Photocopying and Scanning Unavailable at Westdale Branch

Photocopying and Scanning are not working at Westdale Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.

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Published:
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 2:45pm
All Branches Closed for Christmas and Boxing Day

All branches close on December 25 and 26 for Christmas and Boxing Day. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am
All Branches Closed Sunday December 28

All branches close on Sunday, December 28, 2025. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am
All Branches Closed for New Years Day

All branches close on Thursday January 1 for New Years Day. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am
All Branches Closed Sunday December 21

All branches close on Sunday, December 21, 2025. This includes branches with Extended Access.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, December 15, 2025 - 11:00am
Study Halls - Holiday Break

Branch Study Halls are paused Friday, December 19, 2025 through Monday, January 5, 2026. Central Library Study Hall hours resume Spring 2026. 

www.hpl.ca/study-halls

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 9:15am
Telephone Service - Technical Issues

Please note that the 905-546-3200 main line is experiencing technical issues today, Monday, December 8. Members can still reach Staff at 289-779-7588 or by email or through chat online. We are working quickly to resolve the issue. Thank you for your patience.

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, December 8, 2025 - 7:30pm
Replacement and Damage Fees

Bring back your borrowed library items (due Oct 1 or later) within 28 days to avoid a replacement or lost fee. We'll remove the fee when you bring back your overdue items. 

All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - 3:00pm

Books And Writing Events

Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.

The Special Occasions Cookbook by Canadian Living

Level up your cooking and baking skills. Choose a recipe, prepare it at home and share your experience with fellow home chefs.

The Secret History of Audrey James by Heather Marshall

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

Share your recent reads and get recommendations for your next book.

I See You by Clare Mackintosh

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

A Great Country by Shilpi Somaya Gowda

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A free early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in Grades 2-8.

In-Branch Program

A supportive forum for senior writers.
Join a fun interactive program for adults with disabilities.

Saumiya Balasubramaniam

Creative writers in the Hamilton community who would like one-on-one input on a current project are welcome to make an appointment.

In-Branch Program

A writing group for tweens.
A supportive forum for writers who are older adults.

Saumiya Balasubramaniam

Creative writers in the Hamilton community who would like one-on-one input on a current project are welcome to make an appointment.
Read comics, discover new characters and create a superhero.

The Women by Kristin Hannah

If you are interested in reading and discussing great books, there is a book club near you.

In-Branch Program

A supportive forum for aspiring writers.

The Amateurs by Elizabeth Harmer

Chat about books at Shawn & Ed Brewing Company at 65 Hatt St., Dundas.

In-Branch Program

A dedicated, quiet space to hit the books.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.