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:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 3:00pm
Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton

Heat Warning for the City of Hamilton.

Significant heat and humidity will arrive on Tuesday, September 1.

For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations and reducing your risk, visit hamilton.ca/heat.

Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 2:45pm
Ancaster Branch Elevator Out of Order

The elevator at Ancaster Branch is not working. We're working to get it fixed quickly.

Published:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 - 12:00pm
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
Labour Day - All HPL Branches Closed

All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, September 6 and Labour Day, Monday, September 7. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access is not available. Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, September 8. 

Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:45pm
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.

  • Turner Park: Wednesday, September 2, Noon-1 pm Closure
  • 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
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break

After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls

Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm

Makerspace Bookings

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3D Printing
10:00am to 11:00am
 
220221****8394
3D Printing
11:00am to 12:00pm
 
220220****7505
3D Printing
1:00pm to 2:00pm
 
220221****0715
3D Printing
2:30pm to 3:30pm
 
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12:00pm to 4:30pm
 
220220****7395
3D Printing
9:00am to 10:00am
 
220220****5146
3D Printing
10:45am to 11:45am
 
220220****5146
3D Printing
2:30pm to 3:30pm
 
 
220220****5146
3D Printing
10:00am to 11:00am
 
220220****6986
3D Printing
4:00pm to 5:00pm
 
220221****0715
3D Printing
10:00am to 11:00am
 
220220****8171
3D Printing
5:00pm to 6:00pm
 
22022017785146
3D Printing
10:00am to 11:00am
 
220220****6988
3D Printing
11:45am to 12:45pm
 
220220****4605
3D Printing
1:15pm to 2:15pm
 
220221****0715
3D Printing
10:45am to 11:45am
 
220220****8058
3D Printing
1:30pm to 2:30pm
 
220221****0289
3D Printing
3:00pm to 4:00pm
 
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12:00pm to 4:30pm
 
220220****7653
3D Printing
11:00am to 12:00pm
 
220220****1799
3D Printing
1:15pm to 2:15pm
 
220220****5533
3D Printing
12:45pm to 2:15pm
 
 
Staff- Inclement weather
Embroidery, Large Format Printer, Vinyl Printer/Cutter, Sound Studio, Photo Studio, Media Studio, Cricut, Button Maker, Game Studio, 3D Printing, Book Binding
9:00am to 12:00pm
 
220220****9086
3D Printing
12:45pm to 1:45pm
 
220220****5146
3D Printing
2:30pm to 3:30pm
 
220220****0515
3D Printing
5:15pm to 6:15pm
 
220221****0715
3D Printing
11:00am to 12:00pm
 
220220****1749
3D Printing
9:00am to 10:00am
 
220220****3705
3D Printing
10:00am to 11:00am
 
220220****1574
3D Printing
11:45am to 12:45pm
 
220220****5982
3D Printing
1:00pm to 3:00pm
 
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12:00pm to 4:30pm
 
220221****0715
3D Printing
9:00am to 10:00am
 
Staff Program
Photo Studio, 3D Printing
5:30pm to 7:30pm
 
220220****3563
3D Printing
12:15pm to 1:15pm
 
220221****7216
3D Printing
2:00pm to 3:00pm
 
220220****6813
3D Printing
3:00pm to 4:00pm
 
220220****3912
3D Printing
4:30pm to 5:30pm
 
220220****6199
3D Printing
5:30pm to 6:30pm
 
220220****7152
3D Printing
11:00am to 11:30am
 
220220****7152
3D Printing
1:00pm to 1:30pm
 
220220****7152
3D Printing
2:45pm to 3:45pm
 
220221****0864
3D Printing
6:00pm to 7:00pm
 
220220****9852
3D Printing
1:00pm to 2:00pm
 
220220****1417
3D Printing
11:00am to 12:00pm
 
12:00pm to 2:00pm
 
220220****0934
3D Printing
2:15pm to 3:15pm
 
220220****5364
3D Printing
3:45pm to 4:30pm
 
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12:00pm to 4:30pm
 
220220****8847
3D Printing
3:45pm to 4:45pm
 
220220****1417
3D Printing
12:30pm to 1:30pm
 
220220****7152
3D Printing
10:00am to 11:00am
 
220220****9086
3D Printing
10:45am to 11:45am
 
220220****2730
3D Printing
12:45pm to 1:45pm
 
220220****9086
3D Printing
4:00pm to 5:00pm
 
 
220220****8374
3D Printing
11:00am to 12:00pm
 
12:00pm to 2:00pm
 
220220****3705
3D Printing
3:00pm to 4:00pm