Objectives
- To promote effective library service in the health sciences within British Columbia;
- To bring together people from health libraries;
- To encourage cooperation, communication, and mutual assistance between health libraries and health libraries staff;
- To provide educational programs relating to the health library field; and
- To act as an informed organization on issues of concern to health libraries and staff in British Columbia.
Who We Are
HLABC is an organization comprising health libraries, their staff, and others interested in health information. HLABC was formed in 1978, with an initial membership of 45. It has grown to over 90 members, representing health libraries in hospitals, academic and government environments, non-profit organisations, public libraries and research corporations.
HLABC has traditionally published the Forum on a bi-annual basis (Fall/Winter & Spring/Summer). This newsletter provides members with library news of interest to BC health library staff and with the opportunity to network. An electronic version is available on our website here. An HLABC Communications Working Group is currently examining future publishing options for the Forum.
We also host a discussion list, which members are encouraged to join, and which provides up-do-date information pertaining to the organization and connects members.
We hold four meetings a year; the AGM traditionally takes place in May, and continuing educational seminars are typically offered on that same day. Our other meetings have topical discussions in addition to attending to HLABC business. Further information about the association's activities can be found on the Initiatives pages.
The HLABC website provides information regarding the Executive, as well as a list of current HLABC members who provide consulting services.
HLABC Event Calendar
The Health Libraries Association of British Columbia has created a list of recurring events that occur throughout the year.
To open the PDF file of the list of recurring events click HERE.
Bylaws
Bylaws of HLABC were updated in 2003 and ratified at the AGM of 2003. Registered members may access the bylaws by entering their name and password in the right hand column.
Membership directory
The HLABC Membership directory is available to current members only. Enter your user name and password in the right hand column to access the directory.
New members and renewing members can fill out a membership form and send to Anne Allgaier. Contact Anne at Anne.allgaier-at-northernhealth.ca for any questions you have about membership.
