All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday August 2, 2026. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is unavailable. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
All Branches Closed August 2
Published:
Friday, July 31, 2026 - 9:00am
All Branches Closed for Civic Holiday
All HPL Branches are closed on Monday August 3, 2026 for Civic Holiday. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is unavailable. Our Virtual Branch is open at hpl.ca. www.hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Friday, July 31, 2026 - 8:00am
Kenilworth Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Kenilworth Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Thursday, July 30, 2026 - 5:45pm
New Loan Periods - Effective Monday, August 31
As of Monday, August 31, new loan periods will come into effect to shorten the wait time for popular hold items.
DVD Express - 3 days
DVDs and Blu-rays - 7 days (fiction, children's and languages)
Magazines - 7 days
Bestseller Express - 14 days
DVDs and Blu-rays - 14 days (non-fiction and TV series)
Books - 21 days
Music/Books on CD and Children's Express - 21 days
Please visit www.hpl.ca/borrowing for more details.
Published:
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - 2:30pm
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
Community Resources Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about settlement, career and health support and services for immigrant and refugee individuals and families.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak to a Métis Nation of Ontario Family Wellbeing Coordinator who helps families heal from violence and helps children in care or in the justice system.
- Waterdown Branch
- 163 Dundas St E Waterdown ON
In-Branch Program
Ask an expert about your child's language development.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak to a nurse from Hamilton Public Health’s Tobacco Control Program about supports available to help people quit smoking or vaping.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Newcomer Support Services
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about the services, supports and education provided by the healthcare and support staff at Hamilton Family Health Team.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Canadian Mental Health Association Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and inspire hope.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Newcomer Support Services
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Mishka Social Services provides social services in Arabic and English/ نقدم الخدمات الاجتماعية باللغة العربية والانكليزية
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
In Branch
Learn about the settlement and library services, supports and programs available to newcomers.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In Branch
Learn about Agilec Employment Services' Power of Possible job-search workshop series.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Job seekers, visit Goodwill Industries staff at the Community Partner Desk for employment help.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
IAM creates inclusive, positive and accepting environments for people with mental illness.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and most importantly, inspire hope
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Avoid unlawful eviction through the City of Hamilton’s Tenant Support program.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Learn about healthcare and harm reduction services by Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about trauma-informed, culturally responsive, mental health support.
