Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science

Aims & Scope

The Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science is recognized internationally for its authoritative bilingual contributions to the field of information science.

Established in 1976, the journal is dedicated to the publication of research findings, both in full-length and in brief format; reviews of books; software and technology; and letters to the editor.

The editorial policy of the journal is to continue the advancement of information and library science in both English and French Canada by serving as a forum for discussion of theory and research.

The journal is concerned with research findings, understanding the issues in the field, and understanding the history, economics, technology, and human behaviour of information library systems and services.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2024	0.60

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.281

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	22

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	17267

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	31

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Computer Science and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Integrating quantitative and qualitative data in mixed methods research: An illustration

  Citation: 11

  Authors: Africa S.

• Measuring the prevalence of open access in Canada: A national comparison

  Citation: 6

  Authors: Virginie, Simon, Vincent

• A Community Partnership Approach to Digital Literacy Training for Older Adults Between Public Libraries and Seniors’ Organizations | Une approche de partenariat communautaire pour la formation à la littératie numérique des personnes âgées entre les bibliothèques publiques et les organismes pour personnes âgées.

  Citation: 5

  Authors: Raghad, Tara, Brian, Heidi, Alexander

• How have LIS school curricula evolved over the past twenty years?

  Citation: 5

  Authors: EunKyung, Janet, JungWon

• L’intelligence artificielle et la gestion documentaire : quels apports? Quels enjeux? | Artificial intelligence and records management: what gains? What stakes?

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Siham

• Canadian university research libraries during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Channarong, Michelle

• Is the library for “every body”? Examining fatphobia in library spaces through online library furniture catalogues

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Roger

• Relating health information literacy self-efficacy to information technology use and health status: A large-scale study among Chinese undergraduates

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Shengli, Xiaoyu, Shaoxiong

• Factors contributing to COVID-19 skepticism and information gaps among older adults in the United States and Canada: An analysis of nationality, gender, education, family, and politics

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Brady D., Bobbi Sartin

• What are they saying? A speech act analysis of a vaccination information debate on Facebook

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Laurie, Jinxuan

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