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OLA Super Conference
Canada's Largest Library Learning & Networking Event
Speakers & Presenters
Learn about session types, presentation formats, and how to get involved.
Sponsors & Exhibitors
Connect with thousands of library decision-makers through Canada's largest library trade show.
What Makes Super Conference “Super”
Super Conference is more than a conference — it’s a shared space for learning, reflection, and collective momentum.
→ A wide‑ranging program serving public, school, academic, and special libraries
→ Hundreds of sessions, workshops, and events
→ Canada’s largest library trade show
→ Opportunities to connect across roles, regions, and sectors
→ Virtual and on‑demand options for flexible participation
→ A strong commitment to accessibility, equity, and safer spaces
Whether you’re looking to build skills, spark ideas, or reconnect with colleagues, Super Conference is designed to support your work — and your community.
Program Highlights
Super Conference programming includes:
→ Interactive workshops and panels
→ Author events and featured speakers
→ Practical, skills‑based sessions
→ Leadership, management, and governance learning
→ Virtual and on‑demand access for select content
Whether you’re looking to build skills, spark ideas, or reconnect with colleagues, Super Conference is designed to support your work — and your community.
Accessibility & Community Care
The OLA Super Conference is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for
all participants.
We work to remove barriers and support access through:
→ A physically accessible space and virtually accessible online platform
→ A strong Code of Conduct policy and procedure built on a lens of community care
→ Plain‑language communication and clear expectations
→ A variety of hybrid, virtual, and in-person participation options
→ A sensory-supportive environment that includes access to sensory/fidget supports and a dedicated Quiet Room
Super Conference Schedule Overview
This section provides you with an overview of the Super Conference structure.
To review the program schedule in detail, please visit the 2026 OLA Super Conference website by clicking on Attend > View the 2026 Program.
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- In-Person & Virtual
09:00 AM - 05:00 PMPre-Conference Workshops & Meetups
Kick off Super Conference early with hands-on workshops and informal meetups designed to go deep, build skills, and connect you with colleagues who share your interests. Come ready to learn, talk shop, and get inspired.
06:00 PM - 08:00 PMOpening Keynote
Start Super Conference together with a can’t-miss keynote that sets the tone for the days ahead—thought‑provoking, energizing, and rooted in the big ideas at the root of the conference.
08:00 PM - 09:30 PMWelcome Reception
Your Super Conference starts here! Mix, mingle, and reconnect with library colleagues old and new in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
- In-Person & Virtual
08:45 AM - 03:30 PMEducational Sessions
From practical takeaways to big-picture thinking, Super Conference’s educational sessions offer something for every role, sector, and career stage—led by library workers, partners, and experts from across the field.
08:00 AM - 10:00 PMOn-Demand Sessions
Learn on your own schedule with on-demand sessions you can watch anytime, pause, revisit, and explore long after the conference ends.
09:15 AM - 05:00 PMLivestream Sessions
Join one select session per timeslot in real time from wherever you are, with live engagement, Q&A, and access to some of Super Conference’s most popular programming.
09:30 AM - 05:00 PMSuper EXPO!
Explore Canada’s largest library trade show—packed with exhibitors, author signings, poster presentations, and ideas you can put into action back at your library.
12:00 PM - 01:00 PMPoster Presentations
Visit the Expo Floor between 12-1PM to discover innovative projects, research, and ideas from library workers across sectors in a lively, visual format that sparks conversation and inspiration.
03:45 PM - 05:00 PMKeynote
Pause the schedule and zoom out with a keynote that brings fresh perspective, bold ideas, and thoughtful reflection on the issues shaping our work and our communities.
05:30 PM - 09:30 PMSocial Night & OLA Awards Gala
Thursday evening at Super Conference always contains a variety of options, including our always-exceptional Social Night and the OLA Awards Gala. Celebrate the library community with an evening of connection, recognition, and fun as we honour excellence across Ontario’s libraries. See the program for timing and individual event details.
- In-Person & Virtual
08:15 AM - 03:30 PMEducational Sessions
From practical takeaways to big-picture thinking, Super Conference’s educational sessions offer something for every role, sector, and career stage—led by library workers, partners, and experts from across the field.
08:00 AM - 10:00 PMOn-Demand Sessions
Learn on your own schedule with on-demand sessions you can watch anytime, pause, revisit, and explore long after the conference ends.
09:15 AM - 05:00 PMLivestream Sessions
Join one select session per timeslot in real time from wherever you are, with live engagement, Q&A, and access to some of Super Conference’s most popular programming.
09:30 PM - 03:30 PMSuper EXPO!
Explore Canada’s largest library trade show—packed with exhibitors, author signings, poster presentations, and ideas you can put into action back at your library.
12:00 PM - 01:00 PMPoster Presentations
Visit the Expo Floor between 12-1PM to discover innovative projects, research, and ideas from library workers across sectors in a lively, visual format that sparks conversation and inspiration.
03:45 PM - 05:00 PMKeynote
Pause the schedule and zoom out with a keynote that brings fresh perspective, bold ideas, and thoughtful reflection on the issues shaping our work and our communities.
Farewell Reception
Wrap up Super Conference with one last chance to connect, reflect, and say goodbye—celebrating new ideas, new connections, and a few great memories to take home with you.
- In-Person & Virtual
09:00 AM - 05:00 PMLibrary Trustee Boot Camp
Designed specifically for trustees, this full‑day intensive offers practical learning, sector insights, and meaningful discussion to support effective library governance.
