Central Library: Main Elevator Out of Order
One of the main elevators at Central Library is currently out of order. Estimated time of disruption is unknown. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Library Services Update
HPL is recovering from the City of Hamilton's cybersecurity-related incident, which began Sunday February 25 and continues today. Learn more.
- Public computers are available at all branches. JAWS (Job Access With Speech) computers are not available.
- Printing is available at all branches.
- Photocopying and scanning is available at all branches except at Westdale & Concession.
- Public Wi-Fi is available at all branches.
- Makerspace services are available at select locations.
Contact Library Staff at 289-779-7588, hpl.ca or askus@hpl.ca. Check hpl.ca/events for programs and hpl.ca/hours for open hours.
More Educator Resources
Discover at Home - Activity sheets and easy experiments for ages Kindergarten - Grade 8.
MCYU Kid Zone - McMaster Child and Youth University makes learning fun.
MediaSmarts Teacher Resources - Digital and media literacy lessons and resources for parents and teachers.
Teaching Kids News - Readable, teachable news.
Group of Six Colouring Book - Download a Colouring and Activity book created by young artists from Six Nations called Group of Six.
Wellness Together Canada - Mental health and substance-use support.
Kids Help Phone - Talk to a real person you can trust. Text, chat, phone, messenger available.
HPL Bookmobile Paper Craft - To celebrate Hamilton's Library on wheels, download, print, decorate, fold and glue the HPL Bookmobile Paper Craft.
