The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:45pm
Concession Branch - Closed, September 9
Due to ongoing construction, Concession Branch will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. It will be reopen on Thursday, September 10.
Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:00pm
Preview the New HPL.ca
We're excited to share a preview of the new HPL.ca before its official launch on September 15.
Explore the new site, discover updated navigation and get familiar with the improved online experience designed to make it easier to find Library services, programs, collections and information.
If you encounter an issue or have feedback, please let us know through our Contact Us page.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Parking Lot Not Available
Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable from September 7-9. Nearby street parking is available, as is an HSR route. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
Concession Branch - Construction Updates
Due to a glass door installation for the new Makerspace area, Concession Branch will close at 1 pm on Thursday, September 3. It is expected to reopen to its regular hours with limited services on Friday, September 4. Stay tuned for continual updates.
www.hpl.ca/concession
Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 8:00am
Barton Branch - Construction in Area
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:30pm
Print on the Go Currently Unavailable
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Delayed Openings and Closures
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
- Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
- Strathcona - Cancelled
- McMaster - Cancelled
Thursday, September 10
- Rockton and Millgrove visits moved to Saturdays (Starting September 12)
Saturday, September 12
- Stoney Creek - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
Thursday, September 17
- Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
- Meadowlands - Cancelled
Friday, September 18
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
Key Reports
Strategic Plans and Annual Report on Goals Archive
- 2023-2026 Strategic Plan
- 2021 Letter from the Library Board
- 2021 Multiyear Business Plan
- 2021 Midyear Progress Report
- 2018-2021 Strategic Priorities
- Approved Goals for 2020
- Final Report on 2020 Goals
- Final Report on 2019 Goals
- Final Report on 2018 Goals
- 2012-2016 Strategic Priorities
- Report on Accomplishments 2012-2016 Strategic Plan
Pandemic Plan
- Special Message from Board Chair and Chief Librarian to Members on Service Changes- Effective January 4, 2022.
- HPL COVID Response Plan - March 2022
- HPL COVID Response Plan - January 2022
- HPL COVID Response Plan - November 2021
- HPL COVID Response Plan - October 2021
- HPL COVID Response Plan - September 2021
- HPL COVID Response Plan - June 2021
- HPL COVID Response Plan - May 2021
- HPL COVID Response Plan - April 2021
- HPL COVID Response Plan - March 2021
- HPL Grey Lockdown Plan - December 2020
- HPL COVID-19 Response - December 2020
- HPL Pandemic Service Continuity Plan
- HPL Phased Reopening Plan – June 2020
Facilities Master Plan
Reports
Financial Statements
Pages
