Wi-Fi disruption due to Wi-Fi Upgrades at Concession Branch and Sherwood Branch on Nov 6th. We aim to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
Concession Branch and Sherwood Branch Network Unavailable
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Published:
Monday, November 3, 2025 - 12:15pm
Waterdown Branch Network Unavailable
Wifi disruption due to Wi-Fi Upgrades at Waterdown Branch on Nov 4th. We aim to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
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Published:
Monday, November 3, 2025 - 9:45am
Delayed Branch Openings
The following locations have upcoming delayed openings due to Staff training drills.
Friday, November 7
Terryberry Branch, 10am
Monday, November 10
Concession Branch, 10am
Thursday, November 13
Binbrook Branch, 10am
Friday, November 14
Valley Park Branch, 10am
You may visit nearby Branches for your library needs. www.hpl.ca/hours
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees
Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm
Naming Opportunities Policy
Policy Purpose
To provide opportunity for public recognition of individuals or organizations that have made a lasting contribution to the development of library services in the City of Hamilton or significant financial donors.
Key Points Summary
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The naming of a room or facility in recognition of a significant contribution or financial donor is a decision that requires special consideration by the Library Board.
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Requests for naming a room after an individual or organization must be made to the Hamilton Public Library Board in writing for formal consideration.
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The Library Board may initiate the naming of a room in recognition of a significant financial contribution.
Policy Details
The naming of a room or facility in recognition of a significant financial donor or individual is a decision that requires special consideration by the Library Board of the value and benefits of such recognition and the suitability of the room or facility for such recognition purposes.
Recommendations for the naming of a room or facility after an individual may be considered to honour the individual’s contribution to the Hamilton Public Library; the naming of a room or facility may also be considered in recognition of a significant financial donation to the Hamilton Public Library.
Rooms or facilities named after the implementation date of this policy require a review by the Hamilton Public Library Board every five (5) years or earlier, at the request of the board, at which time Board approval will be required to renew the named room/facility.
