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Francesco Lai is a seasoned library professional with extensive experience in government, research, and library management. He has held various leadership positions, including Head of Library Services at Environment Canada and Manager of Library and Information Services at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Lai holds a Master of Library &\u00bc\u00f4\u00f4 Science (MLIS) from Western University.
With expertise in information management, collection development, and public speaking, Lai has established himself as a valuable asset in the library community.
He has worked in various settings, including government, academia, and public libraries, and has developed a strong understanding of the importance of information literacy and community outreach.
Lai's experience spans over 25 years, with a strong foundation in library science and research.
Experience
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Environment Canada
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Burlington, Canada
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Head, Library Services (Burlington and Downsview)
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Feb 2010 - Present
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Burlington, Canada
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Head, Canadian Agriculture Library - Guelph
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Jan 1999 - Feb 2010
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Acting Chief, Information Resource Management, Canadian Agriculture Library
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Apr 2007 - May 2007
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Assistant Chief, Acquisitions
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Jan 2007 - Mar 2007
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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
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Ottawa, Canada Area
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Acting Chief, Information Resource Management
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Jan 2005 - May 2005
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Ottawa, Canada Area
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Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
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Kitchener, Canada Area
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Manager, Information Resources
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Jan 2003 - Nov 2003
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Kitchener, Canada Area
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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
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Kentville, Canada
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Manager, Library and Information Services
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Jan 1998 - Jan 1999
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Kentville, Canada
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Nova Scotia Agricultural College
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Truro, Canada
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Reference and Systems Librarians
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Jan 1993 - Dec 1997
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Truro, Canada
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Thunder Bay Public Library
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Thunder Bay, Canada
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Reference Librarian
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Sep 1991 - Jan 1993
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Thunder Bay, Canada
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Education
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1989 - 1991Western University
Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) -
1983 - 1988Western University
Bachelor or Arts, Double Major in English and History
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