Photocopying and Scanning are not working at Westdale Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.
All branches close on December 25 and 26 for Christmas and Boxing Day. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All branches close on Sunday, December 28, 2025. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All branches close on Thursday January 1 for New Years Day. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All branches close on Sunday, December 21, 2025. This includes branches with Extended Access.
Branch Study Halls are paused Friday, December 19, 2025 through Monday, January 5, 2026. Central Library Study Hall hours resume Spring 2026.
www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Please note that the 905-546-3200 main line is experiencing technical issues today, Monday, December 8. Members can still reach Staff at 289-779-7588 or by email or through chat online. We are working quickly to resolve the issue. Thank you for your patience.
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.
We speak your language at HPL.
At HPL, we speak your language.
Ask Me. Demande-moi. Chiedimi. Frag Mich.
We’re here to help.
Hamilton Public Library now offers access to immediate, over-the-phone interpretation services in more than 180 languages. Get help with library services in your language.
Keep an eye out for HPL staff wearing an Ask Me button with the language that they speak.
For more information on translation assistance, please speak with staff at your local branch.







