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.
Canadian Children's Book Week Bookmark Contest
Enter our Bookmark Contest. Draw an image of what you like to do, see, read, watch and listen to at the library. Open to Hamilton residents only.
Three winners are selected from each age category:
- Birth- 5
- 6-9
- 10-13
- 14-18
Each of the twelve (12) winning bookmarks will be available, one per month, at all Hamilton Public Library branches and spotlighted on social media and hpl.ca.
This contest is now closed. Browse the 2023 winner and Honourable Mention designs on our website.
