Queen’s University Library has been collaborating with the Internet Archive on a digitization project that uses Controlled Digital Lending (CDL) to digitally loan items from our print collection using technological measures to ensure that the digital copy is only available to one user at a time while the physical copy is taken out of circulation.[1] Our project follows the example set by the University of Alberta, which successfully digitized a large collection of historical education textb...| Internet Archive Canada
Tomorrow evening, we are hosting hosting a panel discussion inspired by Averting the Digital Dark Age by historian Ian Milligan, exploring Canada’s role in preserving our digital memory. Joining him is none other than Brewster Kahle, founder of the Internet Archive, and the conversation will be guided by journalist Takara Small (CBC / BBC World News).| Internet Archive Canada
April 24–25, 2025 | Online + In-Person in Vancouver, BC| Internet Archive Canada
At the end of a parliamentary session in Canada, it’s not just a time of political transition—it’s also a critical moment for digital preservation. With the next election around the corner, there’s heightened interest in ensuring that the vast array of digital content produced by government entities, political parties, and candidates is not lost. This content, which often appears on government websites, is vital in documenting the decisions and actions of the Canadian government.| Internet Archive Canada
We are excited to announce that this year’s GovInfo Day Spring 2025 will be held online on April 24 and in person on April 25 in Vancouver, BC. This year’s theme highlights a crucial issue: the long-term and persistent access to government information, including documents, publications, records, and data. As more and more government resources move to digital platforms, it becomes essential to ensure their continued availability and integrity for future generations.| Internet Archive Canada
Are you passionate about expanding digital access and preserving historical treasures? Join us for an inspiring session, “Enhancing Digital Access and Rights through Collaboration: Digitizing IN the Stacks at Vancouver Public Library,” and discover how libraries are shaping the future of digital rights and access. | Internet Archive Canada
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership between Vancouver Public Library (VPL) and Internet Archive Canada to digitize rare and historical books from VPL’s collection. This collaboration, dubbed “VPL’s Virtual Vault,” will make it easier for people all over the world to access unique and historically valuable materials that were previously only available to …| Internet Archive Canada
The Government Information Days Spring 2024 event, held on May 9-10 in Vancouver, was a gathering for government information enthusiasts. Co-organized by Internet Archive Canada, Simon Fraser University, and the University of British Columbia Libraries, the event delivered two packed days of virtual and in-person sessions, exploring topics ranging from access to government data to …| Internet Archive Canada
The Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) and the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) have recently published “Navigating Copyright for Crown-Published Works: A Code of Best Practices for Libraries.” This comprehensive guide, authored by Amanda Wakaruk, Graeme Campbell, Steve Marks, Brianne Selman, Graeme Slaght, Rob Thiessen, and Jennifer Zerkee, is a crucial resource for libraries tasked with the stewardship of government information.| Internet Archive Canada
We at Internet Archive Canada (IAC) are delighted to announce the launch of an exciting new digitization project in collaboration with Library and Archives Canada (LAC). This initiative marks a significant step forward in our mission to provide universal access to all knowledge, leveraging our expertise in library and archival digitization to preserve and share Canada’s rich documentary heritage.| Internet Archive Canada