Freelton Branch has no power. The branch is open but the computers [and elevator] are not working. We are unsure when power will be restored.
Freelton Branch Without Power
Published:
Thursday, July 2, 2026 - 6:45pm
Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton
Heat Warning for the City of Hamilton.
Significant heat and humidity will arrive on Tuesday June 30.
For information about heat-related illnesses, cool place locations and reducing your risk, visit hamilton.ca.
Published:
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - 9:00am
What's Happening Guide Changes
The What's Happening Guide has been retired and replaced with different communications channels and tactics. You can find the new Summer Reading Flyer here. Watch for future communications updates.
Published:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - 3:00pm
Sunday Hours Return to Central Library
Sunday hours return to Central Library. Beginning July 5, Central is open Noon to 5pm. Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown branches are also open Sundays, 1 to 5pm. hpl.ca/hours
Published:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - 1:00pm
Carlisle Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Carlisle Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
Published:
Thursday, June 25, 2026 - 2:45pm
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Construction at Barton Branch
The entrance to the Barton Branch's parking lot off Milton Street is currently inaccessible due to construction. Please use the alley entrance off Fullerton Street.
Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
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
Bookmobile Service Modifications
Thu Jul 2:
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Rockton Cancelled
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Mohawk Gardens Cancelled
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Meadowlands Cancelled
Fri Jul 3:
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Winona Cancelled
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Queen Victoria Cancelled
Mon Jul 6:
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Special Event - All Stops Cancelled
Published:
Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Resident Request for Reconsideration of Service
This form is intended for residents of Hamilton, or those who work and/or go to school within Hamilton. If you do not live, work or go to school in Hamilton and still desire to submit a comment, please direct your comment to email ask@hpl.ca.
HPL recognizes the right of individuals to express opposition to an author, presenter, performer, creator, or creator's ideas or their creative expression in items selected and programs delivered by the Library. While individuals have the right to reject items or programs they do not approve of for themselves, they do not have the right to restrict the freedom of others. At HPL, many points of view and modes of expression can be examined without hindrance. No ideas or opinions have universal acceptance and the use of language and visual depiction, either descriptive or expressive, can stimulate controversy.
Individuals who feel an item, program, or exhibit falls outside the criteria outlined in the Intellectual Freedom Policy linked below, can share their concerns with Library Staff. Residents of Hamilton who are unsatisfied with the response can complete the form below.
- HPL's Management team reviews all formal complaints and engages appropriate Staff and Management to examine the item based on the request submitted.
- The decision on this or any subsequent reviews will reflect the principles outlined in the Library's policies, including our Collections Policy, Working with Us Policy and Intellectual Freedom Policy.
- When the review is complete, the user is provided a written explanation of the decision via email.
