All HPL Branches are closed on Sunday, September 6 and Labour Day, Monday, September 7. Bookmobile is off the road. Extended Access is not available. Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, September 8.
Labour Day - All HPL Branches Closed
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:45pm
Barton Branch - Construction in Area
Please note that Milton Avenue at Barton Street is under construction. Access to the parking lot is limited. Nearby street parking is available and an HSR route out front. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Monday, August 31, 2026 - 2:30pm
Print on the Go Currently Unavailable
The Print on the Go service is not working at all Branches. We aim to fix it as soon as possible.
Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 12:30pm
Concession Branch - Temporarily Reopening
Starting Thursday, August 27, the Branch has reopened to its regular hours with limited services for a few weeks while construction is paused. The interior construction of a new Makerspace will resume in mid-September. Stay tuned for more updates.
Published:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 8:00am
Delayed Openings and Closures
Due to Staff training, the following service modifications are planned.
- Turner Park: Wednesday, September 2, Noon-1 pm Closure
- Red Hill: Friday, September 18, Delayed Opening of 10 am
- Central Library: Tuesday, September 29, Delayed Opening of 10 am
Visit www.hpl.ca/hours for open alternate locations.
Published:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 2:00pm
Bookmobile Schedule Modifications for September
Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for September:
Please visit www.hpl.ca/bookmobile for updates on service modifications.
Tuesday, September 8
- Strathcona - Cancelled
- McMaster - Cancelled
Thursday, September 10
- Rockton and Millgrove visits moved to Saturdays (Starting September 12)
Saturday, September 12
- Stoney Creek - Cancelled
- Riverdale - Cancelled
Thursday, September 17
- Mohawk Gardens - Cancelled
- Meadowlands - Cancelled
Friday, September 18
- Winona - Cancelled
- Queen Victoria - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, August 24, 2026 - 9:30am
Study Halls Pause for Summer Break
After Hours Study Hall is not available in July and August. Hours will resume Tuesday, September 8. www.hpl.ca/study-halls
Published:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 3:00pm
Teen Video Gaming Volunteer
HPL offers opportunities for teens to play video games on Nintendo Switch. Teen Video Gaming Volunteers host sessions and assist with the set-up, take-down and monitoring of gaming equipment as part of the Teen Hub Zone program.
Volunteer Qualifications
- Ages 14-18.
- Tech savvy and comfortable with Nintendo Switch games.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Ability to communicate well with others.
- Works well in a group setting.
Volunteer Responsibilities
- Set up and monitor gaming equipment.
- Encourage other teens to participate.
- Ensure gaming controllers are charged.
- Take down equipment at end of program.
Volunteer Benefits
- Earn volunteer hours toward your Secondary School diploma.
- Enjoy the benefit of being involved in the community.
- Positive engagement in a community space.
Program Locations
September 10, 2026 – June 17, 2027 at:
- Saltfleet Branch – Thursdays 11-1pm – (1 hour shifts, 11am-12pm and 12-1pm)
- Must be available to volunteer at least one shift per week
Apply online
Contact
The Volunteer Coordinator can be contacted at 905-546-3200 x3620 or volunteer@hpl.ca
Program schedule:
Monday, November 4, 2019 to Thursday, January 23, 2020
Branch:
Contact:
The Volunteer Coordinator can be contacted at (905) 546-3200 x3620 or volunteer@hpl.ca
Frequency:
Mondays to Thursdays 11am-12pm or 12-1pm
Time Commitment:
Once a week
Audience:
Teens - Ages 14-18
