Call for nominations extended: Conference Planning Committee
CRKN is extending the call for nominations for the Conference Planning Committee (CPC). The CPC is a new committee, established by and reporting to the CRKN Board of Directors, and providing updates to the Content Strategy Committee and Preservation and Access Committee, as needed. The deadline to submit a nomination for the CPC has been extended until Monday, April 20, 2020 at 5 p.m. ET.
Member Teleconference: License Renewals 2020, Phase I (EN #1)
Please join CRKN staff for a discussion of the 2020 license renewals. Please note that this webinar is open to CRKN members only. Please login to access the registration link below.
For more information, please email licensing@crkn.ca.
Member Teleconference: License Renewals 2020, Phase I (EN #2)
Please join CRKN staff for a discussion of the 2020 license renewals. Please note that this webinar is open to CRKN members only. Please login to access the registration link below.
For more information, please email licensing@crkn.ca.
New Designs Launched for Canadiana Online and Héritage
The Canadian Research Knowledge Network (CRKN) is pleased to announce the launch of redesigned websites for Canadiana Online and Héritage. Developed with design agency Trajectory as part of CRKN’s new brand image, these redesigns will also be implemented on CRKN’s third-party client portals.
Deadline Extended: Copyright Consultant RFP
CRKN has extended the submission deadline for the Request for Proposals (RFP) from copyright consultants until April 30, 2020.
Conference Planning Committee
The Conference Planning Committee (CPC) provides leadership to develop, plan, and implement all programming aspects of the annual CRKN conference. The CPC ensures the programming of the conference represents the interests and needs of CRKN members and stakeholders and champions diverse participation and representation.
KBART Entitlement Lists Annual Update 2020
CRKN’s Knowledge Base Entitlements Sub-Committee (KBESC), formerly the Serials Management Sub-Committee, is happy to announce that the entitlements lists (in KBART format) for CRKN-licensed content have been updated for 2020. CRKN members are encouraged to locate and activate these lists in their discovery system.
CRKN Renews Full Participation in SCOAP³ Initiative
The Canadian Research Knowledge Network’s 67 participating libraries have confirmed their renewal of the SCOAP³ initiative for another three-year term, covering 2020-2022.
CRKN Launches Digital Heritage Content and Preservation Listserv
The Canadian Research Knowledge Network is pleased to announce the launch of the new CRKN Digital Heritage Content and Preservation Listserv. This listserv provides a forum for CRKN members, stakeholders, the GLAM community, and members of the public to discuss issues related to the digital heritage landscape in Canada.
CRKN is Seeking a Copyright Consultant
The Canadian Research Knowledge Network is accepting proposals from experienced copyright consultants interested in advising on a forthcoming Rights Statement Pilot Project.