Concession Branch - Construction Updates

Due to a glass door installation for the new Makerspace area, Concession Branch will close at 1 pm on Thursday, September 3. It is expected to reopen to its regular hours with limited services on Friday, September 4. Stay tuned for continual updates.

www.hpl.ca/concession

Published:
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 - 12:00pm
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

Health And Wellness Events

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.

In-Branch Program

Gentle and slow stretching.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
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In-Branch Program

Learn about the different types of dementia, risk factors and how a diagnosis is made.

In-Branch Program

Learn how to do Tai Chi, a low-impact practice that helps connect your body and mind through meditation in motion.
Learn the benefits of massage for your infant and how to do it.

In-Branch

A space for new parents and caregivers to connect, receive information from an Early Childhood Educator and participate in an activity or song with baby.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
Learn tips on how to harvest, store and plant seeds. Chat with other gardeners.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability, through the SMART program.

In-Branch Program

Mild exercise to help release your tension and stress.

In-Branch Program

Explore and create with our various food-themed stations and activities.

In-Branch Program

Join us for movement-based play.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.

In-Branch Program

Exercise your way to better health and fitness.

In Branch

Learn the benefits of massage for your infant and how to do it.