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.

Published:

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am

Bookmobile Service Modification

Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Bookmobile Service June Modifications

Friday, June 19:

Six Nations Public Library - Cancelled
Maplewood- Cancelled

Wednesday, June 24:

Swansea - Cancelled
Helen Detwiler - Cancelled
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum - Cancelled

Saturday, June 27:

Stoney Creek Arena - Cancelled
Riverdale - Cancelled
Discovery Centre - 3-4pm instead

Tuesday, June 30:

Greencedar - Cancelled
Mountview - Cancelled

Published:

Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm

World Languages

The Hamilton Public Library has a broad collection of books and dvds for adults and children in a variety of languages other than English. As well, the library has a collection of world music cds and online access to newspapers in many languages.

Here are the languages represented and where to find them:

Arabic

Chinese

Croatian