Central Library - Living Room Renovation Preparation

Starting Tuesday, February 10, the First Floor Living Room will be unavailable due to renovation preparations. Study and work spaces are available on Floors 2-3. 

Please note the Noon Hour Concert on Friday, February 13, will be held at Terryberry Branch instead. 

Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Friday, February 6, 2026 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification

Please note the following Bookmobile visit updates.

Tuesday, February 10
McMaster University will be 3:30-4 pm (instead of 3:30-4:30 pm
Greencedar will be 5-5:30 pm (instead of 4-5 pm)
Mountview will be 6-6:30 pm (instead of 5:30-6:30 pm)

Published:
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 3:15pm
Mount Hope - Filming 

On Monday, February 9, Homestead Drive will be closed from 7:30am-1:30pm (local traffic only) due to filming. From 1:30-7:30pm, there will be intermittent traffic control by Hamilton Police. The Branch will remain open. Thank you for your patience.

Published:
Friday, January 30, 2026 - 1:45pm
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
Central Library - Sunday Hours Paused

Effective Sunday, February 1, Sunday service hours at Central Library will be paused. 

Sunday Hours will continue at Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown Branches from 1-5pm.

www.hpl.ca/hours 

Published:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 11:00am
Central Library - Daily Hours Update

Starting Monday, February 2, Central Library's daily hours will move back to a 9 am opening instead of 8 am, Monday through Saturday. Please make note of this new service change for your next visit. www.hpl.ca/hours 

Published:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 11:00am
Printing Updates

Daily print balances for black and white and colour printing change January 2, 2026. The new daily print balance is 40 cents. Members receive four free black and white copies or two free colour copies. 

Large format and vinyl printing pricing also change on January 2. Visit https://www.hpl.ca/makerspaces for updates.

Published:
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 2:00pm
Replacement and Damage Fees

Bring back your borrowed library items within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items. 

Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm

Community Resources Events

One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
Learn about free and confidential services such as counselling, advocacy, family court support, safety and wellness workshops provided by Interval House.
Connect and learn more about opportunities and resources available to youth in Hamilton.
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.

In-Branch Program

Complete your residential Vacant Unit Tax Declaration at this in-person clinic.
Learn about PATH Employment Services' Power of Possible job-search workshop series.
Learn about the services, supports and education provided by the healthcare and support staff at Hamilton Family Health Team.
Get rapid testing for Hepatitis C, HIV and syphilis.
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
McMaster University is conducting a study to optimize healthy living among newcomer families.
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
Learn about the services, supports and education provided by the healthcare and support staff at Hamilton Family Health Team.
Canadian Mental Health Association Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and inspire hope.
Free, personalized job search support for those looking for work or considering a career change.
Mishka Social Services provides social services in Arabic and English/ نقدم الخدمات الاجتماعية باللغة العربية والانكليزية
Learn about the settlement and library services, supports and programs available to newcomers.

In-Branch Program

Complete your residential Vacant Unit Tax Declaration at this in-person clinic.
Learn about PATH Employment Services' Power of Possible job-search workshop series.
Get job-seeking advice from the Career Foundation.