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
Welch, Eliza
- Died 1859
Willis, Elsie Muriel
- Born circa 1924, Died 1957
White, Linda
- Died 1968
Winning, Cecile
- Born circa 1940, Died 1974
Whaley, Roger William
- Born circa 1953, Died 1976
Werendowicz, Dianne Louisa
- Born circa 1957, Died 1981
Worobel, Elizabeth
- Born circa 1925, Died 1985
Wright, Janice
- Born circa 1960, Died 1990
Winning, Janet
- Born circa 1951, Died 1991
Wristen, Penny
- Born circa 1962, Died 1993
White, Ramonde
- Born circa 1932, Died 1994
Wilkieson, Ryan
- Born circa 1978, Died 1994
Woodrow, Edwina
- Born circa 1934, Died 1994
Wade, Anne
- Born circa 1936, Died 1995
Welsh, Michael
- Born circa 1951, Died 1996
Willie, Meliek
- Born 1996, Died 1997
Wood, Michael James
- Born 1996, Died 1997
White, Stewart Craig
- Born circa 1966, Died 2000
White, Taylor
- Born 1999, Died 2002
Walsh, Michael Eugene
- Born circa 1984, Died 2006
Watsauka, Kadakwahe
- Born circa 1983, Died 2007
Wilkinson, Amber Lynne
- Died 2011
