Beware of Phishing Attempts
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 visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Turner Park Branch JAWS (Job Access with Speech) computer out of order
There is currently no access to the JAWS computer at Turner Park Branch. We're working to fix it and will post updates on hpl.ca. Thank you for your patience.
Mission Statement and Values
Mission Statement
Freedom to Discover
Values
Intellectual Freedom
Provide equitable access to and support for knowledge and creativity.
Inclusiveness
Support inclusion by creating trusted services and spaces that welcome everyone.
Innovation
Anticipate and respond to changing needs and technology.
Respect
Support the value and dignity of all individuals.
Accountability
Ensure that library services remain relevant and vital and that resources are managed effectively and ethically.
Truth and Reconciliation Land Acknowledgement
The City of Hamilton is situated upon the traditional territories of the Erie, Neutral, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee and Mississaugas. This land is covered by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, which was an agreement between the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabek to share and care for the resources around the Great Lakes. We further acknowledge that this land is covered by the Between the Lakes Purchase, 1792, between the Crown and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Today, the City of Hamilton is home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island (North America) and we recognize that we must do more to learn about the rich history of this land, so that we can better understand our roles as residents, neighbours, partners and caretakers.
