Preview the New HPL.ca

We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.

Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.

If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.

Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Delayed Openings and Closures

Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.

  • Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
  • Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am

Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.

Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September

Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September: 

Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.

Thursday, September 17       

  • Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled 
  • Meadowlands - Cancelled 

Friday, September 18             

  • Winona - Cancelled 
  • Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am

CELA - Centre for Equitable Library Access

Do you have difficulty reading print? If you have trouble reading print because of a visual, physical or learning disability the Hamilton Public Library offers lots of other ways to read.

As a member of CELA, we offer:

  • Titles for all ages in audio, e-text and braille
  • More than 85,000 books, magazines and newspapers
  • Materials in English and French, with expanding access to other languages

Register for CELA service using the new self-registration form found at the the CELA website.

To find out more, contact your local library branch or email askhpl@hpl.ca.