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

Saturday, June 13:

Special Event - All Stops Cancelled

Friday, June 19:

Six Nations- Cancelled
Maplewood- Cancelled

Wednesday, June 24:

Swansea Cancelled
Helen Detwiler Cancelled
Warplane Museum Cancelled

Saturday, June 27:

Stoney Creek Arena Cancelled
Riverdale Cancelled
Discovery Centre --> 3-4pm

Tuesday, June 30:

Greencedar Cancelled
Mountview Cancelled

Published:

Friday, May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm

Newcomer Learning Centre Request for English Tutoring

The Newcomer Learning Centre’s Tutoring Program provides English Language Learning one-on-one with a volunteer tutor, twice per week. In-person tutoring is conducted at one of our 23 Hamilton Public Library branches. Online tutoring is conducted through video/audio chat. Hybrid tutoring is both in-person and online.

Tutoring Preferrence

Tutoring Preferrence *

In-Person

Online

Requirements

Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) Level 3 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
Intermediate computer skills and reliable access to technology (for Online Tutoring)
Newcomer Learning Centre Staff will contact you directly for proof of language benchmarks.
Must be a Permanent Resident or Protected Person to participate.

Listening *

Speaking *

Reading *

Writing *

First Name *

Last Name *

Address *

Apt/Unit Number

City *

Postal Code *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Country of Birth *

Language(s) *

This program is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

_{Personal information contained on this form is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 1990. MFIPPA\Regulations 29. The information collected will be used in the process of the library’s business. Questions regarding the collection and use of personal information can be directed to: Chief Librarian, Hamilton Public Library, P.O. Box 2700, Hamilton, ON L8N 4E4.}

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