Due to maintenance, the Central Library's First Floor Women's Washroom will be out of service on the morning of Monday, July 21. Washrooms are available in the Hamilton Room and by the Jackson Square Food Court. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Central Library - First Floor Women's Washroom Out of Order
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Published:
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 2:00pm
Catalogue Maintenance
HPL's catalogue is not available Sunday July, 20 5:00am - 10:00am due to system maintenance. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 2:00pm
Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton
Heat Warning for the City of Hamilton.
Significant heat and humidity will arrive on Friday July 11. Heat Warnings stay in effect until they are cancelled or escalated to an Extended Heat Warning.
For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations and reducing your risk, visit hamilton.ca.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, July 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Concession Branch Accessible Parking Spot not available
Accessible Parking Spot not available. We are working to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
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Published:
Friday, July 11, 2025 - 10:15am
Locke Branch - Filming
Filming will take place near the Locke Branch from July 13 to 16, which will impact traffic flow and parking. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- North side of Homewood Avenue between Lockes Street South and Kent Street
- North/South side of Stanley Avenue
- East side of Kent Street between Stanley Avenue and Homewood Avenue
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Published:
Friday, July 11, 2025 - 8:00am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Community Resources Events
- 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
VON delivers supports, training and guidance to caregivers of individuals with short or long-term limitations due to illness, injury or disability.
- 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.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Hamilton Child and Family Supports was established in 1894 as a not-for-profit charitable organization focusing on the well-being and protection of children.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In Branch
Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support, and most importantly, inspire hope
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak with staff from the Positive Health Network about proper use of naloxone kits and other harm reduction strategies.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Good Shepherd offers supports for seniors impacted by issues such as dementia, abuse/exploitation, mental and physical health challenges, precarious housing, food insecurity and social isolation.
- 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
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In Branch
Speak with a peer support worker for emotional and practical support around mental health challenges and illness.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Ask your questions, share your concerns and learn more about vaccine services from trusted sources.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Learn about free and confidential services such as counselling, advocacy, family court support, safety and wellness workshops provided by Interval House.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Housing, employment, education and mental health supports for youth ages 18-29.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
Hamilton’s Climate Action Strategy is a City and community roadmap to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with a commitment to getting there in an equitable way that leaves no one behind.
- 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.
