Printing and photocopying are not working at Dundas Branch. We're working to get these working again as soon as possible.
Filming will take place near the Locke Branch from August 4 to 8, which will impact traffic flow and parking. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- East and West Side of Locke Street South
- North and South Side of Herkimer Street
- North and South Side of Stanley Avenue
On Monday, August 4, Civic Holiday, due to IT network maintenance, HPL's catalogue will be searchable, but Holds and Library accounts, as well as online resources, will not be available. However, WiFi will remain accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
All branches close on Sunday, August 3, 2025 and August 4, 2025 for the Civic Holiday. This includes branches with Extended Access.
The following Bookmobile visits are modified on:
Thursday, July 31
- Bennetto and Kinsmen - Cancelled
Friday, August 1
- Winona Park - Cancelled
Monday, August 4 - All Bookmobile visits cancelled
Thursday, August 7
- Rockton 10:30-11:30 am - Moved to Rockton Elementary School 670 Hwy 8 (this date only)
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.
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.
AODA: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities
The Hamilton Public Library wants to ensure all Members have a pleasant and successful library experience. We are committed to making library resources and services accessible to people with disabilities, their families and caregivers. Our services will be provided in a manner that respects the dignity and independence of persons with disabilities. We strive to make our services relevant, inclusive and responsive to community needs.
Accessibility for Individuals with a Disability - Hamilton Public Library Policy
Hamilton Public Library Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2022-2026
2023 Accessibility Compliance Report
Hamilton Public Library Accessibility Report 2012-2013
Feedback:
Hamilton Public Library welcomes your valuable comments, questions and suggestions about our services to persons with disabilities and persons with accessibility needs.
Feedback may be given by several means:
- Electronically, via Contact Us, allows Members to provide feedback through email
- In writing, comment forms are available at all locations and may be given to any Staff Member
- By telephone, please call 289-779-7588
- In person, any Staff Member will accept feedback from a Member and will follow up with a manager
Temporary Service Disruptions:
The Library will make reasonable effort to provide notice of planned or unplanned disruption of library services to the public, including information about the reason for the disruption, its anticipated duration and a description of alternative facilities or services, if any, that may be available. In the case of unplanned disruption, advance notice will not be possible. Notice will be given to the public by posting the information at a conspicuous place on affected premises and by posting notice on the Library website, and by such other method as is reasonable in the circumstances.
Availability of Documents:
Upon request all documents published by the Library can be made available in large print or in alternate accessible formats.