The accessible washroom at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Carlisle Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - 12:00pm
Terryberry Branch Accessibile Washroom Out of Order
The accessible washroom at Terryberry Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
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Sunday, June 8, 2025 - 3:00pm
Sherwood Branch Public Computer Service Disruption
The computer lab on the 1st floor at the Sherwood Branch is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying is still available. We are working to resolve as soon as possible.
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Friday, June 6, 2025 - 10:00am
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
Westdale Branch - Delayed Opening
Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025 - 2:15pm
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
Free Tax Return Filing Services
Tax season is upon us. To help make the task of filing your return easier, trained volunteers from the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program and Social Planning and Research Council offer free drop-in and by-appointment tax clinics for eligible individuals and families with modest income (see the chart below) at select Hamilton Public Library branches. Clinics run in March and April to meet the April 30 filing deadline.
This year all clinics are in person. There is no drop-off service.
Important: Canada Housing Benefit
Canada Housing Benefits are not administered through the tax return filing process. Information on various housing benefits, depending on your specific situation is contained on the City of Hamilton Website. Phone numbers are provided for inquiries.
Visit canada.ca to apply through your Canada Revenue Agency account or apply online or by phone.
Modest Income Explained
Family Size
1 Person
2 People
3 People
4 People
5 People
More Than 5 People
Total Family Income
$35,000
$45,000
$47,500
$50,000
$52,500
$52,500+$2,500 per each additional person
These free tax services are not for individuals who are/have:
- Self-employed
- Business or rental income and expenses
- Capital gains or losses
- Employment expenses
- Interest income greater than $1,000
- Filed for bankruptcy or are deceased
This free tax filing service is a partnership with Hamilton Public Library, CPA Ontario, Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, McMaster University and Canada Revenue Agency.
- Concession - Tuesday, March 4, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC |CLINIC FULL
- Sherwood - Thursday, March 6, 12pm-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Saturday, March 8, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Barton - Monday, March 10, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC |CLINIC FULL
- Stoney Creek - Thursday, March 13, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Barton - Saturday, March 15, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Terryberry - Monday, March 17, 9:30am-12pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Saltfleet - Tuesday, March 18, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Terryberry - Saturday, March 22, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Central - Thursday, March 27, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Dundas - Saturday, March 29, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Dundas - Tuesday, April 1, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Red Hill - Saturday, April 5, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Terryberry - Monday, April 7, 9:30am-12pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Concession - Thursday, April 10, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Barton - Saturday, April 12, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Barton - Monday, April 14, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Red Hill - Tuesday, April 22, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Thursday, April 24, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Saturday, April 26, 10am-4pm - McMaster
- Red Hill - Tuesday, April 29, 9:30am-2:30pm - SPRC | CLINIC FULL
- Central - Saturday, May 3, 10am-4pm - McMaster
