library trends

The future of libraries is upon us. Here’s how yours can keep pace

Libraries aren’t just community spaces — they’re portals to information, education and everyday resources, from study ...

Libraries of 2024: pioneering spaces for the digital native and the lifelong learner

People visit their library branch for a variety of reasons. Some come in search of the latest installment of Rebecca ...

Digital resources for libraries keep Gen Z and millennial patrons engaged

In our increasingly switched-on society, it's tempting to assume that younger generations are more interested in ...

Corporate wellness programs: nurturing a healthy workforce

Napoleon once observed that an army marches on its stomach. Actually, he probably didn't really say that, but no ...

A new dimension: augmented reality in libraries

Since the dawn of the written word, libraries have played an instrumental role in humanity's quest for knowledge and ...

AI in academic libraries: the future of higher education?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a hot topic for quite some time, but until relatively recently, it still had the ...

Sustainability in public libraries: leading by example

"The world needs more Canada." It's hard to pinpoint exactly who coined that truism or when they first said it. Perhaps ...

Allies in wellness: academic librarians and student mental health

A recent report out of Harvard University suggests that young adults — specifically those who are members of Generation ...

These innovative library ideas showcase outside-the-box thinking

On this blog, we post a lot about the evolution of libraries, including stories about the technology that makes ...

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