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
Kenilworth Branch - Parking Lot

Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot is not available on Friday, September 11, the morning of Saturday, September 12 and on Tuesday, September 15. Nearby street parking is available. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Barton Branch - Construction in Area

Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:30pm
Print on the Go Currently Unavailable

The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.

Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
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.

Saturday, September 12               

  • Stoney Creek - Cancelled 
  • Riverdale - Cancelled 

Thursday, September 17       

  • Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled 
  • Meadowlands - Cancelled 

Friday, September 18             

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

Accessibility Tools

Computer keyboard with accessibility symbolWould assistive technologies make your use of the library more rewarding? In addition to text enlargers at five branches, our computers are equipped with many accessibility features.

Library Accessibility Features

Do you need to know which accessibility features are available at your branch

  • Service animals and service animals in-training are welcome
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Automatic doors at entrances
  • Elevators
  • Hearing Loop 
  • Accessible Catalogue Only computers
  • Accessible Checkout stations
  • Computer workstations are wheelchair accessible
  • Headphone accessibility for all Internet workstations
  • Magnifying sheets and handheld magnifiers

Aroga Merlin Text Enlarger features brightly lit large screen with adjustable or stationary platform, custom text blocking, use of lines to assist with tracking of text, background colour change options. It is available at the following branches: Central, Red Hill and Dundas.

C-Pens:  The C-Pen Reader is a small, compact pen-like device that scans text and reads it out loud. (Available at Central Library.)

Accessibility Software on Computers

All public computers have a desktop accessibility folder where you can access accessibility services, settings and programs available in Windows, including:

Magnifier: Magnifier is a program that magnifies a portion of your computer screen, making it easier to read.

Narrator: Narrator is a program that reads the text on your screen out loud.

On-Screen Keyboard: On-Screen Keyboard is a program that lets you use your mouse or other devices to interact with a keyboard on the screen. 

This information is adapted from the Microsoft Windows website.