The accessible washroom at Barton Branch is not working. We aim to get it fixed quickly.
Barton Branch Accessible Washroom Out of Order
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Published:
Friday, June 27, 2025 - 3:15pm
Freelton Branch - Extended Access Today
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Freelton Branch is only Extended Access (Self-Serve) today, Friday, June 27 from 1-5pm. It will be open from 12pm-5pm tomorrow, Saturday, June 28. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Friday, June 27, 2025 - 12:00pm
Bookmobile Modified Service
The following two Bookmobile visits are cancelled:
Huntington Park, 11am-Noon, (Today, Friday, June 27)
Meadowlands, 3:30-4:30pm, (Thursday, July 3)
We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Bookmobile Stop:
Published:
Friday, June 27, 2025 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Stops Cancelled- Canada Day
All HPL Branches are closed Canada Day, Tuesday, July 1. Extended Access is not available. The following Bookmobile visits are also cancelled on July 1st:
- Riverdale
- Strathcona
- McMaster
- Greencedar
- Mountview
Regular service hours resume Wednesday, July 2.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 - 11:00am
Study Halls - Summer Break Pause
Study Halls are taking a summer break after Thursday, June 26. The service will resume in early September.
www.hpl.ca/study-halls
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Friday, June 20, 2025 - 1:30pm
Sherwood Branch - Public Computers
The computer lab on the 1st floor is currently out of order. There are limited public computers available on the 2nd floor. Printing and photocopying are still available. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Published:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 - 11:00am
Terryberry Branch Elevator Out of Order
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.
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Published:
Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 1:00pm
Public Computers - Audio Volume
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.
All Branches and Bookmobile Stops
Published:
Thursday, May 29, 2025 - 4:00pm
Mount Hope Branch Accessibile Ramp Not Available
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.
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Published:
Friday, May 23, 2025 - 4:30pm
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.
