The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Sherwood Branch - Public Computers
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 12:00pm
Sunday Hours - Modified Service, June 22
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - 3:00pm
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
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Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
Turner Park Branch - Roof Repair
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.
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Monday, April 28, 2025 - 10:00am
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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Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 3:30pm
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
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Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:30am
Rehiring Retirees Policy
POLICY PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to identify circumstances whereby a former employee who has retired from the Library can subsequently return to work for the Library. The policy is based on the need to maintain a consistent and transparent hiring process for departments to follow when contemplating resource options which include the re-hiring of retirees.
KEY POINTS SUMMARY
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The Rehiring Retiree Policy exists to ensure consistent and equitable processes are followed.
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To ensure that it does not become a substitute for encouraging the development of well-qualified staff.
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To ensure it is time limited and for a specific set of skills required.
DEFINITIONS
Under review.
POLICY DETAILS
Scope
This recruitment policy applies to all regular full-time, part-time, contract positions and Library Page (casual) staff who, following official retirement, elect to seek re-employment with the Library. Official retirement refers to the former employee advising the Library that they are retiring from the organization.
Rehiring Retirees Protocol
As an equal opportunity employer, the Library values diversity and is committed to principles found in the Ontario Human Rights Code.
The Library is committed to effective succession planning and does not intend to use the Library retiree re-employment as a substitute for developing well-qualified staff. The Library will not re-hire its retirees for the sole purpose of convenience.
Re-employment must be in response to a Library need, for example: the retired employee possesses skills and institutional knowledge that the hiring department cannot otherwise readily obtain in the community; or the hiring department anticipates that the retired employee will assist their replacement in acquiring the necessary skill and knowledge through a knowledge transfer not otherwise available. Any period beyond six (6) months requires approval of the respective Director to a maximum of an additional six (6) months.
Responsibilities
Human Resources – Human Resources is authorized to ensure that the information within this policy is applied and that all actions comply with the Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code as well as any additional provincial legislation and Collective Agreements.
Managers – To ensure that this policy is followed when conducting any recruitment searches. Managers are required to work with Human Resources prior to any offers of employment.
PUBLISH DATE
October 2022
