Library Councils in Canadian Academic Libraries: A summary of responses

Abstract

In November 2007,Canadian academic librarians were surveyed via CACUL-L and CAUTLib regarding their experiences with and advice regarding library councils (or similar bodies) within their respective academic libraries. 28 librarians representing 25 libraries responded. Of these 13 libraries had a governance structure inclusive of a library council (or similarly mandated committee). This report summarizes the responses received.