Kari D. Weaver (she/her) currently serves (on secondment) as the Program Manager, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL) where she leads pilot projects exploring AI augmentations to existing library workflows and designs and delivers professional development training on AI and Machine Learning across OCUL member libraries. Additionally, she is a continuing sessional faculty member in the Department of Leadership, Higher, and Adult Education at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto. She holds her B.A. from Indiana University, her M.L.I.S. from the University of Rhode Island, and her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of South Carolina.

Dr. Weaver’s wide-ranging research background includes study of accessibility for online learning, information literacy, academic integrity, misinformation, and she is widely recognized as an expert in AI citation, attribution, and disclosure practices for her development of the Artificial Intelligence Disclosure (AID) Framework. She currently co-leads a broad international effort  with collaborators from the World Conference on Research Integrity Foundation (WCRIF), the International Science Council (ISC), the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), the Association of Scientific, Technical and Medical Publishers (STM) and the Global Young Academy (GYA) to establish a Global Reporting Standard for AI Disclosure in Research.

Brian Pichman, a forward-thinking technologist and champion for progress, breathes new life into libraries and educational institutions through his groundbreaking work across his careers.  By seamlessly integrating state-of-the-art technology, fostering dynamic collaboration, and nurturing a culture of innovation, Brian masterfully transforms organizations into vibrant centers of creativity, knowledge-sharing, and community engagement that inspire lifelong learning. His unwavering commitment to reimagining the role of libraries and educational institutions in the modern world has a profound impact on communities, reshaping the way organizations operate and cementing his legacy as a transformative force for change in the world of education.

• Liana Giovando is an academic librarian and consultant specializing in collaborative library systems, digital infrastructure, and strategic service development in Libraries.
• Liana’s consulting firm – Pertinence.ca – provides strategy, research, and project leadership for libraries navigating technological and organizational change.
• Pertinence.ca works with academic, public, and collaborative library organizations to design services, implement technology solutions, and strengthen the role of libraries in their communities.

Ioana is a peer trainer at CELA. Herself a longtime CELA user, she is passionate about accessible technology and enjoys teaching it to other CELA users. She also provides support to public libraries in using CELA services to promote accessible reading. Ioana is also a professional concert guitarist, performing and teaching music internationally.

Christopher Knapp, a PhD LIS Student at Western University, has been conducting ongoing research on the topic of providing access to information for 2SLGBTQIA+ children, youth, and families via collection & program development, safe space creation, and professional behavior standards since 2016. Prior to starting his PhD LIS, he completed his MLIS at Western University in 2017, as well as a B.A. in History and English Literature (2012) and a B.Ed. with Secondary specialization (2013) in the same fields at UBC. Christopher has worked as a high school teacher and teacher-librarian on-call, and is currently a Children’s & Teen Librarian with the London Public Library.

David serves on the Stratford Public Library Board, the Ontario Library Service Board, and the OLBA Council. Through his dedication to libraries, he champions the role of accessible, trusted knowledge in creating resilient, human-centred communities.

David is also a board member of the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA), advocating for safe, secure, and inclusive digital infrastructure across Canada.

Margaret Lam (M.I.) is Vice-Chair of the KPL Board and Design Research Lead at Octagram, a software consultancy in Waterloo, Ontario. She consults and advises on strategic digital initiatives, where she brings a nuanced understanding of how human-centered design practices can inform social innovation and digital transformation. 

In 2016, building on an OLA Super Conference session with Dr. Bill Irwin and David Mackey, she launched the “What Are Public Libraries Anyway?” Substack as a professional development resource for library leaders, professionals and trustees navigating rapid technological change. She curates discourse from a cross section of industries and perspectives that are relevant to the library sector.

Over a decade ago, she founded BeMused Network, a SaaS platform for the performing arts. For her next chapter, she is exploring what copyright looks like for independent creators in the age of AI."

Born and raised in Hong Kong and having spent more than half my life in Canada, I embrace my Chinese Canadian identity wholeheartedly. With an academic background in Communication & Journalism and Education, I have been working in the public library field for close to a decade. I am currently a Community Librarian at Markham Public Library, focusing on business and financial literacy. When I’m not working, I love gardening, going on foraging trips, trying new recipes, and binge‑watching K‑dramas.

Aleksandra is a Senior Services Specialist at Toronto Public Library, developing, coordinating and supporting the Digital Innovation Hub service, which is currently available at 13 Toronto Public Library branch locations.

Marvella is a Services Specialist in the Creation Loft at North York Central Library. The Creation Loft includes both a Digital Innovation Hub and a Fabrication Studio, and she plays a key role in supporting programming and services in that space.

Jorge is a Digital Design Technician at Richview Library, where he supports the Digital Innovation Hub through customer service and the delivery of innovative programming.

Patricia Kosseim began her second term as commissioner on July 1, 2025. She has significant experience and a wealth of knowledge in the areas of privacy and access law, having worked in public, private and health sectors, and across various jurisdictions.

Prior to joining the IPC, Patricia was counsel in Osler’s Privacy and Data Management Group where she provided strategic advice to clients on matters of privacy, data governance, and access law. She also led a number of thought leadership initiatives as national co-leader of Osler’s AccessPrivacy knowledge platform.

For more than a decade, Patricia served as senior general counsel and director general at the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada in Ottawa. During that period, she was responsible for advancing a number of major cases before the federal courts and the Supreme Court of Canada; advising on critical privacy investigations; appearing before parliamentary committees on significant legislative bills; developing national and international policies; leading a national research funding program; and, overseeing a technology analysis team and laboratory.

While holding executive positions at Genome Canada and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Patricia developed and led national strategies for addressing legal, ethical, and social aspects of health research and genomics technologies. She began her career in Montreal practicing in the areas of health law, civil litigation, human rights, privacy, and labour and employment with a leading national law firm.

Patricia has published and spoken extensively on matters of privacy law, health law, and ethics.  She has taught part-time at the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law and has held many professional appointments and board memberships, including as a member of the Board of Governors of the Ottawa Hospital; chair of the Board of Directors of the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute; vice-chair of the Research Integrity Committee of les Fonds de recherche du Quebec; member of the National DNA Databank Advisory Committee; and member of various expert working groups of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development.

Patricia obtained her business and law degrees from McGill University in Montreal, and a Master’s Degree in Medical Law and Ethics from King’s College, University of London. She is a member of the Law Society of Ontario, as well as the Barreau du Quebec, and is fluently bilingual in both official languages.

When she is not in the office — either physically or virtually — Patricia enjoys all-season, outdoor activities with her family and their dog Rocky.

Diana Maliszewski (OCT BA BEd MEd) is the teacher-librarian at Agnes Macphail Public School in the Toronto District School Board and has worked as a school library professional for over twenty-five years.  From 2006 - 2018, she was the editor-in-chief of The Teaching Librarian, the official publication of the Ontario School Library Association. Currently, she is the co-Vice President of the Association for Media Literacy and Canada's representative with the North American and European chapter of UNESCO's Media and Information Literacy Alliance. Diana developed and facilitates the Teacher Librarianship Additional Qualification courses for York University and Queen's University. Diana has been honoured with several awards, such as the Follett International Teacher-Librarian of the Year in 2008 and the OLA President's Award for Exceptional Achievement in 2013. She blogs weekly as part of her reflective professional practice at http://mondaymollymusings.blogspot.com.

Diana Maliszewski (OCT BA BEd MEd) is the teacher-librarian at Agnes Macphail Public School in the Toronto District School Board and has worked as a school library professional for over twenty-five years.  From 2006 - 2018, she was the editor-in-chief of The Teaching Librarian, the official publication of the Ontario School Library Association. Currently, she is the co-Vice President of the Association for Media Literacy and Canada's representative with the North American and European chapter of UNESCO's Media and Information Literacy Alliance. Diana developed and facilitates the Teacher Librarianship Additional Qualification courses for York University and Queen's University. Diana has been honoured with several awards, such as the Follett International Teacher-Librarian of the Year in 2008 and the OLA President's Award for Exceptional Achievement in 2013. She blogs weekly as part of her reflective professional practice at http://mondaymollymusings.blogspot.com.

Qing (Nancy) Xia is a final-year PhD researcher in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), currently studying at University College London and sponsored by Microsoft Research Cambridge and the Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council in the UK. Her work focuses on understanding the conditions which foster collaborative behaviours in AI use, using both qualitative and quantitative research methods, and she has published many of her works in high-impact academic venues such as CSCW, CHIWORK, and VLHCC. Nancy has a BSc in Experimental Psychology and MSc in Human-Computer Interaction, both from UCL. She is currently supervised by Prof. Duncan Brumby and Prof. Anna Cox from UCL, and Dr. Advait Sarkar from Microsoft Research Cambridge. She enjoys applying her research skills to solving problems, and following her graduation aims to move into consultancy and industry UX research. 

Stefania Kuczynski is a graduate student at the University of Toronto's iSchool, where she explores the intersections of GLAM, collective memory, and reconciliation. She currently works with OCUL and Scholars Portal on their AIML initiative as a metadata support specialist student, assisting with testing Al tools to enhance under-described collections of Canadian government documents.

Christina Hwang is Associate Dean (Academic) at the University of Regina’s Dr. John Archer Library and Archives, where her portfolio includes Collection Services, User Services, and the Liaison Librarian program. 

Dale Storie is the Associate Dean (Research) at the Dr. John Archer Library and Archives, University of Regina, where his portfolio includes Archives, Data Services, Discovery Technologies, Copyright, and Scholarly Communication.  

Ryan Tucci is the Communication, Media Studies and Journalism Librarian at Carleton University's MacOdrum Library. Since ChatGPT appeared on the scene in late 2022, he has been exploring the rapidly evolving landscape of generative AI, with a particular focus on its implications for information literacy. He is also interested in how students navigate the transition from high school to higher education, particularly the skills they bring with them and the gaps they encounter along the way.

Sophie Fillion has been a librarian for over three years now, and has a marked interest in informational literacy. Since the arrival by storm of ChatGPT, where she was working in a small university at the time, she has been following new AI innovations and attempting to build an expertise to transmit to her coworkers and students. Sophie now works to accomplish this in her medical setting, with all its particularities. She is fully bilingual, but works 99% of the time in French, so please forgive in advance any strange translations!