Category Archives: Events

Fair dealing is sweet!

Ever listened to a preview on iTunes? Shared a magazine article with a friend? Used an image from the web in a presentation? If you said yes, you’ve used fair dealing! February 22-26 marks Fair Dealing Week in Canada (counterpart … Continue reading

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TED2016:Dream Livestream in the Library

TED2016 is taking place in Vancouver from February 15 – 19 and you can join in on the fun from the comfort of the Langara Library. We will be streaming the entirety of the conference in L216 on the second floor … Continue reading

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Free media preview event on November 16

Do you use media in your classes? Come see what’s new from top film distributors McNabb Connolly, McIntyre Media, and CineFete, as they share their newest releases at an exclusive free preview event.  Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Date: Monday … Continue reading

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You’re invited! Well Red: Wine and Books at the Library

Well Red: Wine and Books at the Library Staff and Faculty Event Wednesday, February 4, 2015 3:00pm – 5:00pm L216 We are throwing a party and you are invited! Come by the Library to mix and mingle, connect with your … Continue reading

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TED2014 Live Stream—all Langara students and employees welcome!

Couldn’t get tickets to the 2014 TED Conference in Vancouver?  Don’t worry—Langara Library is streaming the entire conference, live and as it happens! TED 2014 Live StreamMarch 17-21stRoom L216 Full schedule of speakers available online:  http://conferences.ted.com/TED2014/program/schedule.php The TED live stream is open … Continue reading

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We are throwing a party, and you’re invited!

 Library Sweets and Treats Party February 5, 2014New location! Room L216 3-5pm     Top 4 reasons to attend:  1. Coffee + gourmet liqueurs + delicious desserts = a party! Librarians have baked our signature desserts and donated some tasty liqueurs for … Continue reading

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Workshop for Students: Essay Writing for the Humanities

Tuesday, October 29th12:30 – 1:30 pmL108 (Library 1st floor) Students will receive an overview of  essay writing within the Humanities, and learn the essential ingredients they will need to approach the planning, research and writing of academic essays for classes … Continue reading

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Truth and Reconciliation Panel Discussion

Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Location: Library, 2nd Floor Study Lounge (L224) Langara is honoured to be hosting a panel of distinguished speakers who will discuss the TRC Commission and their knowledge and experience about … Continue reading

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Residential Schools Educational Videos

Residential Schools Educational Videos Screening September 18 – 20  | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM As part of Truth and Reconciliation Week, the Library lobby will be the site for the showing of educational videos on the topic of the … Continue reading

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Copyright Clinic for Instructors

Do you have questions about how recent changes to copyright may affect your digital or print course materials? Are you wondering if you need permission to share a work with your students? Visit one of the Drop-In Copyright Clinics scheduled … Continue reading

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