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Table of Contents

  Preamble to the Library and Archives of Canada Act
 
  Introduction
 
  Section 1: What will Library and Archives Canada be?
Five key directions shape our vision of the future
 
    1.1 A new kind of knowledge institution
    1.2 A truly national institution
    1.3 Working with others to strengthen the whole of Canada's documentary heritage
    1.4 A prime learning destination
    1.5 A lead institution in government information management
 
  Section 2: What will guide LAC?
Directions that will guide us in realising our vision
 
    2.1 Access is our primary driver
    2.2 A clear focus on the client
    2.3 Effective stewardship through management of risk
    2.4 New approaches to describing Canada's documentary heritage
    2.5 Digital is mainstream
    2.6 Strengthened leadership and strategic focus
    2.7 Integrated and holistic approaches
 
  Section 3: What supporting strategies will enable us?
Internal strategies for the new institution
 
    3.1 Being outcome-focused
    3.2 Embedding flexibility
    3.3 Fostering an open and learning culture
    3.4 Building new strengths in our workforce
    3.5 Being technology-enabled
    3.6 Providing a healthy and supportive work environment
 
  Conclusion