The computer lab on the 1st floor at the Sherwood Branch is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying is still available. We are working to resolve as soon as possible.
Due to day-long IT maintenance (7am-5pm), the following branches are closed on Sunday, June 22: Central Library, Dundas, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, Valley Park and Waterdown. Sunday service hours resume on Sunday, June 29.
Please note that the HPL catalogue, Library accounts, and online resources will not be available during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Due to Staff training, the Westdale Branch will open at 10am on Monday, June 16. You may visit Central Library and the Dundas Branch as your next nearest locations for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
The parking lot elevator at Terryberry Branch is not working. Members will need to use the accessible ramp at the Mohawk entrance and the inner elevator. We're working to get it fixed quickly.
Please note that the audio volume levels on our public computers are having issues. The estimated time of disruption is unknown at this time. Thank you for your patience.
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
The accessibility ramp at Mount Hope Branch is damaged. The handrail is not available. The ramp will not be available while being repaired. We aim to fix it quickly.
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.
The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
HPL Holiday Closures 2025
All Hamilton Public Library locations are closed on the following dates:
- Family Day Monday February 17, 2025
- Good Friday Friday April 18, 2025
- Closed Easter Sunday April 20, 2025
- Easter Monday Monday April 21, 2025
- Closed Sunday May 18, 2025
- Victoria Day Monday May 19, 2025
- Staff Day Friday May 30, 2025
- Canada Day Tuesday July 1, 2025
- Closed Sunday August 3, 2025
- Civic Holiday Monday August 4, 2025
- Closed Sunday August 31, 2025
- Labour Day Monday September 1, 2025
- Closed Sunday October 12, 2025
- Thanksgiving Day Monday October 13, 2025
- Closed Sunday December 21, 2025
- Christmas Day Thursday December 25, 2025
- Boxing Day Friday December 26, 2025
- Closed Sunday December 28, 2025
- New Year’s Day Thursday January 1, 2026