The accessible washroom at Red Hill Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Red Hill Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
Published:
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - 10:30am
Binbrook Branch Without Power
Binbrook Branch has no power. The branch is open but the computers, Wi-Fi, and printer are not working. We are unsure when power will be restored.
Published:
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - 9:15am
Kenilworth Branch Elevator Out of Order
The elevator at Kenilworth Branch is not working. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Published:
Monday, June 15, 2026 - 4:00pm
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
Catalogue "My Shelves" Private Feature
HPL card holders have the option to make their My Shelves (For Later, Completed and In Progress) titles private.
Figure 1
To do so, log in to your account. In the top right corner where your user name appears, choose the cog wheel (beside the envelope symbol) or scroll down to My Settings. (Figure 1)
Figure 2
Then, scroll down to Privacy. Where it says My Shelves click on Change. Three boxes appear indicating which feature you would like to make private: For Later, Completed and In Progress. Click on the ones you would like to make private. Then click Save Changes. (Figure 2)
If you need assistance to update your settings, please call (905) 546-3200 or contact us via Online Chat.
