Networking Events
Saturday, May 14
4:30 p.m.–5:15 p.m.
CHLA/ABSC First Timers’ Reception
New to the association? First time attending the meeting? The CHLA/ABSC Board of Directors invites new members and first-time meeting attendees to come join them for a drink and informal networking with colleagues prior to the Opening of the Hall of Exhibits. In the spirit of Mosaic ’16, new members and first timers from MLA and ICLC are also welcome to attend!
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception and Opening of the Hall of Exhibits
Sponsored by NEJM Group
Reconnect with colleagues, make new contacts, and check out the exhibits at the Welcome Reception. The exhibit hall will feature more than 100 exhibitors offering a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of the health information profession. One ticket is included with your registration. Purchase additional tickets on the registration form.
Sunday, May 15
noon–1:55 p.m.
Chapter Council Presents Chapter Sharing Roundtables
Ticketed event. Registrations must be received by May 1, 2016. Registrations without a topic selection will not be processed.
Attend the Chapter Council Presents Chapter Sharing Roundtables for a boxed lunch, informal discussion, and exchange of ideas. Please indicate dietary restrictions on your registration form. For details, see MLANET.
Cost: $30 (CAD38 for Canadian residents only)
Topics
- Altmetrics
- Consumer Health
- Data Curation
- Embedded Librarians
- How to Promote You and the Library
- Integrating Library Resources into the Electronic Health Record
- Integrating You and the Library into the Curriculum
- iPads in the Curriculum, Clinics, and the Library
- Issues in Hospital Librarianship
- Library Redesign
- Literature Searches to Support Systematic Reviews
- Online Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCID)
- Teaching Evidence-Based Medicine to Students and Faculty
4:30 p.m.–5:25 p.m.
Open Forums
These engaging interactive sessions cover timely association issues. Give your input and learn about what’s coming in the next year.
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
International Visitors Reception
Sponsored by NEJM Group
For International Cooperation Section members and international attendees.
Library School Reunion
Open to library school alumni. No registration required.
Monday, May 16
3:30 p.m.–4:55 p.m.
CHLA/ABSC Chapter Presidents’ Roundtable
CHLA/ABSC chapter presidents are invited to help the incoming president plan the future of the association. This invitation-only event replaces the traditional Chapter Presidents’ Lunch for 2016.
Tuesday, May 17
9:00 a.m.–10:25 a.m.
Business Meeting, Presidential Inaugural, and MLA ’17 Invitation
Attend this combined business meeting to hear from incoming president Teresa L. Knott, AHIP, and to participate in a discussion and vote on changes to MLA’s Bylaws.
noon–1:25 p.m.
CHLA/ABSC Annual General Meeting and Lunch
Come hear about the CHLA/ABSC’s accomplishments for 2015–2016 and plans for the coming year. All CHLA/ABSC members and those interested in joining the association are welcome to attend.
1:00 p.m.–1:55 p.m.
Legislative Update
Join MLA’s Governmental Relations Committee for this program, which will provide an overview of health funding, public access, and other relevant and timely issues and legislation.
4:30 p.m.–5:55 p.m.
CHLA/ABSC Interest Group Meetings
Join your interest group colleagues for some informal discussion and face-to-face networking.
6:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Presidents’ Awards Dinner
Ticket required. One ticket is included with multiday meeting registration. Additional tickets are available for purchase.
The presidents of MLA and CHLA/ABSC present a gala buffet dinner for all attendees to honor MLA and CHLA/ABSC award recipients and to celebrate the 40th anniversary of CHLA/ABSC. You will not want to miss this event, hosted in one of Toronto’s most elegant event venues, the Canadian Room in the Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Music and merriment immediately follow the awards ceremony and buffet dinner. Bring your dancing shoes!