The accessibility door at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Ancaster Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
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Saturday, November 8, 2025 - 9:45am
Concession Branch: Children's Area Renovations
Concession Branch: Children's Area Now Reopened
Concession Branch's children's area has now reopened, with the exception of the teen section. Public computers still remain affected. Thank you for your patience as we aim to restore these services soon.
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Published:
Friday, November 7, 2025 - 9:30am
Odour at Carlisle Branch
Members visiting the Carlisle Branch may notice an unpleasant odour. We are working to identify the source and hope to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
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Published:
Thursday, November 6, 2025 - 5:30pm
Network Maintenance - Wednesday, November 12
HPL's WiFi, Catalogue and online resources will undergo network maintenance on Wednesday, November 12 from 5-8am. We apologize for the inconvenience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, November 6, 2025 - 8:00am
Kenilworth Branch Reopening
Noise and limited parking continue at the Kenilworth Branch this week as renovations wrap up. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
Monday, October 27, 2025 - 3:00pm
Delayed Branch Openings
The following locations have upcoming delayed openings due to Staff training drills.
Thursday, November 13
Binbrook Branch, 10am
Friday, November 14
Valley Park Branch, 10am
Monday, November 24
Mount Hope, 2pm
Thursday, November 27
Stoney Creek, 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
Community Resources Events
- 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 Program
Learn how to find meaningful employment in this workshop series from Fedcap Canada.
- 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
In Branch
Job seekers, visit Goodwill Amity staff at the Community Partner Desk for employment help.
- 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
In-Branch Program
Learn how to find meaningful employment in this workshop series from Fedcap Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Visit the Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre's Black Health Community Cultural Ambassador for information about health care access, including mental health and harm reduction services.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre's support and services for immigrant and refugee individuals and families.
- 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
In-Branch Program
Learn how to find meaningful employment in this workshop series from Fedcap 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
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In-Branch Program
Connect and learn more about opportunities and resources available to youth in Hamilton.
- 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
In-Branch Program
Learn how to find meaningful employment in this workshop series from Fedcap Canada.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Visit with staff from Wayside House of Hamilton for Hep-C testing.
