Monday, April 28 is the National Day of Mourning to remember and honour those who have died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace. All HPL Branches will observe a minute of silence at 11am to honour their memories.
April 28: National Day of Mourning
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:00am
Westdale Branch: Polling Station
Monday, April 28 is Election Day in Canada. Westdale Branch is open 9:30am-9:30pm as a polling station. Please bring one piece of ID to vote. Please note there will be a minute of silence at 11am in honour of the National Day of Mourning.
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Published:
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:00am
City of Hamilton IT Maintenance
Due to City IT maintenance, HPL's catalogue and digital resources will not be available on Sunday, April 27 between midnight and 1am. We apologize for the inconvenience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:00am
Saltfleet Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Saltfleet Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Friday, April 25, 2025 - 9:00am
Extended Access at Freelton Branch Unavailable
Extended Access at Freelton Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Thursday, April 24, 2025 - 12:00pm
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31
From Monday, May 5 to Saturday, May 31, the Ancaster Branch will be temporarily closed due to a roof and HVAC replacement. During this time, service hours will be available at the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
Central Library - Microfilm Machine
The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
Barton Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 25. Thank you for your patience.
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Published:
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 3:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Basement Renovation
The first phase of renovations will begin at the Sherwood Branch from April 10 to May 2. During this time, noise disruptions may occur throughout the branch due to a basement renovation. Parking, access to the building, and collections will not be affected. Thank you for your patience. www.hpl.ca/sherwood
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Published:
Monday, April 7, 2025 - 8:30am
Phishing Scheme
Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Murder Victims
Barron, Constable James
- Born circa 1857, Died 1903
Burkholder, Philander
- Died 1905
Buda, Simon
- Died 1907
Beach, Jane Patricia (Banman)
- Born circa 1948, Died 1969
Blaikie, David
- Born circa 1923, Died 1969
Burke, Gerry Gibson
- Born circa 1945, Died 1969
Blanchard, Rose
- Born circa 1937, Died 1971
Bannister, Robert
- Born circa 1945, Died 1974
Bicknell, James
- Born circa 1898, Died 1974
Bell, George Richard
- Born circa 1946, Died 1976
Burtch, Charles Alvin
- Born circa 1922, Died 1976
Bryant, Evelyn
- Born circa 1913, Died 1977
Butler, John
- Born circa 1953, Died 1979
Bird, William
- Born circa 1956, Died 1980
Borsellino, Gasper
- Born circa 1920, Died 1980
Beraxa, Theresa
- Born circa 1945, Died 1981
Bird, Russell Earl
- Born circa 1944, Died 1983
Bowers, Harvey
- Born circa 1918, Died 1983
Bush, William Clair
- Born circa 1914, Died 1986
Bozek, Ed
- Born circa 1929, Died 1987
Buckle, Gordon
- Born circa 1939, Died 1988
Boyd, James
- Born circa 1964, Died 1993
Baltrusaitis, Kestutis
- Born circa 1954, Died 1994
Brush, Cecil
- Died 1994
Banks Family
- Died 1995
Bill, Christian
- Born 1996, Died 1996
Byers, Spencer (Sonny)
- Born circa 1948, Died 1996
Brace, Paul
- Born circa 1961, Died 1999
Bailey, Russell
- Born circa 1960, Died 2002
Bouwhuis, Michael
- Born 1985, Died 2008
Burnett, George Washington
- Born circa 1928, Died 2011
Bajkor, James
- Born circa 1990, Died 2012
Brewer, Michael
- Born circa 1982, Died 2012
Baffoh, Daniel
- Born circa 1987, Died 2013
Brady, Ruby
- Born 1933, Died 1963
Brady, William
- Died 1963
