The accessible washroom at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Ancaster Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
Published:
Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 2:00pm
Concession Branch - Closed, September 9
Due to ongoing construction, Concession Branch will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. It will be reopen on Thursday, September 10.
Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:00pm
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 Not Available
Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable until Friday, September 11. 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.
Tuesday, September 8
- Strathcona - Cancelled
- McMaster - Cancelled
Thursday, September 10
- Rockton and Millgrove visits moved to Saturdays (Starting September 12)
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
Murdoch Collection: Alphabetical Listing
Radial Railway - 5 November 1960
Rainham Centre - 24 January 1953, 16 November 1963
Regan - 4 February 1956
Reminiscences - 24 December 1955, 31 December 1955, 7 January 1956, 22 December 1956, 29 December 1956, 5 January 1957, 21 December 1957, 28 December 1957, 4 January 1958, 24 December 1960, 31 December 1960, 7 January 1961, 16 December 1961, 23 December 1961, 30 December 1961, 15 December 1962, 22 December 1962, 4 January 1964, 26 December 1964
Rideau Lakes - 22 August 1959
Ridgeway - 8 December 1956, 16 May 1964
Rochester, N.Y., USA - 6 October 1956
Rock Chapel - 26 April 1952
Rockford - 27 November 1954
Rockton - 22 September 1962
Rockwood - 4 September 1954, 17 August 1963
Rosedale, Toronto - 14 May 1960
Roseland Park - 8 November 1952
Ryckman’s Corners - 23 February 1952, 1 August 1959
