All HPL Branches are closed on Good Friday, April 3. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available.
Regular service hours resume on Saturday, April 4. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
Good Friday - All Branches Closed
Published:
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 11:00am
Easter Sunday - All Branches Closed
All HPL Branches are closed on Easter Sunday, April 5. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, April 7. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 11:00am
Easter Monday - All Branches Closed
All HPL Branches are closed on Easter Monday, April 6. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access and Study Hall services are not available. Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, April 7. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - 11:00am
Central Library: SAD Therapy Lamp Out of Order
The Seasonal Affective Disorder therapy lamp on the 2nd floor at Central Library is out of order. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. For more locations, please visit Light Therapy Lamps | HPL.
Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 10:00am
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor, March 30-April 27
Starting March 30, renovations for the 2nd floor Central Children's Area will begin. Programs will still be offered as scheduled and there will be a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Thank you for your patience during this time.
Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Service Modifications
Due to driver availability, Bookmobile is off the road for the following. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Tuesday, March 31
Court at Rushdale - Reminder bi-weekly stop changed to 10:30-11am
Wednesday, April 1
Swansea 10:00-10:30am - CANCELLED
Helen Detwiler 11:00am-12:00pm - CANCELLED
Warplane Museum 3:00-4:00pm - CANCELLED
Friday, April 3 - Library Closed
All stops CANCELLED
Monday, April 6 - Library Closed
All stops CANCELLED
Published:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - 10:15am
Central Library - New Library Card Check-in Process
Starting Monday, March 16, adults 18+ are required to show their Library card to access Central Library. This is a temporary measure to ensure safety for all. Thank you for your patience in advance.
Published:
Friday, March 13, 2026 - 5:45pm
Concession Branch Children's Area Reduced Service
A Children's area activity table, including the children's computers at Concession Branch are unavailable due to a facility issue. We aim to fix them as soon as possible.
Published:
Monday, March 9, 2026 - 11:30am
Valley Park Community Centre Closure
From March 23 until April 12, Valley Park Community Centre will be closed for renovations, reopening April 13. Pool and changerooms will remain closed until early summer 2026.
Valley Park Branch will remain open during the renovations for your library needs.
Published:
Friday, February 27, 2026 - 11:00am
Concession Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Concession Branch's Living Room and Makerspace areas are closed. (The next nearest Makerspaces are Sherwood and Terryberry Branches.) Seating may be limited at times. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Sherwood Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Carlisle Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Updates and News
Project Update March 16, 2026
The Discovery Centre Study is advancing through extensive engagement with Indigenous communities, local partners, and the broader public to shape a welcoming place that reflects Hamilton’s diverse stories and cultural priorities. Current work is focused on understanding what the community wants to experience in the space, while developing the visitor experience, facility planning, and long‑term operating strategies. The project remains on track, with findings from public input directly informing the final concept that will guide how the new space could serve residents and visitors alike.
Project Update January 5, 2026
Hamilton residents and members of Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit are invited to participate in a Discovery Centre survey from January 5 to 23, 2026, to share ideas and feedback on the revamped facility. The survey can be completed online, and paper copies are available at all HPL Branches and Bookmobile visits and must be returned on or before January 23.
Project Update September 23, 2025
After a competitive process for a Study consultant, Lord Cultural Resources has been chosen to lead the Discovery Centre Program Design and Development Study. The Study will guide the future use and design of the building and help shape the next phase of planning and engagement.
The project is guided by a Steering Committee and Working Group, established in 2024, with representatives from the Indigenous community, the City’s Indigenous Relations staff, and Hamilton Public Library staff. These groups will continue to support the process alongside the consultant team. The Study is expected to begin Fall 2025 and results presented to Council in 2027.
Project Update May 27, 2025
The Study RFP evaluation team concluded their review of proposals in late April, 2025. We will have a formal announcement this summer or early fall to share the exciting next steps as we move into a year of public engagement. A completed Study will be ready for Council review in 2027.
Project Update February 14, 2025
The Study RFP closed Wednesday February 12. The evaluation team will begin review. Updates will be posted on City of Hamilton Bids and Tenders website.
Contract # C8-02-24
City of Hamilton Bid Opportunity: hamilton.bidsandtenders.ca
Project Update December 20, 2024
Proposal for Consultant Required for the Discovery Centre Program Design and Development Study for the Hamilton Public Library Board
Hamilton Public Library (HPL) is exploring the redevelopment of the former Canadian Marine Discovery Centre through the creation of a new library branch, Indigenous gathering space, cultural heritage exhibition space, café, and visitor amenities. This future multi-role facility will be located in the previously purpose-built Parks Canada interpretation centre, 77 Harbourside Way, Hamilton (formally 57 Discovery Drive) at Hamilton’s Pier 8.
HPL offers a bid opportunity for a Discovery Centre Program Design and Development Study. The Study will inform the repurposing of the building as part of the West Harbour and waterfront redevelopment.
Contract # C8-02-24
City of Hamilton Bid Opportunity: hamilton.bidsandtenders.ca
West Harbour Site Vision Committee Meetings
March 25, 2026- Meeting Minutes | Agenda
October 8, 2025- Meeting Minutes | Agenda
February 26, 2025- Meeting Minutes | Agenda
September 25, 2024- Meeting Minutes | Agenda
May 30, 2024- Meeting Minutes | Agenda
