Libraries should become part of the distribution system for government information and services. Providing this service would also help libraries to become economic development centres. The basic building block of the information infrastructure in Canada is the local community or municipal network. Libraries, because they are already in the information and networking business, are major facilitators in the development of community or municipal networks. They often help build the networks, house the equipment, provide the technical expertise, administer the networks, and train people in the use of the systems.
Librarians are information navigators.
Librarians are taking on the new role of information navigators by organizing digital information and by developing information locator skills. Implementation Strategies Consultation Process. The release of the concept paper marks the beginning of an ongoing consultation process. The LibraryNet Advisory Committee will initiate an informal needs assessment and consultation process with the library community. Vision Document and Business Plan.