Alberta Association of Library Technicians

Advocacy Award

Intent

To recognize an individual who is a strong supporter and promoter of library technicians and the library technician profession in general.

Eligibility

Individual must be an active advocate of library technicians but not a library technician him/herself.

Form

Nominations shall be made by AALT Board members who support the application with documentation and supporting
information.

Deadline

March 1st of each year.

Conference Bursary

Intent

To provide financial assistance to an AALT member who otherwise would not be able to attend the AALT annual conference.

Eligibility

Individual must be an AALT personal member who has been unable to attend conference within the last five years.

Deadline

March 15th of the current year.

Library Technician Award of Excellence

Intent

To recognize the efforts of a Library Technician who has made a major contribution to the library field in Alberta.

Eligibility

Student or graduate of a recognized Library Technician program.  Current AALT Board members and Awards Committee members are ineligible.

Form

Library Technician Award of Excellence nomination form ( PDF 95 KB), an outline of the nominee’s specific achievements and contributions, and a brief biographical sketch.

Deadline

March 31st of the current year.

Intent

This award, the highest honour granted by AALT, is given to a Library Technician in recognition for distinguished service in the library and literacy field in Alberta

Eligibility

Individual must be a student or graduate of a recognized Library Technician program whose contribution should represent an achievement which is outstanding in the field.

Form

Merle Harris Achievement Award Nomination Form ( PDF 30KB)

Deadline

March 31st of the current year.

Intent

To provide financial assistance to an AALT member who is enrolled in the Library and Information Technology or Library Operations Assistant distance education programs, or a graduate of a recognized Library Technician program, with their professional development efforts.

Eligibility

Must be a member in good standing. Bursary must be used to reimburse a program of study.

Form

Professional Development Bursary Form ( PDF 23KB)

Deadline

March 17th of the current year.

Intent

To provide financial support for educational opportunities in the information field.  Award includes $250 and a complete conference package for a Student.

Eligibility

Nominated by the instructors of the respective educational institution.

Form

Nomination is from the school.

Deadline

February 1st each year.