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.
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.
As the 1st floor renovation wraps up, the Sherwood Branch will be closed on Thursday, June 5, to reset the spaces. Service hours will resume on Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.
Concession Branch's children's department will be closed on the morning of Monday, June 2nd for minor repairs. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
All HPL Branches are closed on Friday May 30 for Staff Development. Bookmobile is off the road and Extended Access is not available. HPL's online card registration, catalogue and eResources are not available until 5pm due to scheduled maintenance. All branches reopen Saturday May 31.
Due to the ongoing roof repair project, noise and parking disruptions are expected to continue until the end of June. Thank you for your patience.
Until Saturday May 31, the Ancaster Branch is temporarily relocated to the Ancaster Rotary Centre, 385 Jerseyville Road West, Ancaster. The Wilson Street branch is closed for a roof and HVAC replacement and is expected to reopen on Monday June 2 at 9am.
The digital microfilm machines at Central Library are not working. A single analog machine is available, but it doesn't print. We aim to have the digital devices repaired as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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.
As of September 2023, the Valley Park Branch has earned a LEED Gold Certification.
LEED®, and its related logo, is licensed in Canada to the Canada Green Building Council and is used here with permission.
"This LEED Gold Certification signifies thoughtful environmental, social, technological and education integration and really sets the stage for future library spaces."
- Paul Takala, Chief Librarian and CEO at Hamilton Public LibraryPublic spaces should set an example for increasing sustainable practices in our communities, buildings and lives. Valley Park does just that—read on to find out how.
The six categories of LEED are Location and Transportation, Sustainable Sites, Water Use Reduction, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources and Indoor Environmental Quality.
Pursuing LEED certification involves using green building strategies across six categories. Based on the number of points achieved in each category, a project may be rated at one of four levels: Certified, Silver, Gold or Platinum. Valley Park is targeting LEED Gold Certification.
Valley Park shows how a multi-faceted approach to sustainability results in a building that is better for the environment and for people.
At the construction stage, a majority of waste was diverted from landfills and instead was recycled into future products. The design increased ventilation rates, which allows for more fresh air to flow through the centre. Fresh air improves productivity and reduces risk of asthma. As well, the building has better air quality for occupants with lower concentrations of VOCs and CO2.
Sustainability measures throughout Valley Park mean that the facility uses less water, energy, and natural resources. Valley Park is more efficient to operate and costs less to maintain, saving money—and the planet—over the long term.
From planning, to construction, to daily operation, to the years ahead, every aspect of Valley Park has been thoughtfully considered to create the best building for the community and for our world.
How people get to the Valley Park Branch affects the building’s environmental impact. By using the community’s existing infrastructure and tying into existing building systems, the library encourages more sustainable transportation choices.
The outside area surrounding a building is as important as the inside. From storm water management to wildlife habitat, Valley Park’s landscaping is thoughtfully designed.
Hamilton is fortunate to have access to adequate fresh, clean and safe water. However, water is precious. Managing water use helps prevent environmental and economic problems and ensures we have enough water for our needs.
Heat, light, power. All are necessary to run this branch every day. Solar panels on the roof generate clean energy for Valley Park and reduce the branch’s energy use by 60 per cent.
All products used to build the Valley Park Branch were chosen with care for the environment over the long term. Lumber was sourced from sustainable forests and the metal siding outside is made from recycled materials and can be recycled again.
Inhaling clean air is the goal everywhere we go—including your visit to the Valley Park Branch. The materials used to build this branch are free of harmful emissions, contaminants and irritants.
LEED isn’t about just one part of a building. These six categories all work together to create the best building possible. For people. For Hamilton. For the planet. Want to put your LEED learning to the test? Take the quiz!