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.
All branches closed on Friday, April 18, 2025 for Good Friday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All branches closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025 for Easter Sunday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
All branches closed on Monday, April 21, 2025 for Easter Monday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
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.
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions will continue until April 25. Thank you for your patience.
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
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.
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 |
Rhinoceros Party |
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Sandy Crawley |
Green Party of Canada |
Carla Green |
No Affiliation |
New Democratic Party |
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Conservative Party of Canada |
|
No Affiliation |
|
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
Candidate |
Party |
Jim Boutsikakis |
People’s Party of Canada |
Liberal Party of Canada |
|
Conservative Party of Canada |
|
Nayla Mithani |
New Democratic Party |
Hamilton Mountain
Population: 115,634
Main Office: 75 Palmer Rd. (Formerly Barton Secondary School)
Candidate |
Party |
Marxist-Leninist Party of Canada |
|
Liberal Party of Canada |
|
Conservative Party of Canada |
|
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
Candidate |
Party |
Conservative Party of Canada |
|
Georgia Beauchemin |
Green Party of Canada |
Liberal Party of Canada |
|
Christian Heritage Party of Canada |
|
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)
Candidate |
Party |
Nikita Mahood |
People’s Party of Canada |
Conservative Party of Canada |
|
Anita Payne |
Green Party of Canada |
Liberal Party of Canada |
|
New Democratic Party |