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 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.

www.hpl.ca/ancaster

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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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Affected Branch: Central Library
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.

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

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

Federal Election 2025

Below is information about who, where, when and how to vote for the person you want to occupy one of the 343 seats in Canada’s 45th Parliament. 

How do I register to vote: Welcome - Elections Canada E-Registration 

Where do I vote: Voter Information Service - Where do I vote? 

When do I vote: 

Information Tables:

  • Waterdown Library April 16: 9am - 12pm
  • Turner Park Library April 22: 9am - 12pm
  • Valley Park Library April 13: 9am - 12pm

Advanced voting dates: 

Friday April 18 
Saturday April 19 
Sunday April 20 
Monday April 21 
Election day: Monday April 28 

Who can I vote for: 

Below are the candidates running in each of the local ridings: 


Hamilton Centre 

Population: 126,188  
Main Office: 225 King William St., Ste 112 
Riding map 

 

Candidate 

Party 

Cody Chenier 

Rhinoceros Party 

Sandy Crawley 

Green Party of Canada 

Carla Green 

No Affiliation 

Matthew Green 

New Democratic Party 

Hayden Lawrence 

Conservative Party of Canada 

Michael Loomans 

No Affiliation 

Aslam Rana 

Liberal Party of Canada 

David Speicher 

People’s Party of Canada 

 

Hamilton East – Stoney Creek 

Population: 126,570  

Main Office: 200 Centennial Pkwy. N., Ste B414 

Riding map 

 

Candidate 

Party 

Jim Boutsikakis 

People’s Party of Canada 

Chad Collins 

Liberal Party of Canada 

Ned Kuruc 

Conservative Party of Canada 

Nayla Mithani 

New Democratic Party 

 

Hamilton Mountain 

Population: 115,634  

Main Office: 75 Palmer Rd. (Formerly Barton Secondary School) 

Riding map 

 

Candidate 

Party 

Rolf Gerstenberger 

Marxist-Leninist Party of Canada 

Lisa Hepfner 

Liberal Party of Canada 

Ken Hewitt 

Conservative Party of Canada 

Monique Taylor 

New Democratic Party 

Bing Wong 

People’s Party of Canada 

 

Hamilton West – Ancaster – Dundas 

Population: 120,551  

Main Office: 659 Upper James St. Ste E 201C 

Riding map 

 

Candidate 

Party 

Erika Alexander 

Conservative Party of Canada 

Georgia Beauchemin 

Green Party of Canada 

John-Paul Danko 

Liberal Party of Canada 

Jim Enos 

Christian Heritage Party of Canada 

Roberto Henriquez 

New Democratic Party  

Ava Sharavi 

People’s Party of Canada 

 

Flamborough – Glanbrook – Brant North 

Population: 103,836  

Main Office: 812 Old Hwy 8 (DA Campbell Entertainment Building) 

Riding map 

 

Candidate 

Party 

Nikita Mahood 

People’s Party of Canada 

Dan Muys 

Conservative Party of Canada 

Anita Payne 

Green Party of Canada 

Chuck Phillips 

Liberal Party of Canada 

Peter Werhun 

New Democratic Party