Ancaster Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order

The accessible washroom at Ancaster Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.

Published:
Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 2:00pm
Concession Branch - Closed, September 9

Due to ongoing construction, Concession Branch will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. It will be reopen on Thursday, September 10.

Published:
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 3:00pm
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:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 3:00pm
Kenilworth Branch - Parking Lot Not Available

Due to a fence replacement, the parking lot will be unavailable until Friday, September 11. Nearby street parking is available. Thank you for your patience. 

Published:
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 2:00pm
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.

  • 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

Keefer Pamphlets - O – P

Owego Advertiser - Extra A Comparison showing the advantages of Rail-roads vs. Canals & Rivers for the transportation of Freight and Passengers; addressed to the people of the "Southern tier of counties", state of New-
York 1841
[24]
vol. 6 #15
mf #861

 

Philadelphia and Reading Rail Road Company
Report of the President and Managers of the Philadelphia & Reading Rail Road Company, to the Stockholders, and also A Report of David A. Neal, January 14, 1850 Philadelphia: Craig & Young, 1850
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vol. 2 #2
mf #845

 

Philadelphia and Reading Rail Road Company
Report of the President and Managers of the Philadelphia and Reading Rail Road to the Stockholders, January 13, 1851
Philadelphia: Moss and Brother, 1851
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vol. 2 #3
mf #845

 

Philadelphia and Reading Rail Road Company
Report of the President and Managers of the Philadelphia & Reading Rail Road Company, to the stockholders, and also A Report of David A. Neal. Jan. 14, 1850 Philadelphia: Craig & Young, Printers, 116 Chesnut Street, below Fourth, 1850
[67]
vol. 7 #1
mf #861

 

A plan for the systematic colonization of Canada, and all other British colonies, by an officer of rank nearly twenty years resident in Canada. London, Hatchard, 1850 vol. 8 #13 missing when filmed (06/8/03) A Plan for the Systematic Colonization of Canada, and all other British Colonies. By an Officer ;of Rank, nearly Twenty Years Resident in Canada. London: Hatchard and Son, Piccadilly, 1850
[84 + maps]
vol. 8 #15
mf #863