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SUMMARY:Introduction to Governance in BC Public Libraries: Part 2 – Role Clarity and the Successful Governance Team
DESCRIPTION:Join the BC Library Trustees Association for Part 2 of our newly launched Introduction to Governance in BC Public Libraries resource. Developed through engagement with library directors\, trustees and the Province of BC\, it provides core learning for new trustees and a valuable refresher for experienced board member. \nLearning Outcomes: This webinar explores how library boards and library directors work together\, with a focus on clear roles\, effective delegation and strong working relationships. Through examples from BC libraries and guided discussion\, participants will explore: \n\nGovernance fundamentals\nRole responsibilities\nDifferent board models\nBoard as an employer\n\nRegister Here\nAudience: Trustees & Library Directors \nPresenter: Christina De Castell Consulting.  Christina\, former Vancouver Public Library Chief Librarian and current CFLA Executive Director\, is a leader in library policy and advocacy in Canada and internationally. She has 25 years of experience spanning public libraries\, public sector organizations\, and library associations.
URL:https://bclaconnect.ca/event/introduction-to-governance-in-bc-public-libraries-part-2-role-clarity-and-the-successful-governance-team/
CATEGORIES:Governance,Leadership,Public Library Training
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SUMMARY:BCLTA Trustee Circle: Test and grow your library knowledge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lively and fun session highlighting BCLTA’s newest learning resource – a collection of trustee knowledge quizzes. Anne O’Shea\, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions will walk participants through this new resource.\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: By the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nLearn at least one new thing about the library act\, library governance\, and different kinds of BC libraries – we promise!\nKnow about BCLTA’s trustee new knowledge quizzes\, where to find them\, and how to use them\nExplore ideas about how to use these tools in onboarding and annual board development plans\n\nAudience: Trustees & Library Directors \nPresenter: Anne O’Shea\, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions.  She has spent more than 20 years in public and non profit organizations leading teams\, facilitating planning processes\, and designing and managing services. She is passionate about helping people and making a difference. \nDate: Monday November 30th\, 2026 \nRegister Here
URL:https://bclaconnect.ca/event/bclta-trustee-circle-test-and-grow-your-library-knowledge/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Governance,Public Library Training
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SUMMARY:Trustee Circle – Master the Art of Wearing Two Hats: A Guide For Elected Officials Serving As A Trustee
DESCRIPTION:Balancing elected office with library trusteeship? You’re not alone in this challenge. Join Anne O’Shea\, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions\, to explore BCLTA’s guide for elected trustees. Born from real conversations with seasoned elected officials\, board chairs\, and chief librarians\, this session will cover:\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: By the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nStrategies to navigate the complexity between representing constituents and championing library needs\nBest practices for effective orientation\, participation\, and to foster collaboration\n\nAudience: This session is suitable for elected officials serving on municipal and public library association boards\, board chairs\, new and continuing library trustees\, and library directors. \nPresenter: Anne O’Shea\, Principal Strategist at Craft Strategic Solutions.  She has spent more than 20 years in public and non profit organizations leading teams\, facilitating planning processes\, and designing and managing services. She is passionate about helping people and making a difference. \nDate: Monday January 18th\, 2027 \nTime: 6:00pm to 7:00pm \nRegister Here
URL:https://bclaconnect.ca/event/trustee-circle-master-the-art-of-wearing-two-hats-a-guide-for-elected-officials-serving-as-a-trustee/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Governance,Public Library Training
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