Public Libraries Branch, Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs

B.C. aims to build a future focused province-wide library system with programs, resources, and technology infrastructure that benefits people and communities through public libraries. Through the administration of the Library Act, the Public Libraries Branch strengthens the public library system by providing strategic leadership, professional advice, funding, and coordinating province-wide programs and shared services.

The Public Libraries Branch provides policy, planning, and administrative expertise related to public library services. The Branch also provides guidance to library boards, administrators, all levels of government, and other key stakeholders on governance and compliance with legislation relating to public libraries.

The Branch liaises with other ministries on library related issues and works with representatives from library associations and agencies within the province and throughout the country on emerging trends and issues in library service.

BC SRC is made possible through the generous assistance of the Public Libraries Branch, Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs.

CUPE BC

CUPE BC is the British Columbia division of the Canadian Union of Public Employees. In our province, CUPE represents workers in nine core sectors: local government, public education, libraries, post-secondary education, transportation, emergency services, community social services, community health, and non-governmental organizations. CUPE members can be found in every region of the province, providing important public services to families, kids and communities.

There are more than 164 CUPE locals in British Columbia, each serving as the primary voice of the CUPE members within their workplace and community with the support of both CUPE and CUPE BC.

CUPE BC generously sponsors the annual medals that are awarded to participants at the end of each SRC year as a way to celebrate their accomplishments.

British Columbia Library Association

BCLA is a non-profit, cross-sectorial association that furthers the interests of libraries and represents individual and institutional members. BCLA offers opportunities for discussion, debate, and activities pertinent to libraries and the Association. BCLA provides professional development for members and advocates for issues that support members, libraries, and the community.