Latinx GLAM in Canada

About Us:

Latinx GLAM in Canada is an informal community of Latin American-identifying GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) workers and students across Canada. We are committed to creating a supportive, collaborative, and empowering space to share experiences, seek advice, and work toward common goals. Rooted in mutual respect and solidarity, our group fosters dialogue, mentoring, and professional development that reflect our diverse identities and lived experiences in the GLAM sector.

Whether through informal drop-ins or more structured collaboration, we aim to build a sustainable and inclusive network that affirms our voices and strengthens our presence in the field. We welcome all individuals regardless of their career status, from students to retirees, to join. Please contact us at the following email address to join: latinx-glam@googlegroups.com.

We are currently meeting remotely via Zoom once a month. New members are welcome to join meetings at their convenience. During meetings, we catch up, get to know each other, share ideas for how to collaborate as a group, and plan initiatives. If you cannot attend meetings, we also communicate regularly via Google Groups. We look forward to meeting you! 

Upcoming Events and Initiatives:

• Event at BC Library Association Conference for IBPOC GLAM (galleries, libraries, archives, museums) workers and students. The gathering is FREE, and open to conference and non-conference attendees who identify as IBPOC. There will also be an informal after-party at the on-site restaurant. But please note that food and drinks are not complimentary.
  We look forward to seeing you all and to building a community among IBPOC GLAM workers and students.
  Event details:
  Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026
  Time: 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
  Location: Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond
  For conference attendees, registration through BCLA: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/bcla2026/sessions/SESSBNYHX7JFDSG9G
  For non-conference attendees, please register: https://forms.gle/GrHZhqxwBEq1Qkp58
  Please forward this to colleagues and students of British Columbia that are not part of ViMLoC.
  If you have any questions, please feel free to reply to this e-mail or reach out to me at elizabeth.fernandes@ubc.ca

Past Events and Initiatives:

• Latinx GLAM in Canada x UBC iSchool Meet-up & Panel Discussion for Latinx Students: October 7 2025
• Latinx GLAM in Canada x UBC iSchool Potluck: January 2025