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 Morgan Firestone Arena, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The last day to pick up your Holds is Thursday, May 1st. Thank you for your understanding.
Ancaster Branch - Temporary Closure, May 5-31
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Published:
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 11:00am
All Branches Closed for Good Friday
All branches closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 for Good Friday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Sunday
All branches closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025 for Easter Sunday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
All Branches Closed for Easter Monday
All branches closed on Monday, April 21, 2025 for Easter Monday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 10:15am
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
Free Tax Return Filing Services
Tax season is upon us. To help make the task of filing your return easier, trained volunteers from the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program and Social Planning and Research Council offer free drop-in and by-appointment tax clinics for eligible individuals and families with modest income (see the chart below) at select Hamilton Public Library branches. Clinics run in March and April to meet the April 30 filing deadline.
This year all clinics are in person. There is no drop-off service.
Important: Canada Housing Benefit
Canada Housing Benefits are not administered through the tax return filing process. Information on various housing benefits, depending on your specific situation is contained on the City of Hamilton Website. Phone numbers are provided for inquiries.
Visit canada.ca to apply through your Canada Revenue Agency account or apply online or by phone.
Modest Income Explained
Family Size
1 Person
2 People
3 People
4 People
5 People
More Than 5 People
Total Family Income
$35,000
$45,000
$47,500
$50,000
$52,500
$52,500+$2,500 per each additional person
These free tax services are not for individuals who are/have:
- Self-employed
- Business or rental income and expenses
- Capital gains or losses
- Employment expenses
- Interest income greater than $1,000
- Filed for bankruptcy or are deceased
This free tax filing service is a partnership with Hamilton Public Library, CPA Ontario, Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, McMaster University and Canada Revenue Agency.
- Concession - Tuesday, March 4, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC |CLINIC FULL
- Sherwood - Thursday, March 6, 12pm-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Saturday, March 8, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Barton - Monday, March 10, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC |CLINIC FULL
- Stoney Creek - Thursday, March 13, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Barton - Saturday, March 15, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Terryberry - Monday, March 17, 9:30am-12pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Saltfleet - Tuesday, March 18, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Terryberry - Saturday, March 22, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Central - Thursday, March 27, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Dundas - Saturday, March 29, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Dundas - Tuesday, April 1, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Red Hill - Saturday, April 5, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Terryberry - Monday, April 7, 9:30am-12pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Concession - Thursday, April 10, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Barton - Saturday, April 12, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Barton - Monday, April 14, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Red Hill - Tuesday, April 22, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Thursday, April 24, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Saturday, April 26, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Red Hill - Tuesday, April 29, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Saturday, May 3, 10am-4pm - McMaster
