The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
Published:
Saturday, May 30, 2026 - 12:00pm
Internet outage at Kenilworth Branch
The internet at Kenilworth Branch is not working. We aim to have it fixed quickly.
Published:
Saturday, May 30, 2026 - 11:15am
Digital Microfilm Readers Are Currently Unavailable
Digital microfilm readers are not available at Central library branch until further notice. We're working on a repair. In the meantime a single analog reader is available in the Local History and Archives Reading Room
Published:
Monday, May 25, 2026 - 12:00pm
SmartPay Service Not Available
HPL's online payment service is not working. We aim to restore it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 2:15pm
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bookmobile Service June Modifications
Tuesday, June 2:
- McMaster University - Cancelled
Friday, June 5:
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Saturday, June 6:
- All Regular Sites are Cancelled due to a Special Event
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Staff Professional Development Day - All Branches Closed
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 29, for Staff Professional Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access service is not available. Regular service hours resume on Saturday May 30.
Visit our Virtual Branch at hpl.ca for our online resources and collections.
Published:
Thursday, May 14, 2026 - 12:00pm
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor
Renovations are currently underway for the 2nd Floor Central Children's Area. Programs are still being offered as scheduled and there is a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd Floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Construction is expected to be completed by late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Sherwood Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd Floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st Floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Community Resources Events
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
One-on-one information for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about settlement, career and health support and services for immigrant and refugee individuals and families.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In Branch
Connect and learn more about opportunities and resources available to youth in Hamilton.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
In Branch
Learn about the settlement and library services, supports and programs available to newcomers.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak to a Métis Nation of Ontario Family Wellbeing Coordinator who helps families heal from violence and helps children in care or in the justice system.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak to a nurse from Hamilton Public Health’s Tobacco Control Program about supports available to help people quit smoking or vaping.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Newcomer Support Services
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about the services, supports and education provided by the healthcare and support staff at Hamilton Family Health Team.
- Freelton Branch
- 1803 Brock Road Freelton ON
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
- Terryberry Branch
- 100 Mohawk Road West Hamilton ON
In Branch
Chat with a specialist about federal government services, including employment insurance, the Canada Pension Plan and more.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Canadian Mental Health Association Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and inspire hope.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak with Head Injury Rehabilitation Ontario (HIRO) staff about their community-based rehabilitation programs for adults living with brain injuries in Ontario.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Newcomer Support Services
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Mishka Social Services provides social services in Arabic and English/ نقدم الخدمات الاجتماعية باللغة العربية والانكليزية
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In Branch
Learn about the settlement and library services, supports and programs available to newcomers.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
IAM creates inclusive, positive and accepting environments for people with mental illness.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Housing, employment, education and mental health supports for youth ages 18-29.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and most importantly, inspire hope
