CHIN News - September, 2014

• The Virtual Museum of Canada is Moving Soon 

As it was announced in the Economic Action Plan 2014, the Canadian Museum of History will soon be responsible for the Virtual Museum of Canada (VMC). The official transfer is scheduled to proceed on September 30, 2014.

• Collections Without Borders: Health Check Tool for Digital Content Creators

While cultural institutions continue to develop an array of digital content and products, they often do so without giving enough consideration to the ongoing efforts and resources required to ensure their long-term viability.

• Choosing the Right Social Media for Your Institution

In this ongoing series, CHIN examines the different ways museums can promote their activities online. This month, we look at microblogs and their use in the heritage sector.

Read more...