Access member-only content (including the CHLA directory) using the userid and password that were sent to when you joined or renewed your subscription. In the Member Area Features section, you can search for names in the directory using the query box, or select 'Quick Reports' to see the complete member roster. If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact the CHLA/ABSC Association Office at info@chla-absc.ca.
Membership year runs from January 1 to December 31. All fees are expressed and payable in Canadian Dollars.
CHLA/ABSC members* benefit from
*some membership plans have exemptions or additions to the items listed above, see
membership plan details below for more information.
In addition to the benefits listed above, in the year of membership a regular member shall receive:
A student member is defined as an individual enrolled in a full-time course of study.
In addition to the benefits listed above, in the year of membership a student member shall receive:
In addition to the benefits listed above, a library technician member shall receive:
In addition to the benefits listed above*, in the year of membership, an institutional member shall receive:
*At the time of registration/renewal, the Institution must name two individuals who will receive the CHLA/ABSC and MLA continuing education activities membership rate privileges listed above.
*The institution must provide names and emails of staff to info@chla-absc.ca for eNews distribution and member access to the CHLA/ABSC website.
*This membership category is insufficient for serving on a Chapter Executive or the CHLA/ABSC Board.
In addition to the benefits listed above*, in the year of membership a retired member shall receive:
*CHLA/ABSC and MLA sponsored continuing education activities can be attended at the retired member rate.
A Retired Member must no longer be earning a salary from employment. The initial membership application for Retired status must include the name of a current CHLA/ABSC member who can verify that the applicant has retired.
In addition to the benefits listed above, in the year of membership an unemployed member shall receive:
In addition to the benefits listed above, during each year of the lifetime of the membership, an honourary member shall receive:
Guidelines for awarding of Honourary Membership are available here.
Employer Funding Request Templates
Asking an employer for funding can be difficult. The CHLA /ABSC board has drafted two sample letters that you can use to request that your employer cover the cost of your membership in CHLA/ABSC.
We encourage you to modify these templates as you see fit to highlight how CHLA /ABSC membership benefits both you and your employer.
