full-time staff members, supported by a dynamic group of Visiting Program Officers (VPOs), Associates, and Advisors. Together, they bring diverse expertise and perspectives to advance CARL’s mission, ensuring strong leadership, collaboration, and innovation across Canada’s research library community.
Katherine McColgan
Acting Executive Director
Public Policy & Advocacy
Julie Morin
Senior Program Officer
Strengthening Capacity and Impact
Elizabeth Kalbfleisch
Senior Program Officer
Advancing Research and Advancing Teaching & Learning
Taleen Aktorosian
Communications and Project Officer
Communities of Practice Support
Houda Tarib
Administrative Officer and Event Coordinator