York University Libraries is pleased to welcome four new members to our team, bringing a wealth of expertise and experience in areas ranging from knowledge synthesis and research support to archival stewardship, community engagement and collections management.
Their diverse backgrounds strengthen the Libraries’ ability to support York’s students, researchers and broader community, while contributing new perspectives and ideas to our work. We are delighted to introduce Allison McArthur, Donna Bernardo-Ceriz, Caroline Rabideau and Michael Reansbury and look forward to the contributions they will make to York University Libraries.
Allison McArthur | July 2026
Assistant Librarian, Knowledge Synthesis & W.P. Scott Chair in Librarianship
Allison McArthur brings extensive expertise in knowledge synthesis, evidence synthesis methodologies, information literacy instruction and emerging AI-enabled research methods. She joins York from Public Health Ontario, where she provided expert research consultation and instructional support and provided leadership in systematic and rapid review methodologies.
Allison’s depth of expertise, collaborative approach and commitment to innovative teaching and research support will contribute to York University Libraries’ work supporting students and researchers and advancing knowledge.
Caroline Rabideau | September 2026
Adjunct Librarian, Student Learning & Academic Success
Caroline Rabideau brings more than seven years of experience in library client services and user engagement, with expertise in outreach programming, instruction and community-focused service.
Most recently, she served as Acting Library Services Coordinator at St. Marys Public Library, where she developed and oversaw inclusive programming for youth and families, supervised and trained staff, and led initiatives focused on strengthening community literacies through outreach and instruction.
Her experience supporting learning, building community partnerships and creating inclusive library experiences reflects a strong commitment to connecting people with information and opportunities to learn. We are excited to welcome Caroline to York University Libraries and look forward to the perspective and experience she will bring to our community.
Donna Bernardo-Ceriz | October 2026
Head, Clara Thomas Archives and Special Collections
Donna Bernardo-Ceriz joins York University Libraries from the Ontario Jewish Archives, Blankenstein Family Heritage Centre, where she served as Managing Director since 2006. During her tenure, she led efforts to preserve, steward and share the diverse histories of Ontario’s Jewish communities, advancing access to archival collections and fostering public engagement with these important records.
Donna holds a Bachelor of Arts (Specialized Honours) in History from York University and a Master of Information from the University of Toronto. As a York alumna and experienced archival leader, she brings a strong commitment to community-centred archival practice and to preserving the stories and collective memory that help us understand our past and present.
As Head of Clara Thomas Archives and Special Collections, Donna will provide strategic leadership supporting research, teaching and learning while fostering collaborations within and beyond York.
Michael Reansbury | October 2026
Collections & Acquisitions Manager
Michael Reansbury brings more than 15 years of experience in academic library operations, collections, acquisitions and technical services. He joins York from George Brown Polytechnic, where he served as Coordinator, Collections and Technical Services, coordinating a team of library technicians and overseeing acquisitions, cataloguing, course reserves, electronic resource management and resource sharing.
Previously, Michael served as Manager, Library Services at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, providing budgetary and operational oversight across two campuses. He has also contributed to the library profession through service with College Libraries Ontario, the Toronto Health Library Association and the Ontario Association of Library Technicians.
Michael holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies from Robert Gordon University, a Library and Information Technician Diploma from Seneca College, and undergraduate degrees from Western University. At York, he will lead the Collections & Acquisitions team, bringing his experience and expertise to the ongoing development and management of library resources that support teaching, learning and research.