Cardinal Newman High School is having a Fire Drill today, Thursday, January 8 at 12:05 pm. Saltfleet Branch will not be open to the public during the duration of the fire drill. Thank you for your patience.
Saltfleet Branch - Fire Drill Today
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Published:
Thursday, January 8, 2026 - 9:00am
Terryberry Branch - Closed Today
Due to fumes in the elevator, Terryberry Branch is closed today, Thursday, January 8. Study Hall is also cancelled tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Thursday, January 8, 2026 - 8:30am
Online Resources - Update
The following eResources have been recently discontinued in our HPL collections: Novelist, Summa, Summa Kids, and Northstar Digital Literacy. Please visit www.hpl.ca/articles/read-watch-listen for our full listing of online resources for your next read, watch, listen and/or learn.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - 11:00am
Waterdown Branch Accessible Door Out of Order
The accessibility door at Waterdown Branch is not working. We aim to fix it quickly.
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Published:
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 12:00pm
Printing Updates
Daily print balances for black and white and colour printing change January 2, 2026. The new daily print balance is 40 cents. Members receive four free black and white copies or two free colour copies.
Large format and vinyl printing pricing also change on January 2. Visit https://www.hpl.ca/makerspaces for updates.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Monday, December 22, 2025 - 2:00pm
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
Jobs at HPL
Hamilton Public Library offers a wealth of career opportunities from working in branches as an Information Clerk and Librarian to behind-the-scenes roles in Information Technology, Technical Services, Human Resources and more.
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.
Current Opportunities:
Collections and Digital Access Specialist - Internship
Coordinator, Human Resources (Health, Safety and Wellness and Disability Management) - Temporary Full-Time
Manager, Information Services - Permanent Full-Time
Library Page Opportunities:
How to apply
HPL welcomes online applications. Please email your resume to recruit@hpl.ca.
Resumes are kept on file for six months. You can also apply in person at the branch associated with the position.
Page duties include
- Shelving library materials
- Ensuring shelves and public areas are neat and in good order
- Assisting library staff with basic daily operations
Pages work part-time, supporting library staff with day-to-day operations. Applicants must have completed Grade 8.
To be considered for future Page positions, please print and complete the Employment Application Form and submit it to the branch where you would prefer to work.
HPL welcomes resumes. Please email yours to recruit@hpl.ca . Resumes remain on file for six months.
“I enjoy working at HPL because it allows me to introduce Members to technology and resources that are new to them. I also like seeing the smiles on faces of fellow Filipinos who see me working here. Punta na sa library, Kabayan! (Go to the library, my fellow countryman.)”
Team HPL's Jennie H.
“Hamilton Public Library is a unique environment where all people can gather and be welcomed! Working here gave me the opportunity to get my Canadian experience as a newcomer and to become more familiar with Canadian culture."
Yashar M., former Team HPL member
The Hamilton Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources about any accommodation you require. HPL retains resumes and/or applications for six months. Only candidates selected for interviews are contacted.
