The Terryberry branch parking lot elevator is out of order. The branch is still accessible via the ramp to the Mohawk doors and then the elevator in the middle of the building. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
Published:
Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Electrical Work
Due to electrical work, the second floor will be closed today, Thursday, February 19 from Noon-7 pm. The first floor will remain accessible. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 9:00am
Carlisle Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Published:
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - 2:30pm
Concession Branch - Upcoming Renovations
Starting the week of February 9, renovation preparations are underway in anticipation of the March 2 start. Computer availability may be limited, and the Living Room space is closed. Renovations are expected to wrap up by late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Sherwood Branch - Upcoming Renovations
Renovation preparations are underway in anticipation of the March 2 start. Starting the week of February 23, the 2nd Floor will be closed. The Children's collection will be temporarily available on the 1st Floor. Renovations are expected to wrap up by late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
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.
Thursday, February 19
Rockton (10:30am-11:30am) - Cancelled
Bennetto 5-5:30pm (instead of 4-5:30pm)
Wednesday, February 25
Swansea 10:00-10:30am - Cancelled
Helen Detwiler 11:00am-12:00pm - Cancelled
Warplane Museum 3:00-4:00pm - Cancelled
Friday, February 27
Winona 11:00am-12:00pm - Cancelled
Maplewood 2:30-4:00pm - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 3:15pm
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.
Published:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 11:00am
2026 Free Tax Return Filing Services
2026 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 Dundas Community Services 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
$40,000
$55,000
$60,500
$65,000
$70,500
$70,000+$5,000 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.
Drop-In Dates 2026:
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Central - Saturday, March 7, 10am-4pm
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Barton - Saturday, March 14, 10am-4pm
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Terryberry - Saturday, March 21, 10am-4pm
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Terryberry - Saturday, March 28, 10am-4pm
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Dundas - Saturday, March 28, 10am-4pm - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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Red Hill - Saturday, April 11, 10am-4pm
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Barton - Saturday, April 18, 10am-4pm
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Barton - Saturday, April 25, 10am-4pm
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Central - Saturday, May 2, 10am-4pm
